Lakelands, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Lakelands New South Wales
Lakelands Location in the Hunter-Central Coast Region
Population	1,445 (2021 census)
• Density	1,810/km2 (4,700/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	2282
Area	0.8 km2 (0.3 sq mi)
Location	16 km (10 mi) SW of Newcastle 6 km (4 mi) W of Charlestown
LGA(s)	City of Lake Macquarie
Parish	Kahibah
State electorate(s)	Lake Macquarie
Federal Division(s)	Shortland
Suburbs around Lakelands: Macquarie Hills Macquarie Hills Cardiff South Warners Bay Lakelands Warners Bay Warners Bay

Lakelands is a friendly residential area, also known as a suburb, located in New South Wales, Australia. It's part of the City of Lake Macquarie. This suburb is about 16 kilometres (10 mi) southwest of Newcastle's main city area. Lakelands is also very close to the northern end of Lake Macquarie. It used to be part of the nearby suburb, Warners Bay.

Discovering Lakelands

Lakelands is a great place to live and explore. It has a mix of homes and useful services. You can find many things to do right within the suburb.

A Look at Lakelands' History

Lakelands has grown over the years. It started as a smaller area. In 2015, the suburb expanded. A former bush area to the west became new homes. This expansion helped Lakelands grow even more. It now borders the suburb of Warners Bay.

What to Do in Lakelands

Lakelands offers several fun spots for residents. The main street, Ambleside Circuit, is home to the "Lakelands Business Centre." Here, you can find different small businesses. These include a cafe where you can grab a snack and a barber for a haircut.

Sports and Play Areas

If you love sports, Lakelands has you covered. There's a tennis court where you can practice your serve. Kids can enjoy the playground, perfect for running and climbing. For cricket fans, there's also a cricket field in the southern part of Lakelands. These areas make it easy to stay active and have fun outdoors.