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Ourimbah

NSW 2258 • Greater Sydney

4,019
Population (2021)
$43,680
Median Income
87.15 km²
Area
191m
Elevation
Tree ChangeUniversity TownFamily-FriendlyTrain AccessSemi-Rural

About Ourimbah

Ourimbah is a charming township on the Central Coast of New South Wales, positioned almost exactly halfway between Sydney and Newcastle (each about 78 km away). With a population of around 4,000 residents spread across 87 square kilometres, this sprawling locality blends bushland acreages with suburban development. The area has evolved from its timber-milling and citrus-farming origins into a sought-after tree-change destination.

The township features its own train station on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line, a village centre with local shops, and the University of Newcastle's Central Coast campus which brings a youthful energy. Residents enjoy proximity to bushland reserves, Ourimbah Creek, and easy access to beaches at The Entrance and Tuggerah Lakes. Ourimbah attracts families, students, and those seeking affordable acreage living with city connectivity.

Ourimbah falls under postcode 2258 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2258
Urban Area
Wyong - South-West
LGA
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Dobell
State Electorate
Wyong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.32°, 151.33°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
87.15 km²
Elevation
191m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ourimbah
0.2 km
3 min
Lisarow
3.5 km
Central Coast & Newcastle Line
Tuggerah
6 km
Central Coast & Newcastle Line
Gosford
12 km
Central Coast & Newcastle Line

Bus Services

  • 17, 21 — Gosford, Tuggerah, Wyong 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
78 km
By Train
75-90 min to Central Station
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min via M1
By Car (Off-Peak)
60-75 min via M1

🛣️ Direct train to Sydney Central. Popular with commuters due to express services. Newcastle also accessible in similar time.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Village centre is walkable but most areas require a car. Large lot sizes mean spread-out development.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,951
Census 2021
4,019
▲ 1.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,180
Income 2021
$43,680
▲ 17.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,224
Born Overseas 650

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 185
  • 2. New Zealand 76
  • 3. China 34
  • 4. Philippines 33
  • 5. Germany 23
  • 6. South Africa 23
  • 7. India 20
  • 8. Scotland 19
  • 9. Vietnam 17
  • 10. Ireland 16
  • 11. United States 16
  • 12. Hong Kong 10
  • 13. Chile 9
  • 14. Pakistan 8
  • 15. Brazil 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,836
Australian 1,653
Irish 502
Scottish 483
German 154
Australian Aboriginal 126
Chinese 101
Italian 84
Dutch 75
New Zealander 57

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,429
Both parents born in Australia
824
Both parents born overseas
601
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.4%
No Religion
45.0%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
227 (5.6%)
5-14 years
517 (12.9%)
15-19 years
286 (7.1%)
20-24 years
247 (6.1%)
25-34 years
503 (12.5%)
35-44 years
537 (13.4%)
45-54 years
552 (13.7%)
55-64 years
574 (14.3%)
65-74 years
347 (8.6%)
75-84 years
171 (4.3%)
85+ years
54 (1.3%)

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