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Blue Haven

NSW 2262 • Greater Sydney

6,563
Population (2021)
$83,616
Median Household Income
2.52 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableCentral CoastResidentialGrowth Suburb

About Blue Haven

Blue Haven is a suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, approximately 105 km north-northeast of Sydney. With a population of around 6,400, it is a predominantly residential community within the Central Coast Council local government area. The suburb was established in 1991 and has grown into an affordable, family-oriented neighbourhood along the Pacific Highway at Wallarah Creek.

Blue Haven offers a quiet suburban lifestyle with local amenities including an Aldi supermarket, medical centre, and several parks. The suburb is popular with young families and retirees seeking affordable housing on the Central Coast. Nearby Lake Munmorah and Budgewoi Lake provide recreational opportunities, while the larger centres of Tuggerah and Lake Haven offer extensive shopping and dining options.

Blue Haven falls under postcode 2262 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2262
Urban Area
Wyong - North-East
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Dobell
State Electorate
Wyong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.21°, 151.50°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.52 km²
Elevation
13m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Blue Haven for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$808K
134 sales · ▲ 9.7% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$490K
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,794
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.5%

42 state housing + 15 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wyee
6.5 km
80 min
Doyalson
4 km
50 min

Bus Services

  • 27 — Lake Haven Shopping Centre 10 min
  • 28 — Wyong Station 25 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
105 km
By Train
2h 10min (via Wyee)
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
1h 40min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 15min

🛣️ Most residents commute to Tuggerah or Gosford for work

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though local shops are accessible on foot from nearby streets

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Central Coast Local Government Area, which contains Blue Haven. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
208 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.9%
Motor vehicle theft
171.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.5%
Non-DV assault
430.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
14.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
336 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.3%
View all 62 offence types for Central Coast →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,378
Census 2021
6,563
▲ 2.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$29,796
Personal Income 2021
$37,128
▲ 24.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$37,128 / yr
$714/wk
Household
$83,616 / yr
$1608/wk
Family
$90,636 / yr
$1743/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,633
Born Overseas 729

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 189
  • 2. New Zealand 102
  • 3. Philippines 58
  • 4. India 24
  • 5. Italy 22
  • 6. Netherlands 20
  • 7. Malta 18
  • 8. Scotland 18
  • 9. Ireland 15
  • 10. South Africa 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,076
English 2,782
Australian Aboriginal 600
Irish 590
Scottish 586
German 197
Italian 195
Maori 101
Filipino 97
Maltese 95

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,442
Both parents born in Australia
992
Both parents born overseas
896
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.7%
No Religion
44.2%
Islam
0.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
512 (7.8%)
5-14 years
1,034 (15.8%)
15-19 years
447 (6.8%)
20-24 years
440 (6.7%)
25-34 years
977 (14.9%)
35-44 years
798 (12.2%)
45-54 years
829 (12.6%)
55-64 years
661 (10.1%)
65-74 years
472 (7.2%)
75-84 years
328 (5.0%)
85+ years
75 (1.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blue Haven known for? +

Blue Haven offers a quiet suburban lifestyle with local amenities including an Aldi supermarket, medical centre, and several parks.

How far is Blue Haven from Sydney CBD? +

Blue Haven is approximately 105 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 1h 40min in peak hour and 1h 15min off-peak.

Does Blue Haven have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Wyee (6.5 km away, approximately 80 min walk) on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line. Bus services include 27, running to Lake Haven Shopping Centre in approximately 10 min.

What is the population of Blue Haven? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blue Haven has a population of 6,563 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Blue Haven a good place to live? +

Blue Haven is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is popular with young families and retirees seeking affordable housing on the Central Coast.

What is the postcode for Blue Haven? +

The postcode for Blue Haven is 2262. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Blue Haven? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Blue Haven is about $714 per week (around $37,100 per year). The median household income is $1,608 per week and the median family income is $1,743 per week.

What is the median house price in Blue Haven? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $807,500, up 9.7% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $490,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Blue Haven? +

The median age in Blue Haven is 33. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,034 residents, around 16%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Blue Haven a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blue Haven is part of the Central Coast LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Blue Haven? +

In Blue Haven, the median weekly rent is $420, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,794 (2021 Census).