Booker Bay

NSW 2257 • Greater Sydney

1,442
Population (2021)
$34,268
Median Income
0.49 km²
Area
3m
Elevation

About Booker Bay

Booker Bay is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Central Coast (City) area. With a population of 1,442 and a median income of $34,268, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 0.49 km² at an elevation of 3m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Booker Bay delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Booker Bay falls under postcode 2257 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gosford electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2257
Urban Area
Gosford - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.51°, 151.35°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.49 km²
Elevation
3m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
54 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,326
Census 2021
1,442
8.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,860
Income 2021
$34,268
18.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,092
Born Overseas 232

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 76
  • 2. New Zealand 35
  • 3. South Africa 12
  • 4. United States 11
  • 5. Malta 9
  • 6. Netherlands 7
  • 7. Scotland 7
  • 8. China 5
  • 9. Germany 5
  • 10. Ireland 5
  • 11. Chile 4
  • 12. Italy 4
  • 13. Brazil 3
  • 14. Canada 3
  • 15. India 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 656
Australian 536
Irish 206
Scottish 159
Australian Aboriginal 64
Italian 55
German 39
New Zealander 30
Dutch 23
Spanish 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

911
Both parents born in Australia
285
Both parents born overseas
154
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.4%
No Religion
37.4%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
80 (5.5%)
5-14 years
124 (8.6%)
15-19 years
46 (3.2%)
20-24 years
36 (2.5%)
25-34 years
106 (7.4%)
35-44 years
194 (13.5%)
45-54 years
142 (9.8%)
55-64 years
196 (13.6%)
65-74 years
265 (18.4%)
75-84 years
216 (15.0%)
85+ years
45 (3.1%)

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