Canton Beach
NSW 2263 • Greater Sydney
About Canton Beach
Canton Beach is a small lakeside suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, situated on the shores of Tuggerah Lake approximately 112 km north-east of Sydney. With a population of around 1,176 residents in just 1.1 square kilometres, it is a compact, quiet community. The suburb has an older demographic with an average age of 60+, and a high owner-occupier rate of 72%, reflecting its appeal as a retirement-friendly area.
Canton Beach offers an affordable, relaxed lakeside lifestyle with a sandy beach on Tuggerah Lake popular for swimming and kayaking. The suburb has a small local shopping strip and is close to Toukley's amenities. It suits retirees and downsizers seeking a peaceful waterside setting at a fraction of Sydney prices, with median house prices well below the state average. Norah Head lighthouse and ocean beaches are a short drive away.
Canton Beach falls under postcode 2263 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wyong electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 22 — Toukley / Lake Haven Shopping Centre 10 min
- 26 — Wyong Station 25 min
- 27 — The Entrance 20 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Car-dependent suburb; nearest train station is Wyong (12 km). Gosford is 35 km south.
Local beach and small shops walkable; car required for most shopping, medical, and commuting needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gorokan High School ICSEA 9234393 7039 43 Goobarabah Avenue
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Gorokan Public School ICSEA 9130243924200 Dudley St
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458 Main Road
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Toukley Public School ICSEA 8894396 4275 Main Rd
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 Canton Beach by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Canton Beach Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Canton Beach" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
16 state housing + 15 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 74
- 2. New Zealand 11
- 3. Philippines 8
- 4. Scotland 7
- 5. Italy 6
- 6. Netherlands 5
- 7. United States 5
- 8. Egypt 4
- 9. Nepal 4
- 10. Germany 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)