Kotara
A major shopping and residential hub, home to Westfield Kotara.
CoreLogic data via RP Data, 12 months to Sep 2026.
About Kotara
Kotara is anchored by Westfield Kotara, one of the Hunter's largest shopping centres, with established residential streets running off Park Avenue and Lambton Road.
Housing is a mix of older brick homes and more recent builds, with strong demand thanks to the shopping centre, schools, and easy access to the Pacific Highway.
Who buys here
Families after the schools and the convenience of the shopping centre on the doorstep. Buyers drawn by some of the strongest growth in the inner suburbs.
Seventy-two houses sold in the past year, with values up a strong 11.5% over 12 months, among the best-performing suburbs on our list.
What's nearby
Schools
- Kotara Public School
- Kotara High School
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