New South Wales location profile
Speers Point NSW 2284
Speers Point is a lakeside suburb on the northern shore of Lake Macquarie, known for its expansive foreshore parklands and family-friendly vibe. It blends quiet residential streets with active outdoor living, markets, and community events.
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Why families consider Speers Point
Predominantly families, professionals, and downsizers drawn by water views and parks; housing ranges from post‑war cottages to renovated homes and contemporary builds. Lifestyle centers on lakeside walking/cycling, sailing, sport, and community arts.
Amenities & services
- Stockland Glendale (major shopping and services)
- Glendale Supa Centre (bulky goods retail)
- Warners Bay dining and cafe strip
- Local cafes and convenience shops at Speers Point/Boolaroo
- GP clinics and allied health nearby
- Hospitals within 15–20 minutes (Lake Macquarie Private, Belmont District)
- Warners Bay Library (Warners Bay)
- Edgeworth Library (Edgeworth)
- Cardiff Library (Cardiff)
Transport & connectivity
- Nearby train stations: Cockle Creek and Cardiff (NSW TrainLink/Intercity)
- Newcastle Transport bus services linking to Glendale, Warners Bay, Charlestown and Newcastle Interchange
- Major roads: Lake Road, The Esplanade, Hillsborough Road, access to Pacific Highway
Lifestyle & recreation
- Speers Point Park & Variety Playground
- Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility (NNSWF)
- Speers Point Swim Centre
- Multi-Arts Pavilion (mima) at Speers Point Park
- Lakeside shared paths for walking, running and cycling
- Speers Point Park
- Speers Point Foreshore Reserve
- Munibung Hill Reserve
- Cockle Creek foreshore
- Warners Bay Foreshore
Education context
Multiple long day care, preschool and OSHC options in Speers Point, Boolaroo and Warners Bay; infant places can have waitlists, with better availability for toddlers and preschoolers.
- University of Newcastle – Callaghan campus (Shortland)
- University of Newcastle – City campus NUspace (Newcastle CBD)