Georgetown, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Georgetown Newcastle, New South Wales
Georgetown Location in Newcastle, Australia
Population	1,960 (2016 census)
• Density	2,450/km2 (6,300/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	2298
Area	0.8 km2 (0.3 sq mi)
Location	6 km (4 mi) WNW of Newcastle
LGA(s)	City of Newcastle
Parish	Newcastle
State electorate(s)	Newcastle
Federal Division(s)	Newcastle
Suburbs around Georgetown: Waratah Waratah Mayfield Waratah Georgetown Islington Waratah Broadmeadow Hamilton North

Georgetown is a friendly suburb located in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. It's about 6 kilometers (or 3.7 miles) from the very center of Newcastle. This area is part of the City of Newcastle local government, which helps manage local services.

How Georgetown Began

Georgetown got its name from a man named George Moate. He also has a street named after him, Moate Street, right in the middle of the suburb! George Moate bought land in this area way back in 1853. He then divided his land into smaller blocks to create a new neighborhood.

Georgetown started as a place for workers to live. Many people who worked in nearby factories, like the Copper Smelting Works (which is now UGL Rail/Goninans), found homes here. By the year 1880, Georgetown was already known as a successful and growing village.

Life in Georgetown

Georgetown is mostly a place where people live. It's easy for residents to get around because there are good transport options. There are also schools and shops nearby, making it a convenient place to live.

Most people in Georgetown speak only English at home. About 44% of the people living here were born in Australia. Another 40% were born in England. When it comes to religion, about 38% of people are Protestant, and 31% are Catholic. Around 25% of residents reported having no religion.