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Bateau Bay

NSW 2261 • Greater Sydney

12,516
Population (2021)
$37,388
Median Income
6.94 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Shopping CentreBeach AccessCentral CoastFamily-Friendly

About Bateau Bay

Bateau Bay is a substantial Central Coast suburb where over 12,000 residents enjoy proximity to beaches and comprehensive shopping. Bateau Bay Square is a major retail destination for the region, and the beach is excellent—Shelly Beach Reserve provides both ocean and sheltered swimming.

Beyond the shopping centre, the beachside character provides genuine coastal lifestyle. The Sol cinema, parks, and local amenities serve families well. Bateau Bay attracts families and retirees seeking Central Coast living with shopping convenience. It's practical coastal living—beach access with proper amenities.

Bateau Bay falls under postcode 2261 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the The Entrance electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2261
Urban Area
Wyong - South-West
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Dobell
State Electorate
The Entrance
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.38°, 151.47°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
6.94 km²
Elevation
31m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Bay Village Shopping Centre The Entrance Road Bateau Bay 2261 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Charter Hall Square , 12 Bay Village Rd Bateau Bay 2261 NSW

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Bateau Bay by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bateau Bay Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bateau Bay" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,058
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.6%

259 state housing + 49 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
12,146
Census 2021
12,516
▲ 3.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,316
Income 2021
$37,388
▲ 23.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 10,321
Born Overseas 1,462

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 502
  • 2. New Zealand 182
  • 3. Scotland 64
  • 4. Philippines 52
  • 5. South Africa 51
  • 6. Ireland 50
  • 7. United States 32
  • 8. Germany 31
  • 9. Italy 31
  • 10. Malta 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 5,366
Australian 5,287
Irish 1,686
Scottish 1,307
Australian Aboriginal 587
German 374
Italian 374
Maltese 163
New Zealander 138
Dutch 124

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

8,174
Both parents born in Australia
1,820
Both parents born overseas
1,634
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.7%
No Religion
38.4%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
739 (5.9%)
5-14 years
1,665 (13.3%)
15-19 years
660 (5.3%)
20-24 years
551 (4.4%)
25-34 years
1,346 (10.8%)
35-44 years
1,561 (12.5%)
45-54 years
1,371 (11.0%)
55-64 years
1,533 (12.2%)
65-74 years
1,477 (11.8%)
75-84 years
991 (7.9%)
85+ years
616 (4.9%)

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