Kanwal
NSW 2259 • Greater Sydney
About Kanwal
Kanwal is a residential suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 100 kilometres north of Sydney and 9 kilometres northeast of Wyong. With a population of around 4,200 residents, it is a family-oriented community situated just west of Tuggerah Lake. The suburb name is said to mean "snakes indeed" in a local Aboriginal language, reflecting the area's natural heritage.
The suburb is dominated by the Wyong Rugby League Club which serves as a community hub with sporting ovals, netball courts, and a youth centre. Kanwal offers affordable housing for families with good access to Lake Haven Shopping Centre, local parks including Craigie Park facing Tuggerah Lake, and proximity to Wyong Hospital. The area attracts families seeking affordable living on the Central Coast with reasonable access to Sydney.
Kanwal falls under postcode 2259 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wyong electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 27, 28, 29, 30 — Lake Haven, Wyong Station 15-25 min
- 27 — Westfield Tuggerah 20 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Bus to Wyong Station then train to Sydney Central; NSW TrainLink services available
Local shops within walking distance; car needed for major shopping and commuting
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gwandalan Public School ICSEA 9534976 1318 Kanangra Drive
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Kanwal Public School ICSEA 9424392 3477 Craigie Ave
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Lake Munmorah High School ICSEA 9254358 1411 Carters Rd
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Lake Munmorah Public School ICSEA 950Carters Road
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29 Carters Road
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Mannering Park Public School ICSEA 9454359 1184 Vales Rd
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84 Gavenlock Road
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Cnr Sparks Road and Albert Warner Drive
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91 Sparks Road
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100 Alison Road
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HopeTown School ICSEA 7974353 2522 177 Pollock Ave
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Jilliby Public School ICSEA 9894355 1240 Jilliby Rd
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7-15 Panonia Road
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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 Kanwal by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Kanwal Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Kanwal" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
51 state housing + 28 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 148
- 2. New Zealand 61
- 3. Philippines 33
- 4. Scotland 30
- 5. India 27
- 6. China 23
- 7. United States 21
- 8. Italy 17
- 9. Ireland 13
- 10. Thailand 13
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)