Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Birmingham Gardens › Sandgate Rd
$821,000
Last sold
2 July 2025
4
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
417.33 m²
Land
Districts View
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
No verification items generated for this record.
Each line above is labelled. A fact is quoted from the named source, with its date. A calculation is worked out by Districts from those facts — you can check the arithmetic. An interpretation is Districts' opinion of what the evidence means, not a fact, a valuation, or advice. Anything we haven't retrieved yet is marked as missing rather than treated as a pass.
Price evidence
Last sold
$821,000
2 July 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Birmingham Gardens (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,297/m² of land (n=83). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Birmingham Gardens
-13.8%
Median sale
Suburb $952,000
+0.52 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.27%
Suburb median $952,000 from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012
Zone
Low Density Residential
R2
Jurisdiction
Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
Data unavailable
Source
Planning facts are copied from official government GIS where available. Where an official property PDF exists (VicPlan, PlanBuild), Districts stores and serves that original document. Neither is a planning certificate, survey, or advice.
Site
Terrain has not been calculated for this property yet.
Slope is calculated on a projected metric grid from a public DEM clip of the official parcel. This is not a survey, engineering, or insurance assessment.
Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
The official layer was queried and no heritage listed area was detected on this parcel (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 31 Aug 2026). Mapped layers change — this is the strongest all-clear Districts can give, not a certificate.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
NSWZoned Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 433 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. If the dual occupancy pathway survives a planner’s check, this lot can outperform a same-suburb house that is hold-as-is only. That is not a forecast. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $598/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.
Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded. Suburb vacancy or leased-tape days are not this property’s competition.
Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Verdict
Districts view
This looks more compelling as a land / capital-growth play than a pure yield play — if the dual occupancy pathway survives a planner’s check.
Detail
Zoned Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 433 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
Achieved rent for this address has not been inferred. Gross yield on advertising copy is not the deal.
Nearby DA pipeline is unknown, so neighbourhood change is not in this verdict.
Evidence
Districts asks the same ten questions of every property. If one shows as unknown, that data isn't published for this state or hasn't been loaded yet — the question stays visible so you can see exactly what's missing.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 433 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownNSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Honest achievable rent
KnownlowThis is not “bond data says this address leases for $X.” The comparable figure is a suburb advertised/median rent, not this property. Official bond files (postcode or suburb × type × bedrooms) are not loaded yet.
Rental supply pressure
UnknownSupply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.
Why is this cheap?
KnownmediumNo material overlays were returned that would explain a discount. That is not proof the price is fair. Nearby DAs, easements, and flood-layer gaps can still explain a cheap-looking listing — those are not all loaded.
Lot-level flood
UnknownFlood overlay has not been queried for this lot. Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”
Catalyst exposure
UnknownFunded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
This lot's DA history
UnknownNo DA adapter returned applications for this parcel.
Statutory land value versus ask
UnknownNSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Area
Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by TaylorHedley Property.Framed by neat landscaping and a pretty white picket fence, this charming four-bedder sits opposite leafy parkland tucked away within Shortland, moments from local conveniences, nearby link roads and the University of Newcastle.
Having been beautifully renovated, the home feels gorgeously inviting, bright and airy, revealing effortless neutrals and attractive flooring that work together to enhance its cohesive design. Offering leafy neighbourhood views from its cute sunroom up front, it impresses further with two separate living spaces made up of a sun-drenched living room and relaxed dining area adjoining the spotlessly updated kitchen. Plush new carpet features through each of the four generously proportioned bedrooms, serviced by a modern central bathroom. With a handy second WC in the laundry, further appeal is found in the perfectly practical and easy-care yard, which creates a laidback spot to unwind in and potential to add alfresco living as well.
Positioned a short stroll from the nearby playground and Our Lady of Victories Primary School, it's also only moments to Shortland's local amenities and public school. For major shopping, Jesmond Central and Wallsend's hub are within easy reach, and it's only 15 minutes to Newcastle's vibrant CBD.
- Charmingly renovated weatherboard home boasting practical yet spacious layout
- Pretty entryway creates lovely sunroom offering lush outlook over surrounds
- High ceilings, timber-look floors and plantation shutters accentuate delightful interior
- Air-conditioned front living room and beautifully bright and airy family dining at rear
- Gorgeous pale green cabinetry and white stone benches to updated kitchen, complemented by modern appliances and breakfast bar dining
- Master sits at front of home feat. wall of built-in storage and split-system AC
- Ceiling fan, built-in robes and new carpet to all four bedrooms
- Flexibility to use fourth bedroom as home office if needed
- Tastefully appointed bathroom boasts frameless glass walk-in shower
- Laundry with WC provides yard access, could accommodate second bathroom (STCA)
- Dining area opens out to private, fenced yard with grassy, easy-care space for kids and pet
- Single garage sits below home on ground level, further driveway parking
- Close to local conveniences, nearby golf course and university
- Convenient to Newcastle Inner City Bypass, A15 and A1
Land Rates: $2,008 per annum approx.
Water Rates: $1,314 per annum approx.
Rental Estimate: $680 - $720 per week approx.
Disclaimer:
We have obtained this property information from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective buyers are advised to carry out their own investigations.
Listing description written by Sam Taylor, TaylorHedley Property. — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.