Windale suburb profile
Windale is a suburb located in the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, approximately 15km southwest of Newcastle's CBD. Known for its community-focused atmosphere, Windale offers a mix of residential areas and green spaces, providing a peaceful suburban lifestyle. The suburb is home to several parks and recreational facilities, making it ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Windale's proximity to major roads and public transport links ensures easy access to nearby shopping centres, schools, and amenities. As a suburb with ongoing development and community initiatives, Windale is gradually evolving while maintaining its friendly and welcoming character.
Windale property market performance
Windale’s property market has experienced a significant increase in house values, spiking by 18.4% over the past 12 months, despite a reported median house price of $0. Unit values have remained stable with no change during the same period. Over the last three months, there have been 6 house sales and just 1 unit sale, highlighting lower overall sales activity in the area.
Houses are moving relatively quickly with a median of just 17 days on the market. Units have not had recent sales, indicating minimal activity in that sector. The rental market sees houses fetching an average of $550 per month, showing a 3.8% rise in rent, while unit rental data is unavailable, marking limited engagement in that segment.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | N/A | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | 18.4% | N/A |
Sold Past 3 months | 6 | 1 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 17 | N/A |
Average rent Past 12 months | $550 | N/A |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 3.8% | N/A |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Windale demographics
Windale, located in the Lake Macquarie region of New South Wales, is a suburb characterized by its close-knit community and affordable living options. With a population of 3,421 and a median age of 37, Windale is home to a diverse mix of families and individuals. The suburb's median total household income is $775 per week, reflecting its status as a more economically accessible area compared to some of its neighboring suburbs.
Family structures in Windale are varied, with a significant proportion of one-parent families, accounting for 45.3% of the total. Couple families with children make up 24.5%, while couple families without children represent 26.6%. This diversity in family composition contributes to the suburb's unique community dynamic, where support networks and community ties are strong.
Housing in Windale is predominantly rental-based, with 80.8% of properties being rented. This high rental rate indicates a transient population, with many residents opting for the flexibility that renting provides. Only 7.7% of properties are owned outright, and 11.4% are owned with a mortgage, suggesting that homeownership is less common in this area. Despite these statistics, Windale offers a sense of community and affordability that appeals to many, making it a suburb with its own distinct character and charm.
Windale infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Windale is benefiting from its proximity to major retail and employment hubs at Charlestown, Mount Hutton and Belmont, with ongoing commercial upgrades in these centres improving access to shopping, services and jobs, which supports buyer demand in the suburb.[2][4] The suburb’s location near the Pacific Highway and Newcastle Inner City Bypass provides strong road connectivity to Newcastle and the wider Hunter region, and planned incremental upgrades to these corridors are expected to enhance commute times over the longer term, improving Windale’s appeal to commuters.[2][6]
Large flat blocks and areas rezoned for medium and higher density housing are encouraging infill development and townhouse-style projects, gradually increasing dwelling supply and modernising the local streetscape.[2][4] Access to public primary education through Windale Public School, along with nearby secondary schools in adjoining suburbs, remains a drawcard for families, while the short drive to Lake Macquarie, local beaches and major recreational facilities underpins lifestyle appeal and supports the suburb’s ongoing gentrification and price growth.[2][4][10]
Windale rental market trends
In Windale, the rental market for houses has experienced moderate growth, with rents increasing by 3.8% over the past year to $550 per week. However, there is no available data for unit rents, indicating a potential gap in the rental market for this property type. Windale offers opportunities for property investors willing to explore house rentals in this suburb.
Suburbs near Windale
Some popular suburbs near Windale include:
How does Windale compare to nearby suburbs?
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Windale have grown 0.5% higher than in Tingira Heights.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Windale are selling 29.2% faster than in Tingira Heights.

