๐Ÿ“ฎ Killingworth postcode: 2250

Killingworth Median Property Value & Market Data (NSW)

Killingworth, New South Walesยท Lake Macquarieยท 2250
Killingworth has a median property value in line with New South Wales averagesUpdated 21 May 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Killingworth has a median property value in line with New South Wales averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$900kโ€“$1.2M
Suburb
Killingworth, NSW
Key Price Driver
Proximity to CBD and school catchments
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
2278
Highest high-risk exposure
10% of land (bushfire)

Median Property Value Analysis

Killingworth in New South Wales sits within the broader property market of the region. The median property value provides a benchmark for home buyers evaluating the suburb against neighbouring areas and state averages across New South Wales. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Killingworth are influenced by factors including location, housing stock diversity, school catchments, transport access, and increasingly climate risk exposure. The median price represents the middle point of all sales โ€” half sold for more, half for less โ€” and is the most commonly cited benchmark in Australian property market reporting. Domain and CoreLogic both publish suburb-level median price data that can be compared across New South Wales.

For buyers considering Killingworth, the relationship between property value and climate risk is becoming increasingly important. Properties in areas with lower exposure to flood, bushfire, and extreme heat may hold value better over the long term as climate risk awareness grows among Australian home buyers.

To make an informed property decision in Killingworth, an address-level assessment is essential. Get a complete ClimateNest report for your shortlisted property including climate risk scores, projected insurance costs, and long-term value outlook to complement your market research.

Killingworth (postcode 2278) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (10% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (7.2% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (4.6% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Killingworth โ€” individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve stormwater drainage

Near-term

Upgrade stormwater drainage systems to handle increased rainfall intensity and reduce the risk of flash flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement a heatwave management plan

Immediate

Develop and implement a heatwave management plan to protect vulnerable residents during extreme heat events. This includes establishing cooling centers and providing public awareness campaigns.

Est. cost: Low

Reduce bushfire fuel loads

Near-term

Implement a program to reduce bushfire fuel loads in and around Killingworth. This includes clearing vegetation and conducting controlled burns.

Est. cost: Medium

Raise community awareness

Long-term

Educate residents about climate change risks and adaptation measures. This includes providing information on how to prepare for floods, heatwaves, and bushfires.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Lake Macquarie City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 21 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Killingworth?

The median property value for Killingworth in New South Wales provides a market benchmark for home buyers and sellers. For the most current median price data, consult Domain, CoreLogic, or your local real estate agent who can provide suburb-specific sales evidence and recent comparable sales. Property prices in New South Wales vary significantly by location, property type, and condition โ€” the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Killingworth compare to New South Wales averages?

Killingworth sits within the New South Wales property market. Statewide median prices in New South Wales range from $900k to $1.2M depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data โ€” ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Killingworth.

What factors affect property values in Killingworth?

Property values in Killingworth are driven by location, proximity to schools and transport, housing stock quality and diversity, neighbourhood amenity, market conditions, and increasingly climate risk exposure. Address-level climate risk data from ClimateNest helps buyers make informed decisions.

Does climate risk affect property values in Killingworth?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Killingworth. Properties with verified lower climate risk may attract premium pricing as buyer awareness grows. A ClimateNest report provides address-level climate risk data to inform your property valuation.

What share of Killingworth is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 10% of Killingworth in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 65.2% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

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