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Booker Bay

NSW 2257 • Greater Sydney

1,442
Population (2021)
$63,336
Median Household Income
0.49 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
CoastalWaterfrontFamily-FriendlyLifestyle

About Booker Bay

Booker Bay is a residential suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, nestled on the shores of Brisbane Water about 4 kilometres south-east of Woy Woy and 16 kilometres south of Gosford. The suburb covers just 0.5 square kilometres at an elevation of 3 metres and is bordered by the calm waterways of Brisbane Water, giving it a distinctly waterfront character. The 2016 Census recorded a population of 1,326 residents, and the suburb sits within the Central Coast Council local government area approximately 82 kilometres north of Sydney.

Booker Bay is a sought-after waterfront enclave prized for its quiet residential ambience and immediate access to the water — residents enjoy boating, kayaking, and fishing directly from their backyards or the local foreshore. The broader Woy Woy peninsula area, including Ettalong Beach and Umina Beach, provides shopping, dining, and beach access nearby. Woy Woy station (on the Central Coast/Main North Line) is just 4 kilometres away, making Booker Bay surprisingly well connected for a suburban waterfront locale and popular with both Sydney commuters seeking a coastal lifestyle and retirees drawn by the peaceful waterway setting.

Booker Bay falls under postcode 2257 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gosford electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2257
Urban Area
Gosford - West
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Robertson
State Electorate
Gosford
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.51°, 151.35°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.49 km²
Elevation
3m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.43M
24 sales · ▼ 5.6% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.07M
34 sales · ▲ 25.5% vs 2024

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)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
54 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2%

8 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woy Woy
4 km
Drive or 50 min walk
Gosford
16 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • Busways routes 67, 68 — Woy Woy station & Ettalong Beach Approx 10–15 min to Woy Woy
  • Busways local services — Umina Beach, Gosford Approx 20–30 min to Gosford

Commute to Sydney

Distance
82 km
By Train
Bus/drive to Woy Woy station (~4 km), then Sydney Trains T1 direct to Sydney Central ~75 min
By Bus
Busways to Woy Woy, then train — total ~90 min to Sydney CBD
By Car (Peak)
Approx 1 hr 30 min via Woy Woy Rd & M1 Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Woy Woy station (4 km) is the primary rail access; Gosford is the regional hub; ferry services also operate on Brisbane Water

Walkability Somewhat walkable

A compact waterfront suburb where local foreshore walks are excellent; basic services require a short drive to Woy Woy or Ettalong Beach, but the train station is reachable by bus.

🛒 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 Booker Bay. 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
1,326
Census 2021
1,442
▲ 8.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$28,860
Personal Income 2021
$34,268
▲ 18.7% 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
$34,268 / yr
$659/wk
Household
$63,336 / yr
$1218/wk
Family
$94,120 / yr
$1810/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,092
Born Overseas 232

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 76
  • 2. New Zealand 35
  • 3. South Africa 12
  • 4. United States 11
  • 5. Malta 9
  • 6. Netherlands 7
  • 7. Scotland 7
  • 8. China 5
  • 9. Germany 5
  • 10. Ireland 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 656
Australian 536
Irish 206
Scottish 159
Australian Aboriginal 64
Italian 55
German 39
New Zealander 30
Dutch 23
Spanish 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

911
Both parents born in Australia
285
Both parents born overseas
154
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.4%
No Religion
37.4%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
80 (5.5%)
5-14 years
124 (8.6%)
15-19 years
46 (3.2%)
20-24 years
36 (2.5%)
25-34 years
106 (7.4%)
35-44 years
194 (13.5%)
45-54 years
142 (9.8%)
55-64 years
196 (13.6%)
65-74 years
265 (18.4%)
75-84 years
216 (15.0%)
85+ years
45 (3.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Booker Bay known for? +

Booker Bay is a small urban locality in NSW, situated within the Central Coast area. It is home to a close-knit community of approximately 1442 residents and is valued for its quiet residential character.

How far is Booker Bay from Sydney CBD? +

Booker Bay is approximately 42 kilometres from Sydney CBD, typically a Approx 1 hr 10 min drive under normal traffic conditions. Peak hour travel can take longer due to traffic.

Does Booker Bay have public transport? +

Booker Bay is served by local bus services connecting residents to the broader metropolitan network. The nearest train station provides connections to Sydney CBD.

What is the population of Booker Bay? +

According to the 2021 Census, Booker Bay has a population of approximately 1,442 residents. The suburb has seen steady residential development and offers a range of local services.

Is Booker Bay a good place to live? +

Booker Bay suits those who prefer a modest, community-oriented neighbourhood with reasonable access to local services. Its small population means a peaceful setting, though residents typically need to travel to larger towns for comprehensive shopping, medical, and education services.

What is the postcode for Booker Bay? +

The postcode for Booker Bay, NSW is 2257.

What is the average income in Booker Bay? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Booker Bay is about $659 per week (around $34,300 per year). The median household income is $1,218 per week and the median family income is $1,810 per week.

What is the median house price in Booker Bay? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,430,000, down 5.6% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,069,000, up 25.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Booker Bay? +

The median age in Booker Bay is 54. The largest age group is 65–74 (265 residents, around 18%). Around 17% of residents are under 20 and about 36% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Booker Bay a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Booker Bay 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 Booker Bay? +

In Booker Bay, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).