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Carrington Real Estate NSW
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Carrington NSW real estate combines small-town charm with harbour views and central CBD access
Once known as the “industrial island,” this up-and-coming suburb is one of Newcastle’s most promising places to buy
Located just 8 minutes from the CBD, this harbourside suburb combines attractive homes, local amenities and industrial facilities in one charming package.
Originally a small, unpopulated island, Carrington was used for catching fish, oysters and mud crabs by the Awabakal and Worimi peoples. The island was so small that it would sink below the water at high tide — however, it was gradually built up throughout the 1800s by English settlers. Carrington became a working-class suburb in 1888, with the population booming in the 1920s thanks to the nearby BHP steelworks.
Today, this flourishing suburb is known for its heritage homes, small-town atmosphere and convenient city lifestyle. Locals love Carrington’s coastal feel and quiet streets — plus, the nearby CBD access makes it easy to experience Newcastle’s vibrant nightlife, perfect for renters and young couples. New families enjoy Carrington’s proximity to private and Catholic schools in neighbouring suburbs.
As one of Newcastle’s fastest-growing up-and-coming areas, Carrington NSW real estate is quickly climbing the property ladder. Median home prices have risen 15.5% over the past 12 months and 59.06% over the past five years. As house prices in Newcastle continue to skyrocket, keen buyers and savvy investors should keep an eye on Carrington real estate in NSW.
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What’s nearby in Carrington NSW
Carrington features excellent local primary and high schools as well as Catholic, Christian and private schools in neighbouring suburbs.
For primary students, Carrington Public School is conveniently located near the middle of Carrington on Young Street with plenty of buses nearby. Tighes Hill Public School and Islington Public School are also available in neighbouring suburbs, depending on their areas of intake. Other options include St Columban’s Primary School in Mayfield for Catholic students, Hunter Christian School in Mayfield for Christian students and Newcastle Grammar School in Cooks Hill for private students.
Secondary schools include Callaghan College Waratah Campus for years 7 to 10, Newcastle High School in Newcastle West and Merewether High School in Broadmeadow. The Hunter School of Performing Arts is a selective school that focuses on drama, music and visual arts in Broadmeadow.
San Clemente High School in Mayfield is available for Catholic high schoolers while St Francis Xavier’s Secondary College is a prestigious Senior College in Hamilton for year 11 and 12 students. Both Hunter Christian School in Mayfield and Newcastle Grammar School in Cooks Hill teach students K-12.
Young families love Carrington for its wealth of preschool education options. Two KU Preschools are available nearby in Wickham and Mayfield, with Cooks Hill Preschool and The Hub Preschool Mayfield only a short trip away. Long day care early learning centres include St Nicholas Early Education in Newcastle West and The Little Unicorn On Honeysuckle, both in the CBD.
Despite its industrial roots, Carrington has plenty of beautiful parks and local greenery for residents to enjoy.
Carrington Foreshore is a dog-friendly park with a leash-off area and plenty of seating areas. It also features a playground with a fort, slide and other fun activities for your little ones. The nearby cycleway is perfect for fitness buffs who want a good view while they get their daily workout in.
Coe Park is a toddler-friendly playground in Carrington with a slide, spring rider and plenty of benches and tables for mum and dad. Connolly Park on Thornton Street has a play area, seating and tables as well as a rugby league field, cricket wickets, toilets, canteen and floodlights for night sports. Carrington Tennis Courts on Thornton Street is available for bookings while the Pat Jordan Oval on Cowper Street is great for soccer, rugby league and cricket.
While the CBD is just a short drive away, Carrington has its own nightlife with pubs including Carrington Place, The Seven Seas Hotel and The Criterion Hotel. Restaurants and cafes include Ground Up Espresso, Carrington Bakehouse, Little Figs Cafe, St Thomas High Teas and Cafe Inu.
Shopping is a breeze with the nearby Mayfield Shopping Strip, Junction Fair Shopping Centre and Newcastle’s famous Darby Street, which features a mix of high-end stores, bespoke small businesses and exciting cafes and restaurants. For everyday shopping and entertainment, Westfield Kotara is only 15 minutes away and offers a stylish rooftop dining area, a premium cinema and plenty of stores for your inner shopaholic.
However you spend your weekends, Carrington has got you covered.
Public transport is plentiful in Carrington thanks to its proximity to the CBD. The suburb has frequent bus stops and plenty of access to taxis and rideshare apps (like Uber) because of the high amounts of traffic in the surrounding areas. Plus, flat streets and small neighbourhoods make walking and bike riding a breeze in Carrington.
The CBD has plenty of street parking and public parking facilities for professionals in the area. Plus, the newly renovated Newcastle Interchange is just a short trip from Carrington and is perfect for commuting to Sydney, the Central Coast or local areas like Lake Macquarie, Fassifern and more.
From new families to investors, singles, retirees and everyone in between, Carrington is a great up-and-coming spot for buyers and renters.
The population of Carrington skews young with the largest group of residents in Carrington in the 20-29 age bracket at 21.5%, closely followed by 30-39-year-olds at 16.4%. 40-49-year-olds make up 13.9% of the population while 50-59-year-olds are at 11.6%. Despite its younger demographics, the area still has a strong community of retirees and empty nesters.
Carrington’s proximity to the city makes it a popular choice for young renters and singles who enjoy nearby amenities and the city’s bustling nightlife. But for young families, there’s enough distance from Newcastle’s hot spots for some peace and quiet – without the steeper price tags of suburbs like Hamilton and Merewether.
Investors are particularly interested in Carrington because of its popularity with renters. While property values have grown steadily over the past decade, the area is still cheaper to buy than other CBD-adjacent suburbs, making it a great investment opportunity.
Statistically, Carrington real estate in NSW is mostly made up of separate houses at 61.5%, with semi-detached homes making up 27.1% and flats/apartments at 9.5%. The area is popular with renters, as 41.2% of residents rent their property while 39.3% own their home outright or with a mortgage.
Occupations in Carrington range from professionals at 10.7% to technicians/trade workers at 6.8%, labourers at 5.9%, clerical/admin workers at 5.2%. Other professions include community and personal service workers, managers, sales workers, and machinery operators. We expect to see these numbers fluctuate as the population continues to grow and diversify.
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Arnold Property are the partners you need if you’re looking to sell or let in Carrington. Whether you’re selling your home or investing in a rental property, our hard-working team provides dedicated, personalised real estate services to all our clients.
With over 30 years of local experience, we’re experts at selling Carrington NSW real estate. We’ll get your property market-ready in no time. Plus, we use a curated network of local agencies and buyers alongside online marketing platforms like RealEstate.com and Domain.
We work hard to match you with the right potential buyers for your property. Because of this, our properties spend an average of 48 days on the market.
For investors, we make it easy to manage your properties. Become your own landlord with our expert DIY Landlord tips; keep your portfolio in safe hands with our expert property management team; you can even use our handy online owner portal to access your property information in one convenient location.
If you’re looking to sell or let your Carrington real estate in NSW, get in touch and arrange a free appraisal of your property today.