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Watkin St, Newtown NSW 2042

Street

Street Summary

Watkin St, Newtown NSW 2042 sits at 1.56 times the suburb house median, reflecting a premium position. The street is predominantly residential, with 95.5% of homes being houses. 10 homes sit above the street; 49 homes sit level with the street; 18 homes sit below the street. 84 homes are heritage-listed, and 6 are recommended for a flood check. As a local road, it offers a quiet setting for buyers seeking character homes in a central location.


PART 1
Street Profile

Property Type Mix

The mix of houses and apartments (units) that make up the Watkin St, Newtown NSW 2042 property market.

Houses vs Apartments88 total lots
95.5%
4.5%
Houses (95.5%)
Apartments (0%)
Townhouses/Villas/Unclassified (4.5%)

PART 2
Houses

"Houses" in this report includes detached houses, duplexes, and terraces.

Land Topography

How house lots on Watkin St, Newtown NSW 2042 sit relative to street level — topography that affects drainage, flood risk, privacy, and build cost. Statistics are calculated from properties with available data.

High-side vs low-side house lots
High-sideFlatLow-side
10 lots
49 lots
18 lots
High-side (1m above)
Flat
Low-side (1m below)

Risks &Overlays

See which key planning overlays and environmental risks affect this street before you buy.

Heritage
84 houses affected
Bushfire
0 houses affected
Flood
0 houses affected
High voltage power line
0 houses affected

Street Sales - Houses

Actual house sales on Watkin St, Newtown NSW 2042 over the past 5 years, plotted against the Newtown NSW 2042 median house price trend over the same period.

Street sales vs suburb median
Street SalesSuburb Median Price
$0$2.5M$5.0M$7.5M$10.0MSept 21May 23Jan 25Sept 26$1.7M · 2022$1.8M · 2023$1.8M · 2024$2M · 2025$1.8M · 2026$5.9M · 2022-04-02 · 56 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.8M · 2022-04-02 · 43 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2M · 2024-09-28 · 5 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.4M · 2023-11-07 · 25 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.8M · 2022-08-31 · 31 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.5M · 2025-04-12 · 36 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.6M · 2024-07-23 · 10 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.4M · 2024-11-22 · 60 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$3M · 2021-12-04 · 70 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2M · 2026-03-10 · 78 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.4M · 2023-08-12 · 8 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.6M · 2023-10-04 · 85 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042$2.6M · 2024-05-15 · 9 WATKIN ST, NEWTOWN NSW 2042
Street price+56%vs suburb median
Turnover rate15.5%Past 5 years

PART 3
Apartments

Street Sales - Apartments

Actual apartment (unit) sales on Watkin St, Newtown NSW 2042 over the past 5 years, plotted against the Newtown NSW 2042 median apartment price trend over the same period.

Street sales vs suburb median
Suburb Median Price
$0$250k$500k$750k$1.0MSept 21May 23Jan 25Sept 26$680k · 2022$705k · 2023$790k · 2024$780k · 2025$825k · 2026
Apartment sales0Past 12 months
Turnover rate0%Past 5 years

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Living in Watkin St, Newtown NSW 2042 : Street Profile & FAQs

Common questions about living on and buying property on Watkin St, Newtown NSW 2042 — lifestyle, transport, and the local housing market.

Note: Data is sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census data and knest.ai internal statistical data.

Is Watkin St an expensive or affordable street relative to Newtown?

House prices on Watkin St sit 55.65% above the Newtown suburb house median, indicating a premium pricing position for detached homes compared to the broader area.

What are the risk and overlay factors on Watkin St?

There is no bushfire or high-voltage powerline risk on the street, and no properties fall within a flood overlay. However, 84 homes carry a heritage listing, which typically means renovations, extensions, or exterior changes may require additional council approval. Additionally, 6 properties are recommended for a flood check, while 78 fall under other flood classifications indicating no flood risk identified or not mapped.

Are properties on Watkin St mostly on high, level or low ground?

10 homes sit above the street; 49 homes sit level with the street; 18 homes sit below the street. While different site heights can influence site characteristics, buyers should assess the specific property rather than relying on the street average.

What type of road is Watkin St?

Watkin St is a local road, which generally serves nearby residents rather than carrying through traffic. As there is no specific traffic or noise data provided, buyers should visit the street at different times to gauge the actual environment.

Is Watkin St mostly houses or apartments?

There are 88 residential properties on the street, with 95.5% being houses and 0% being apartments, making it a predominantly house-based street.

What are the major apartment developments on Watkin St?

No major apartment developments are recorded on Watkin St, which aligns with its predominantly detached housing stock.

How many properties have sold on Watkin St?

1 house sold in the past 12 months, while 0 apartments sold. The 5-year turnover rate for houses is 15.5%, representing the proportion of properties that changed ownership during the past five years.

Is Watkin St a good street to buy property on?

Watkin St is best suited for buyers looking for detached houses on a local residential street. Those comfortable with heritage overlays and willing to navigate council approvals for renovations may find it a strong fit, while apartment buyers will find no suitable stock here.