Fingal Bay
NSW 2315 • Rest of NSW
About Fingal Bay
Fingal Bay is the easternmost suburb of the Port Stephens area, a picturesque coastal village nestled at the base of the Tomaree Peninsula about 2.5 hours north of Sydney. With a small permanent population of around 1,600, this tight-knit community swells significantly during holiday periods. The lower median income reflects the retiree-heavy demographic and seasonal tourism nature of the local economy.
Fingal Bay offers an idyllic beachside lifestyle with its sweeping white sand beach, rock pools, and views across to the iconic Fingal Island (Fingal Spit). The beach is patrolled during summer and is perfect for swimming, surfing, and fishing. Residents enjoy whale watching from the headland, bushwalking in Tomaree National Park, and a relaxed holiday atmosphere year-round. It's a favourite for families seeking a quieter alternative to nearby Nelson Bay.
Fingal Bay falls under postcode 2315 and is governed by Port Stephens Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Stephens electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Schools
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12 Wahgunyah Rd
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Shoal Bay Public School ICSEA 9624981 1007 61 Rigney St
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Fingal Bay, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Crime Statistics
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Housing 2021 Census
11 state housing + 12 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 78
- 2. New Zealand 17
- 3. Germany 16
- 4. Scotland 13
- 5. South Africa 10
- 6. Malta 7
- 7. Italy 6
- 8. Netherlands 6
- 9. Nepal 5
- 10. Poland 5
Ancestry 2021 Census
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