Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay is the largest town in beautiful Port Stephens, about 200 kilometers north of Sydney.

Port Stephens’ even closer proximity to Newcastle and its services, combined with the stunning natural beauty of its surroundings, make it an attractive place to work, raise a family and to retire.

Nelson Bay has a decidedly older look to its population of around 15,000, with the average age being 48 compared to the national figure of 38.

It attracts water sports lovers, dolphin and marine life watchers, fishing enthusiasts and bush explorers, with its calm beaches especially suited to families and children.

It has primary schools and high schools, public and private, and is served by three major supermarket chains.

It is less than an hour south to central Newcastle and around two-and-a-half hours to Sydney - close but far enough to ensure tranquility.

It makes a great base to work from, a retreat from the bigger towns and offers a beach lifestyle with less of the hustle and bustle of the larger tourist areas along the NSW coast.