Empire Bay
NSW 2257 • Greater Sydney
About Empire Bay
Empire Bay is a scenic waterfront suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, nestled on the shores of Cockle Bay, part of Brisbane Water. With a population of around 2,400, it has a mature demographic aged 40-59 and sits within the Central Coast Council area, roughly 80 km north of Sydney. The suburb is characterised by its bushland setting and water views.
Empire Bay offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with access to kayaking, fishing, and bushwalking along the Brisbane Water foreshore. The high owner-occupancy rate of 83% and median house prices around $1.1 million reflect its desirability as a family-friendly, nature-oriented community. Residents enjoy the Cockle Bay foreshore reserve, local parks, and proximity to Gosford and Woy Woy for shopping and services.
Empire Bay falls under postcode 2257 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Terrigal electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Red Bus 56 — Woy Woy, Umina Beach, Ettalong 15-20min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Drive or bus to Woy Woy Station, then train to Sydney. Many residents commute to Gosford rather than Sydney.
Hilly terrain with limited footpaths. No local shops within the suburb; car needed for most errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Empire Bay Public School ICSEA 10394369 1796 234 Empire Bay Drive
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Ettalong Public School ICSEA 97502 4341 3550 Karingi St
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Veron Rd
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Umina Public School ICSEA 1010Sydney Ave
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Empire Bay, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Empire Bay by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Empire Bay Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Empire Bay" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 3 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 116
- 2. New Zealand 33
- 3. South Africa 13
- 4. Wales 12
- 5. China 10
- 6. Italy 10
- 7. United States 10
- 8. Philippines 9
- 9. Scotland 9
- 10. Germany 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)