Mount Elliot

NSW 2250 • New South Wales

169
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
2.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandQuietPeaceful

About Mount Elliot

Mount Elliot is a semi-rural locality of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, situated approximately 9 kilometres east-north-east of Gosford's central business district, within the Central Coast Council local government area. Covering around 2.4 square kilometres, the locality has a small resident population of approximately 169 people and is characterised by its hilly, bushland-fringed landscape in the broader Gosford hinterland. It forms part of the postcode 2250 area, which encompasses a wide range of Central Coast communities from coastal suburbs to forested hinterland localities.

Mount Elliot's semi-rural setting offers residents a quiet, nature-connected lifestyle while remaining within reach of the Central Coast's growing services network. Gosford — the Central Coast's main commercial centre — provides shopping centres, hospitals, schools, and the Central Coast Stadium within a short drive. The Central Coast Highway and nearby arterial roads connect residents to the freeway network for commutes to Sydney (approximately 90 minutes by road), and Gosford train station provides a rail connection to Sydney's Central station via the Central Coast & Newcastle Line.

Mount Elliot falls under postcode 2250 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the The Entrance electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2250
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.33°, 151.19°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.42 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gosford
9 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited Central Coast Bus services — Gosford CBD 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
Drive to Gosford station, then ~80-90 min to Sydney Central via Central Coast & Newcastle Line
By Car (Peak)
80-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
60-75 min

🛣️ M1 Pacific Motorway accessible via Gosford; Central Coast Highway links to hinterland

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Semi-rural locality with no local shops; all services require a drive to Gosford or nearby suburban centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Mount Elliot by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Mount Elliot Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Mount Elliot" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
169
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Elliot known for? +

Mount Elliot is known for its peaceful semi-rural setting in the Central Coast hinterland, with bushland surrounds and elevated terrain offering a quiet lifestyle close to Gosford's services.

How far is Mount Elliot from Gosford? +

Mount Elliot is approximately 9 kilometres east-north-east of Gosford's CBD, roughly a 15–20 minute drive.

Does Mount Elliot have public transport? +

Mount Elliot has limited Central Coast Bus services connecting to Gosford. The nearest train station is Gosford on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line, providing rail connections to Sydney. A car is recommended for most journeys.

What is the population of Mount Elliot? +

Mount Elliot has a small population of approximately 169–202 residents, reflecting its semi-rural character and limited residential density.

Is Mount Elliot a good place to live? +

Mount Elliot suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle on the Central Coast, with bushland surrounds and a relaxed atmosphere. It offers good access to Gosford's services while remaining removed from the busier coastal and suburban areas of the Central Coast.

What is the postcode for Mount Elliot? +

The postcode for Mount Elliot is 2250, shared with Gosford and numerous other Central Coast suburbs and localities.