Kariong
NSW 2250 • Greater Sydney
About Kariong
Kariong is a family-oriented residential suburb set in the hills above Gosford on New South Wales' Central Coast, approximately 70 kilometres north of Sydney within the Central Coast City Council area. Home to 6,485 residents across a generous 25.8 square kilometres at an elevation of 189 metres, the suburb has a youthful demographic profile with a median age of 36 and a strong school-age population. Households here tend to be larger — averaging 3 people — reflecting its strong appeal to growing families seeking space and affordability on the fringe of Greater Sydney.
Kariong is prized for its bushland setting and proximity to Brisbane Water National Park, offering residents walking trails and natural reserves just minutes from their front door. The suburb is well connected to Gosford's town centre and train station, placing the Sydney CBD within commuting reach for working residents. Well-regarded local primary and secondary schools serve the community, and the suburb's quiet streets and family-friendly character continue to attract buyers looking for more room than inner-city or inner-suburban living can offer.
Kariong falls under postcode 2250 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gosford electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Central Mangrove Public School ICSEA 8864373 1156 1708 Wisemans Ferry Rd
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Gosford East Public School ICSEA 1017York & Webb Sts
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12 Penrose Crescent
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Erina High School ICSEA 996152 The Entrance Rd
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13 Frederick Street
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Gosford High School ICSEA 11574325 2048 Racecourse Rd
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Gosford Public School ICSEA 10494349 3600 Faunce St West
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Henry Kendall High School ICSEA 103002 4325 2110 50-64 Faunce St West
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Holgate Public School ICSEA 10474367 7444 189 Wattle Tree Road
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Kango/Commercial Rd
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Kariong Mountains High School ICSEA 9684340 0246 10 Festival Drive
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Kariong Public School ICSEA 10074340 1885 Langford Drive
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Kulnura Public School ICSEA 97502 4376 1264 9 Williams Rd
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Lisarow High School ICSEA 10144328 4599 2 The Ridgeway
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Lisarow Public School ICSEA 1035McDonalds Rd
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Narara Public School ICSEA 1008Newling St
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Glenvale School ICSEA 9634325 7783 Narara Creek Rd
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Narara Valley High School ICSEA 974Cnr Fountains & Pandala Rds
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47 Brisbane Water Drive
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Chertsey Primary School ICSEA 9354325 3963 Willow Rd
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Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Kariong, 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 Kariong by offence type, year and trend.
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Housing 2021 Census
63 state housing + 0 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 285
- 2. New Zealand 132
- 3. India 63
- 4. Philippines 61
- 5. China 55
- 6. South Africa 49
- 7. Scotland 38
- 8. South Korea 32
- 9. Thailand 22
- 10. Sri Lanka 18
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)