Avoca Beach

NSW 2251 • Greater Sydney

4,708
Population (2021)
$48,204
Median Income
4.44 km²
Area
0m
Elevation

About Avoca Beach

Avoca Beach is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Central Coast (City) area. With a population of 4,708 and a median income of $48,204, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 4.44 km² at an elevation of 0m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Avoca Beach delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Avoca Beach falls under postcode 2251 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Terrigal electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2251
Urban Area
Gosford - East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.47°, 151.43°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.44 km²
Elevation
0m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$530
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,508
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,584
Census 2021
4,708
2.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,728
Income 2021
$48,204
21.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,620
Born Overseas 920

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 384
  • 2. New Zealand 75
  • 3. South Africa 59
  • 4. Ireland 44
  • 5. United States 43
  • 6. Canada 33
  • 7. Scotland 26
  • 8. Wales 21
  • 9. Germany 20
  • 10. Netherlands 19
  • 11. Japan 17
  • 12. India 12
  • 13. Singapore 11
  • 14. Brazil 10
  • 15. Italy 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,288
Australian 1,762
Irish 757
Scottish 613
Italian 140
German 139
Dutch 116
Australian Aboriginal 110
Welsh 62
French 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,600
Both parents born in Australia
1,072
Both parents born overseas
836
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.3%
Christianity
45.8%
Buddhism
0.9%
Judaism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
252 (5.4%)
5-14 years
720 (15.3%)
15-19 years
355 (7.5%)
20-24 years
236 (5.0%)
25-34 years
316 (6.7%)
35-44 years
574 (12.2%)
45-54 years
742 (15.8%)
55-64 years
657 (14.0%)
65-74 years
540 (11.5%)
75-84 years
257 (5.5%)
85+ years
54 (1.1%)

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