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Fountaindale

NSW 2258 • New South Wales

726
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyCentral CoastBushlandQuiet

About Fountaindale

Fountaindale is a semi-rural suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 9 kilometres south of Wyong within the Central Coast Council local government area. The suburb recorded a population of around 631 in the 2011 census and is characterised by a leafy, spacious character with a mix of rural-residential lots and natural bushland. It sits within the Tuggerah Parish and is bordered by similar semi-rural suburbs including Ourimbah, Berkeley Vale, and Kangy Angy.

Fountaindale is best known as the home of a Rudolf Steiner School, which relocated from North Gosford, reflecting the area's appeal to families seeking an alternative lifestyle with natural surroundings. The suburb is quiet and predominantly residential, with daily needs met in nearby Wyong or Tuggerah, which offer major shopping centres, medical services, and transport connections. Its semi-rural setting makes it popular with families and those who value space and greenery within reach of the Central Coast's amenities.

Fountaindale falls under postcode 2258 and is governed by the Central Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dobell, while state elections fall under the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2258
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Dobell
State Electorate
Wyong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.33°, 151.34°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.77 km²
Population Density
93 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Fountaindale for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$2.06M
6 sales · ▼ 1.8% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ourimbah
3.5 km
Central Coast & Newcastle Line
Wyong
5.5 km
Central Coast & Newcastle Line

Bus Services

  • 79,81 — Wyong and Tuggerah via local stops ~15–25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
82 km
By Train
Drive or bus to Ourimbah (~5 min), then train to Sydney Central (~1 hr 20 min)
By Bus
Local bus to Wyong, then train to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 45 min via M1 Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Fountaindale is within easy reach of Ourimbah and Wyong stations, making it feasible for Sydney commuters seeking more space and lower prices.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A semi-rural suburb with limited footpaths and no local shops. Daily errands require driving to nearby Wyong or Tuggerah, though buses provide some connectivity.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Central Coast Local Government Area, which contains Fountaindale. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
208 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.9%
Motor vehicle theft
171.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.5%
Non-DV assault
430.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
14.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
336 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.3%
View all 62 offence types for Central Coast →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
726
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fountaindale known for? +

Fountaindale is best known as the home of a Rudolf Steiner School, which relocated from North Gosford, reflecting the area's appeal to families seeking an alternative lifestyle with natural surroundings.

How far is Fountaindale from Sydney CBD? +

Fountaindale is approximately 82 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 45 min via M1 Pacific Motorway in peak hour and ~1 hr – 1 hr 15 min off-peak.

Does Fountaindale have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Ourimbah (3.5 km away, approximately null walk) on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line. Bus services include 79,81, running to Wyong and Tuggerah via local stops in approximately ~15–25 min.

What is the population of Fountaindale? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fountaindale has a population of 726 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Fountaindale a good place to live? +

Fountaindale is well-suited to families, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is quiet and predominantly residential, with daily needs met in nearby Wyong or Tuggerah, which offer major shopping centres, medical services, and transport connections.

What is the postcode for Fountaindale? +

The postcode for Fountaindale is 2258. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Fountaindale? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,062,500, down 1.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Fountaindale a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fountaindale is part of the Central Coast LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.