EAST GOSFORD

中央海岸
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House Median
This suburb $1,077,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $638,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 4,874
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 3.1%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 4,391
Density 2,121.0/km²
Region Info
Region 中央海岸
State New South Wales

EAST GOSFORD Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,077,000
House Sales Volume 186 sales
Unit Median $638,000
Unit Sales Volume 135 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $520/wk
3 Bed House $670/wk
2 Bed Unit $580/wk
3 Bed Unit $650/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

EAST GOSFORD Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Relatively Safe
Crime rate: 4,874 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.73x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

EAST GOSFORD 4,874/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

EAST GOSFORD has a crime rate below the NSW average, indicating generally good safety conditions. However, it's still advisable to maintain basic safety awareness and secure personal belongings.

EAST GOSFORD Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

4,391
Total Population
2,121
people/km² density
3.1%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
1,770 people
40.3%
2
Australia
1,525 people
34.7%
3
Ireland
603 people
13.7%
4
Scotland
476 people
10.8%
5
China
136 people
3.1%

Transport

86.1 km
to Sydney CBD
71 min
drive to CBD
113 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (2)

Independent (1)

St Edward's Christian Brothers' College

Details
53.3 score Year 7-12 Boys

Catholic (1)

St Joseph's Catholic College East Gosford

Details
50.8 score Year 7-12 Girls

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About EAST GOSFORD

East Gosford is located in Central Coast. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 4,391 with a density of 2121 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,077,000, below Sydney average; unit median $638,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, Catholic school St Joseph's Catholic College East Gosford has 45; independent school St Edward's Christian Brothers' College has 41.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 4874 per 100,000, 0.73x the NSW average, a very safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 40.31%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (34.73%) and Irish (13.73%), Chinese comprises 3.10%, lower Chinese proportion.

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), East Gosford has a house median of $1,077,000 and unit median of $638,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), East Gosford has a crime rate of 4874 per 100,000, which is 0.73x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: St Joseph's Catholic College East Gosford, 2024 HSC results: 45 Distinguished Achievers, AU Guide Score 50.8. Independent schools: St Edward's Christian Brothers' College, 2024 HSC results: 41 Distinguished Achievers, AU Guide Score 53.3.

According to ABS 2021 Census, East Gosford has a population of 4,391, with Chinese comprising 3.10%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (40.31%), Aust (34.73%), Irish (13.73%), Scottish (10.84%), Chinese (3.10%).

East Gosford is approximately 86.1km from Sydney CBD, about 71 minutes by car or 113 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.