East Gosford

NSW 2250 • Greater Sydney

4,391
Population (2021)
$39,468
Median Income
2.08 km²
Area
15m
Elevation

About East Gosford

East Gosford is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Central Coast (City) area. With a population of 4,391 and a median income of $39,468, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.08 km² at an elevation of 15m, 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. East Gosford delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

East Gosford falls under postcode 2250 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gosford electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2250
Urban Area
Gosford - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.44°, 151.35°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.08 km²
Elevation
15m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,238
Census 2021
4,391
3.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,252
Income 2021
$39,468
26.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,177
Born Overseas 1,004

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 205
  • 2. New Zealand 84
  • 3. India 77
  • 4. Philippines 60
  • 5. China 51
  • 6. South Korea 39
  • 7. South Africa 37
  • 8. Thailand 22
  • 9. Brazil 21
  • 10. Scotland 21
  • 11. United States 20
  • 12. Germany 19
  • 13. Iran 19
  • 14. Nepal 18
  • 15. Netherlands 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,770
Australian 1,525
Irish 603
Scottish 476
Chinese 136
German 134
Australian Aboriginal 133
Italian 113
Indian 86
Filipino 81

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,360
Both parents born in Australia
1,226
Both parents born overseas
576
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.9%
No Religion
38.8%
Buddhism
1.6%
Hinduism
1.5%
Islam
1.1%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
205 (4.7%)
5-14 years
500 (11.4%)
15-19 years
205 (4.7%)
20-24 years
224 (5.1%)
25-34 years
501 (11.4%)
35-44 years
571 (13.0%)
45-54 years
529 (12.0%)
55-64 years
579 (13.2%)
65-74 years
537 (12.2%)
75-84 years
374 (8.5%)
85+ years
170 (3.9%)

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