Suburbs
Cessnock
2325 · 11 practices
Maitland
2320 · 11 practices
Wallsend
2287 · 8 practices
Salamander Bay
2317 · 7 practices
Singleton
2330 · 7 practices
Newcastle West
2302 · 5 practices
East Maitland
2323 · 5 practices
New Lambton
2305 · 5 practices
Cardiff
2285 · 5 practices
Belmont
2280 · 4 practices
Swansea
2281 · 4 practices
Toronto
2283 · 4 practices
Nelson Bay
2315 · 4 practices
Medowie
2318 · 4 practices
Charlestown
2290 · 4 practices
Kurri Kurri
2327 · 3 practices
Glendale
2285 · 3 practices
Raymond Terrace
2324 · 3 practices
Hamilton
2303 · 3 practices
Edgeworth
2285 · 3 practices
Waratah
2298 · 3 practices
Adamstown
2289 · 3 practices
Jewells
2280 · 2 practices
Wickham
2293 · 2 practices
Tanilba Bay
2319 · 2 practices
Warabrook
2304 · 2 practices
Weston
2326 · 2 practices
Broadmeadow
2292 · 2 practices
Fletcher
2287 · 2 practices
Rutherford
2320 · 2 practices
Metford
2323 · 2 practices
Williamtown
2318 · 2 practices
Clarence Town
2321 · 2 practices
Denman
2328 · 2 practices
Beresfield
2322 · 2 practices
Newcastle
2300 · 2 practices
Mayfield
2304 · 2 practices
New Lambton Heights
2305 · 2 practices
Merewether
2291 · 2 practices
Hawks Nest
2324 · 2 practices
Warners Bay
2282 · 2 practices
Tenambit
2323 · 1 practice
Tea Gardens
2324 · 1 practice
Nulkaba
2325 · 1 practice
Lambton
2299 · 1 practice
Hamilton East
2303 · 1 practice
Gillieston Heights
2321 · 1 practice
Woodberry
2322 · 1 practice
Rathmines
2283 · 1 practice
Hamilton South
2303 · 1 practice
Merriwa
2329 · 1 practice
Jesmond
2299 · 1 practice
The Junction
2291 · 1 practice
Mount Hutton
2290 · 1 practice
Shoal Bay
2315 · 1 practice
Valentine
2280 · 1 practice
Bellbird
2325 · 1 practice
Cameron Park
2285 · 1 practice
Singleton Heights
2330 · 1 practice
Nabiac
2312 · 1 practice
Whitebridge
2290 · 1 practice
Lochinvar
2321 · 1 practice
Karuah
2324 · 1 practice
Maryland
2287 · 1 practice
Redhead
2290 · 1 practice
Heddon Greta
2321 · 1 practice
Cassilis
2329 · 1 practice
Lemon Tree Passage
2319 · 1 practice
Garden Suburb
2289 · 1 practice
Cooks Hill
2300 · 1 practice
Anna Bay
2316 · 1 practice
Lorn
2320 · 1 practice
Boolaroo
2284 · 1 practice
Seaham
2324 · 1 practice
Blacksmiths
2281 · 1 practice
Fern Bay
2295 · 1 practice
Windale
2306 · 1 practice
GP services in Newcastle
Newcastle is a major regional centre in New South Wales, with 183 GP practices registered across 77 suburbs and surrounding areas.
Of the 183 practices, 155 offer general practice services. You'll also find 11 maternal, child and family health services, 5 skin cancer clinics, 6 nurse-led clinics, and 6 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services across Newcastle.
When choosing a GP in Newcastle, consider bulk billing availability, whether the practice is accepting new patients, online booking options (HealthEngine, HotDoc), and distance from home or work. For after-hours care, check the New South Wales after-hours directory or call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for 24/7 advice.
Bulk billing note: Bulk billing availability varies by clinic and patient eligibility. GPScout doesn't hold verified per-practice bulk billing data. Call the clinic before your visit to confirm. For background, see SortedAus' Medicare guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many GP practices are in Newcastle?
There are 183 GP practices listed in Newcastle, New South Wales, sourced from the National Health Services Directory via Geoscience Australia.
Are there bulk billing GPs in Newcastle?
Bulk billing is a policy set by each practice and often depends on patient eligibility (Pensioner, Healthcare Card, children under 16). GPScout does not hold verified per-practice bulk billing data for Newcastle. Call each practice to confirm current bulk billing arrangements for your situation.
How do I find a GP open after hours near Newcastle?
After-hours GP availability varies by practice. You can browse the after-hours services directory for New South Wales, call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for advice 24/7, or call the individual Newcastle clinics above to ask about their after-hours arrangements.
What services do GP clinics in this area offer?
The 183 practices in Newcastle offer a mix of services, including general practice, maternal, child and family health services, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services, nurse-led clinics, skin cancer clinics. Not every clinic offers every service — check the individual practice listings for what each clinic provides.
Where can I get a skin check in Newcastle?
Newcastle has 5 general practice skin cancer clinics listed above. These clinics specialise in skin checks, mole mapping, and early detection of skin cancer — important in Australia, which has among the highest skin cancer rates in the world.
How do I book an appointment with a GP?
Most Newcastle practices accept bookings by phone, and many now offer online booking via HealthEngine or HotDoc. New patients may need to complete a registration form before their first visit. Practices can get busy, so book a few days ahead if possible.
Is this information up to date?
This directory is sourced from official Australian Government data via Geoscience Australia (CC BY 4.0) and is refreshed quarterly. If you spot anything wrong, please contact us.