Edgeworth
27 DAs lodged · last 90 daysMarket Intelligence
DAs Lodged
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past 90 days · NSW Planning Portal
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Median Project Value
$495,684
DAs lodged, past 90 days
Median Approval Time
49 days
approved DAs, last 12 months
As of 14 July 2026, Edgeworth recorded 27 — Development applications lodged in Edgeworth in the past 90 days (NSW Planning Portal)
As of 14 July 2026, Edgeworth recorded $495,684 — Median estimated cost of development for DAs lodged in Edgeworth in the past 90 days (NSW Planning Portal)
As of 14 July 2026, Edgeworth recorded 49 days — Median lodgement-to-determination time for approved DAs in Edgeworth, last 12 months (NSW Planning Portal)
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Total dev. value
$10,255,068
Development types
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PAN-653456
22 JESMOND WAY EDGEWORTH 2285
Subdivision; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (attached); Earthworks, retaining walls and…
$870,643
2 new dwellings
PAN-651473
9 LLOYD STREET EDGEWORTH 2285
Secondary dwelling; Erection of a new structure
$218,935
1 new dwelling
PAN-647811
23 DURHAM DRIVE EDGEWORTH 2285
Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
$8,000
1-storey
via Council staff under delegated authority
PAN-647124
35 LAUREL AVENUE EDGEWORTH 2285
Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
$21,500
PAN-642685
3 NORTHVILLE DRIVE EDGEWORTH 2285
Erection of a new structure; Supporting Development
$913,000
PAN-644337
74 SEENA DRIVE EDGEWORTH 2285
Dual occupancy; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (attached)
$941,990
2-storey · 2 new dwellings
PAN-640140
29 BROADMEADOW WAY EDGEWORTH 2285
Subdivision; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (attached)
$1,056,000
2-storey · 2 new dwellings
PAN-634643
60 PEMBROKE AVENUE EDGEWORTH 2285
Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure
$2,200,000
2-storey · 9 new dwellings
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Edgeworth Development Activity Snapshot
Edgeworth sits within the Lake Macquarie City Council local government area and shares the 2285 postcode with neighbouring pockets of the Lake Macquarie basin. The suburb's housing stock skews heavily toward 1970s and 1980s project homes on generous quarter-acre blocks, conditions that consistently drive demand for knockdown-rebuild projects, single-storey extensions and whole-home renovations rather than greenfield new builds.
The dominant residential development types lodged with Lake Macquarie City Council for the Edgeworth area include single dwelling constructions, dual occupancy applications, secondary dwellings (granny flats), carports and garages, and residential alterations and additions. Sloping blocks, common throughout the 2285 postcode, frequently push projects into the full DA pathway rather than the faster complying development certificate (CDC) route, which has a direct bearing on both cost and timeline.
Note: Development application volume and median project value figures for Edgeworth specifically are not available in the current data pack. Subscribe to free DA alerts for Edgeworth to receive real-time lodgement data as applications are filed with Lake Macquarie City Council.
Cost to Build in Edgeworth, What the Numbers Look Like
Build costs in the Hunter region, including Edgeworth, are meaningfully lower than Sydney metropolitan benchmarks, a consistent structural advantage for owner-builders, investors and families upgrading their homes in the 2285 postcode.
The following ranges are indicative only, sourced from ABS Building Activity data and industry benchmarks for regional NSW. They represent total construction cost per square metre of gross floor area and do not include land, siteworks, professional fees, council contributions or fit-out costs beyond standard inclusions. Actual costs vary significantly by design complexity, slope, materials and builder margin.
- Volume/project home (standard inclusions): approximately $1,500-$2,200/m² (indicative, ABS-attributed, regional NSW)
- Custom home build (mid-range specification): approximately $2,200-$3,200/m² (indicative, ABS-attributed, regional NSW)
- Residential addition or extension: approximately $2,000-$3,500/m² (indicative, ABS-attributed, regional NSW), additions typically cost more per m² than equivalent new build due to tie-in complexity
- Kitchen renovation: approximately $25,000-$80,000 total project cost (indicative, industry benchmark, NSW regional)
- Bathroom renovation: approximately $15,000-$45,000 total project cost (indicative, industry benchmark, NSW regional)
What Drives Cost Locally in Edgeworth
Several Edgeworth-specific factors push costs above the regional floor. Sloping and undulating blocks, particularly common in the elevated pockets north of Cardiff Road, require engineered footings, retaining walls and cut-and-fill earthworks that can add $15,000-$60,000 to a project before a single wall frame goes up. Soil conditions across the 2285 postcode can include reactive clays that require site classification and engineered slab design. Existing structure interface costs on renovation projects are routinely underestimated: older 1970s-80s homes may contain asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) requiring licensed removal, and wiring and plumbing upgrades are often triggered by extension work. Use our build cost calculator for a suburb-adjusted estimate, and check current material prices for framing timber, concrete and structural steel.
