Horsfield Bay
NSW 2256 • New South Wales
About Horsfield Bay
Horsfield Bay is a small, secluded waterfront locality on the Central Coast of New South Wales, nestled along the shores of Brisbane Water near the Woy Woy Peninsula. With a population of around 500 residents, it offers a quiet residential enclave of holiday homes and permanent dwellings set among bushland and tidal waterways. Located approximately 80 km north of Sydney CBD, the suburb sits within Gosford local government area and enjoys a relaxed coastal lifestyle away from urban congestion.
Residents enjoy direct access to the calm waters of Brisbane Water, popular for boating, fishing and kayaking. The nearby Woy Woy town centre — just a few minutes by car — provides everyday shopping, cafés and essential services. The area appeals particularly to retirees, families seeking a sea-change, and weekenders looking for a tranquil retreat with easy highway access to Sydney and the Hunter Valley.
Horsfield Bay falls under postcode 2256 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gosford electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 55 — Woy Woy Station via Horsfield Bay 14 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Woy Woy is the nearest train station, about 2.5 km away. Bus 55 connects to the station.
Very limited walkability — car essential for most errands. Some bus connections to Woy Woy available.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Edward St
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Pretty Beach Rd
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54 Victoria Road
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Woy Woy Public School ICSEA 970Blackwall & Park Rds
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Woy Woy South Public School ICSEA 996The School Mall
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 Horsfield Bay by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Horsfield Bay Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Horsfield Bay" under Suburb