Newcastle Population 2026
Newcastle has a population of 508,437, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 1.9% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
508,437
Rank in Australia
#7
Coordinates
32.93°S, 151.78°E
~48 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
358 km
222 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New South Wales
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 5,638,830 | #1 |
| Central Coast | 346,596 | #10 |
| Wollongong | 280,153 | #13 |
| Maitland | 89,597 | #24 |
| Coffs Harbour | 78,759 | #28 |
| Port Macquarie | 51,965 | #33 |
| Tamworth | 43,874 | #35 |
| Dubbo | 43,516 | #36 |
Cities near Newcastle
- Maitland89,597 people · ~30 km away
- Cessnock23,211 people · ~41 km away
- Central Coast346,596 people · ~67 km away
- Hornsby22,462 people · ~107 km away
- Muswellbrook16,000 people · ~112 km away
- Sydney5,638,830 people · ~117 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Newcastle?
Newcastle has a population of 508,437 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Newcastle in?
Newcastle is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Newcastle the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 358 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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