DA Approvals in Edgeworth, Lake Macquarie City Council
All development applications for Edgeworth are assessed by Lake Macquarie City Council (LMCC). Complying development certificates (CDCs) for eligible projects are assessed by an accredited certifier and bypass council entirely, typically delivering approval in 10-20 business days where the project meets the NSW Housing Code or Low Rise Housing Diversity Code criteria.
Full DA determination times at LMCC vary by application type and complexity. Straightforward residential alterations and additions are generally determined faster than dual occupancy or secondary dwelling applications, which require a more detailed assessment against the Lake Macquarie Development Control Plan (DCP) and Local Environmental Plan (LEP).
Median determination day figures specific to LMCC or Edgeworth DAs are not available in the current data pack. Subscribe to DA alerts to track live lodgement and determination activity in your street.
What Typically Slows Approvals in This LGA
- Sloping block earthworks: Proposals involving significant cut-and-fill or retaining walls above prescribed heights trigger neighbour notification and sometimes a longer referral process.
- Vegetation and tree removal: Lake Macquarie's DCP contains detailed tree preservation provisions. Proposals requiring removal of significant trees must include an arborist report and can add weeks to assessment.
- Stormwater and flooding overlays: Parts of the 2285 postcode are subject to flood and stormwater constraint mapping. Applications affecting these areas require hydraulic engineering input before lodgement.
- Secondary dwelling setbacks: Granny flat applications on smaller lots that cannot meet SEPP setback requirements must go through a full merit-based DA, extending timelines compared with CDC-eligible sites.
- Incomplete documentation: The single most controllable cause of delay, a full BASIX certificate, site analysis, shadow diagrams and stamped engineering drawings submitted at lodgement dramatically reduce RFI (request for information) cycles.
Edgeworth Project Types: Cost & Approval Time Comparison
| Project Type | Indicative Cost Range | Typical Approval Pathway | Indicative Approval Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single dwelling, volume/project home | $350,000-$700,000+ | CDC (if compliant) or DA | 10-20 days (CDC) / 40-90 days (DA) |
| Custom home build | $550,000-$1,200,000+ | DA | 60-120 days |
| Knockdown rebuild | $400,000-$900,000+ | CDC or DA depending on design | 10-20 days (CDC) / 60-100 days (DA) |
| Single-storey addition / extension | $80,000-$300,000+ | CDC (if compliant) or DA | 10-20 days (CDC) / 40-80 days (DA) |
| Secondary dwelling (granny flat) | $120,000-$280,000+ | CDC (SEPP compliant) or DA | 10-20 days (CDC) / 50-90 days (DA) |
| Kitchen renovation | $25,000-$80,000+ | No DA typically required | N/A, building permit only |
| Bathroom renovation | $15,000-$45,000+ | No DA typically required | N/A, building permit only |
All cost ranges are indicative only (ABS-attributed, regional NSW benchmarks). Approval times are indicative based on industry and council data; individual applications vary. Consult a licensed builder or certifier for project-specific advice.
Building in Edgeworth: Local Intelligence That Changes Your Project
Edgeworth's family-oriented demographic, with an average taxable income of $64,095 and a median taxable income of $55,534 across 19,990 individuals in the area (ATO, see citations), shapes the local construction market in practical ways. Builder capacity is oriented toward liveable family homes, value-conscious renovations and functional additions rather than prestige architect-led custom builds. This means competitive quoting on mid-market projects but a smaller pool of builders with experience in high-specification or architecturally complex work.
The suburb's three primary schools, Edgeworth Heights Public School (ICSEA 969, 305 students), Edgeworth Public School (ICSEA 967, 647 students) and St Benedict's Primary School (ICSEA 1,037, 357 students), anchor the family catchment appeal of the 2285 postcode (source: ACARA, see citations). Renovations and extensions that add bedrooms, functional living space or dual-occupancy income potential consistently outperform cosmetic-only upgrades in resale performance for family buyers prioritising school access.
Neighbouring suburbs Charlestown, Wyee, Cooranbong and Swansea all sit within the LMCC boundary, meaning many builders operating in Edgeworth actively work across these adjacent postcodes. When comparing quotes, check whether your shortlisted builder has completed projects within the 2285 postcode specifically, sloping block experience and familiarity with LMCC's DCP requirements are genuine differentiators, not marketing claims.
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