KARIONG

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 6,847
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 2.1%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 6,485
Density 251.0/km²
Region Info
Region 中央海岸
State New South Wales

KARIONG 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

KARIONG Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Near Average
Crime rate: 6,847 per 100,000 Near NSW average (6,635)
1.03x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

KARIONG 6,847/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

KARIONG has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

KARIONG Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

6,485
Total Population
251
people/km² density
2.1%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
2,745 people
42.3%
2
England
2,566 people
39.6%
3
Ireland
651 people
10.0%
4
Scotland
592 people
9.1%
5
Australia
249 people
3.8%

Transport

79.2 km
to Sydney CBD
62 min
drive to CBD
134 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Kariong Mountains High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About KARIONG

Kariong is located in Central Coast. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 6,485 with a density of 251 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, government school Kariong Mountains High School has 2 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 6847 per 100,000, 1.03x the NSW average, safety level close to NSW average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 42.33%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (39.57%) and Irish (10.04%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Kariong 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), Kariong has a crime rate of 6847 per 100,000, which is 1.03x the NSW average (6635). Close to NSW average, moderate safety.

Government schools: Kariong Mountains High School, 2024 HSC results: 2 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Kariong has a population of 6,485, with Chinese comprising 2.10%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (42.33%), English (39.57%), Irish (10.04%), Scottish (9.13%), Aust_Abor (3.84%).

Kariong is approximately 79.2km from Sydney CBD, about 62 minutes by car or 134 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.