Newcastle West, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Newcastle West Newcastle, New South Wales
Newcastle West Post and Telegraph Office
Newcastle West Location in Newcastle, Australia
Population	618 (2016 census)
• Density	414.2/km2 (1,073/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	2302
Elevation	6 m (20 ft)
Area	0.84 km2 (0.3 sq mi)
Location	0 km (0 mi) W of Newcastle
LGA(s)	City of Newcastle
Region	Hunter
County	Northumberland
Parish	Newcastle
State electorate(s)	Newcastle
Federal Division(s)	Newcastle
Suburbs around Newcastle West: Hamilton Wickham, Newcastle Newcastle Hamilton East Newcastle West Newcastle, Cooks Hill Hamilton South Hamilton South, Cooks Hill Cooks Hill

Newcastle West is a busy area located right inside the city of Newcastle, in New South Wales, Australia. It's like a neighborhood that's part of the main city center, especially its western side. This area is mostly known for its shops and businesses. However, it also has a high school.

In 2016, a count showed that about 618 people lived in Newcastle West.

Education in Newcastle West

Newcastle High School is located in Newcastle West. It's a public high school, meaning it's run by the government. The school is found where National Park Street and Parkway Avenue meet. Around 1,000 students attend this school.

Historic Places to See

Newcastle West has several places that are listed as important heritage sites. These are buildings or areas that have special historical value. They are protected so future generations can learn from them.

Some of these heritage-listed sites include:

• 787 Hunter Street: This is the old Castlemaine Brewery. A brewery is a place where beer is made.
• 434 King Street: This address is home to Miss Porter's House. This house is a museum that shows what life was like in Newcastle long ago.