Davistown

NSW 2251 • Greater Sydney

2,602
Population (2021)
$36,348
Median Income
1.61 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
WaterfrontRetirement-FriendlyCoastalVillage FeelScenic

About Davistown

Davistown is a waterside suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, located 12 kilometres south of Gosford and about 80 kilometres north of Sydney. With a population of around 2,602, it sits on the southern shore of Brisbane Water within the Central Coast Council area. The suburb covers 1.6 square kilometres and is known for its relaxed, village-like atmosphere.

Davistown is popular with retirees, families, and water enthusiasts drawn to its calm waterfront setting on Brisbane Water. The suburb is home to the Davistown RSL and the Cockle Bay foreshore, offering fishing, kayaking, and scenic walks. The annual Davistown Putt Putt Regatta celebrates the area's boating heritage and draws visitors from across the Coast. Local dining options and the nearby Kincumber shopping village provide everyday conveniences while maintaining a peaceful coastal lifestyle.

Davistown falls under postcode 2251 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Terrigal electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2251
Urban Area
Gosford - East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.48°, 151.36°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.61 km²
Elevation
2m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woy Woy
4 km
48 min
Gosford
12 km
Central Coast & Newcastle line (Sydney-Newcastle)

Bus Services

  • 53 — Woy Woy Station 15 min
  • 55 — Gosford via Kincumber 30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
1h 30min (from Woy Woy)
By Car (Peak)
1h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10min

🛣️ Bus to Woy Woy Station then train to Sydney; Central Coast commuter belt

Walkability Car-Dependent

Waterfront walks are pleasant but most shopping and services require driving to Kincumber or Woy Woy

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 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 Davistown by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Davistown Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
48 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,488
Census 2021
2,602
4.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,668
Income 2021
$36,348
14.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,185
Born Overseas 320

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 128
  • 2. New Zealand 44
  • 3. Scotland 23
  • 4. South Africa 15
  • 5. Netherlands 13
  • 6. Canada 9
  • 7. Egypt 8
  • 8. Italy 6
  • 9. Japan 6
  • 10. Thailand 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,212
Australian 1,109
Irish 376
Scottish 298
Australian Aboriginal 110
German 86
Italian 47
Dutch 45
Maltese 25
New Zealander 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,792
Both parents born in Australia
384
Both parents born overseas
320
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.3%
No Religion
38.5%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
121 (4.7%)
5-14 years
334 (12.8%)
15-19 years
138 (5.3%)
20-24 years
87 (3.3%)
25-34 years
210 (8.1%)
35-44 years
312 (12.0%)
45-54 years
302 (11.6%)
55-64 years
355 (13.6%)
65-74 years
331 (12.7%)
75-84 years
283 (10.9%)
85+ years
143 (5.5%)

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