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The Junction
City in New South Wales, Australia
Overview
The Junction is a charming coastal suburb in Newcastle, New South Wales, known for its lively cafe scene, proximity to stunning beaches, and relaxed community feel. Despite its small population, the area buzzes with activity, thanks to its boutiques and easy access to the sand and surf.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
994
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-32.94°, 151.76°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
87
LGBTQ+ Safety
88
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,630
Local Cost
$1,800
Local Income
$3,400
Cashless
97
English
100
Temperature
19.2°C
Summer Avg
23.1°C
Winter Avg
14.9°C
Record High
38.2°C
Record Low
6.5°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
993 mm
Internet Speed
135 Mbps
Upload
23 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
972.0
Airport
NTL
Distance
17 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 28 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.
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