EDITION 17

Newcastle Living

Local Insights:
Cardiff & Surrounds

Spring in Cardiff features weekend footy games, park picnics, and kids racing along quiet streets.

Local Insights Edition 17: Cardiff & Surrounds

The suburb’s train station links easily to Newcastle and Sydney, while nearby Glendale offers shopping, sports facilities, and community events. Macquarie Hills adds leafy streets and modern homes, balancing tranquillity with convenience. Together, these suburbs provide affordable housing, family-friendly parks, and access to both the lake and city, making Cardiff and surrounds a popular choice for growing families.

Local Insights Edition 17: Cardiff & Surrounds

DID YOU KNOW?

Cardiff was originally called Winding Creek after the local creek. In 1889, influenced by Welsh settlers, the suburb was renamed after the capital city of Wales.

HIGHLIGHTS

Stockland Glendale Shopping Complex | Cardiff Shopping Centre | Hunter Sports Centre | Event Cinemas Glendale | Waratah Golf Club | Macquarie Hills Playground | Lake Macquarie BMX Club | Cardiff Train Station | Less than 10 mins drive to Lake Macquarie Esplanade | Less than 15 mins drive to Redhead Beach

HOUSES

Median House Price
Garden Suburb

$965,000

Best Return on Investment
Macquarie Hills = 4.30%
Glendale = 4.21%
Argenton = 4.11%

UNITS

Median Unit Price
Garden Suburb

$1,070,000

Best Return on Investment
Cardiff Heights = 5.88%
Cardiff South = 4.55%
Cardiff = 4.14%

Jackson Manning

Jackson Manning
Licensed Real Estate Agent
Phone 0406 242 784

Andrew Dinnen

Andrew Dinnen
Licensed Real Estate Agent and Auctioneer
Phone 0423 217 864