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Cams Wharf suburb profile

Cams Wharf is a small lakeside suburb on the edge of Lake Macquarie in the Hunter region, known for its relaxed waterfront character and outdoor lifestyle. Low-density streets feature a mix of older holiday cottages and newer family homes, with several properties enjoying direct water frontage and open outlooks over the lake. Local life revolves around boating, fishing and foreshore recreation, with shoreline reserves providing pleasant places to relax. The suburb appeals to families and retirees seeking a quieter pace while remaining close to Swansea for shops, coastal beaches and regional transport links.

Cams Wharf property market performance

Cams Wharf has relatively few recent property sales, so there isn't enough data to publish a reliable median price for houses or units. The figures that are available show house values fell slightly, down 1.4% over the last 12 months.

Sales activity was light, with four houses sold over the last 3 months.

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Cams Wharf demographics

Cams Wharf is a small community of 182 people, with a median age of 56. The median total household income is $1,385 a week, roughly $72,020 a year.

Household composition is family-focused. Couple families without children are the largest group at 53.7%, couple families with children make up 20.4%, and one-parent families account for 25.9%.

Homes in Cams Wharf are predominantly owner-occupied, with 60.3% owned outright and a further 23.1% owned with a mortgage, giving an owner-occupied share of 83.4%. Renters make up 16.7% of dwellings.

Suburbs near Cams Wharf

Some popular suburbs near Cams Wharf include:

  • Nords Wharf: A small lakeside community on Lake Macquarie with foreshore reserve and waterfront homes.
  • Murrays Beach: Quiet coastal suburb with sandy beaches and native coastal bushland.
  • Catherine Hill Bay: Historic village known for its long surf beach and coastal village feel.
  • Caves Beach: Coastal suburb with rugged cliffs, sea caves and popular beachside walks.
  • Gwandalan: Lakeside community on Lake Macquarie with a relaxed, suburban atmosphere.

How does Cams Wharf compare to nearby suburbs?

  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Cams Wharf have grown 2.0% higher than in Caves Beach.

Choose the right real estate agents in Cams Wharf

In Cams Wharf ,6 agents are actively selling property, but a small number do the heavy lifting. Just 5 agents handled 94.7% of all sales in the past year, giving them a strong presence and deep experience in the local market.

Commission rates usually sit between 2.25% and 3.25%. Comparing agents and understanding what’s included in their fee structure can help you find the right mix of service, value, and motivation—without compromising on outcomes.

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