Croudace Bay, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Croudace BayNew South Wales |
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 Croudace Bay
Location in the Hunter-Central Coast Region
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| Population | 641 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 1,280/km2 (3,300/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2280 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 0.5 km2 (0.2 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Lake Macquarie | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Kahibah | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Swansea | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Shortland | ||||||||||||||
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Croudace Bay is a small area, or suburb, located in New South Wales, Australia. It's part of the City of Lake Macquarie and sits on the eastern side of Lake Macquarie. This suburb is about 19 kilometers (12 miles) southwest of Newcastle's city center.
History of Croudace Bay
Croudace Bay was named after a person called Thomas Croudace. He was a mining engineer, which means he was an expert in designing and managing mines. He worked for a company called the Scottish-Australian Mining Company.
Life in Croudace Bay
Croudace Bay is known for its sports facilities. At Croudace Bay Sports, people can play many different games like rugby league, netball, cricket, and tennis. It's a great place for sports and outdoor activities.
According to the 2021 census, about 641 people live in Croudace Bay. The average age of people living there is around 41 years old. Most people in Croudace Bay speak English at home.
