Saratoga
NSW 2251 • Greater Sydney
About Saratoga
Saratoga is a peaceful residential suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, situated on a scenic peninsula jutting into Brisbane Water. Located approximately 85 km north of Sydney and 11 km south of Gosford, it has a population of around 3,900. The suburb is characterised by its waterfront setting, with houses extending up coastal slopes from the largely settled shoreline.
Saratoga offers a tranquil waterside lifestyle popular with retirees and families seeking a quiet community atmosphere. The suburb features local parks, bushwalking trails through the surrounding hills, and direct water access for boating and fishing on Brisbane Water. A small village centre provides essential amenities, while larger shopping and services are available in nearby Gosford and Woy Woy.
Saratoga falls under postcode 2251 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Terrigal electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 55 — Gosford / Woy Woy 20-30 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Woy Woy Station is the nearest rail link to Sydney
Most errands require a car due to the peninsula geography
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Avoca Beach Public School ICSEA 10814382 1416 The Round Drive
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37 Bundaleer Cres
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Copacabana Public School ICSEA 10644382 1766 Pueblo St
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382 Avoca Drive
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37 Kincumber Street
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Kincumber High School ICSEA 10454369 1555 Bungoona Rd
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Kincumber Public School ICSEA 10044369 1544 Avoca Drive
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Brisbania Public School ICSEA 10144369 1246 1 High Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Saratoga, 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 Saratoga by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Saratoga Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Saratoga" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
15 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 221
- 2. New Zealand 83
- 3. South Africa 28
- 4. Scotland 21
- 5. Italy 14
- 6. China 12
- 7. Ireland 11
- 8. Netherlands 11
- 9. Philippines 11
- 10. Malta 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)