Chain Valley Bay

NSW 2259 • Greater Sydney

2,773
Population (2021)
$27,560
Median Income
5.60 km²
Area
20m
Elevation

About Chain Valley Bay

Chain Valley Bay is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Central Coast (City) area. With a population of 2,773 and a median income of $27,560, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 5.60 km² at an elevation of 20m, 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. Chain Valley Bay delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Chain Valley Bay falls under postcode 2259 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Swansea electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2259
Urban Area
Wyong - North-East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.16°, 151.57°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
5.60 km²
Elevation
20m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$370
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,647
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
63 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,459
Census 2021
2,773
12.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,596
Income 2021
$27,560
12.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,158
Born Overseas 400

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 160
  • 2. New Zealand 48
  • 3. Scotland 34
  • 4. Netherlands 24
  • 5. Germany 13
  • 6. Ireland 11
  • 7. United States 10
  • 8. Italy 8
  • 9. Philippines 8
  • 10. South Africa 8
  • 11. Malta 7
  • 12. Wales 7
  • 13. Fiji 6
  • 14. Afghanistan 4
  • 15. Canada 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,264
Australian 1,059
Irish 351
Scottish 319
Australian Aboriginal 143
German 100
Italian 64
Dutch 51
Maltese 42
New Zealander 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,797
Both parents born in Australia
467
Both parents born overseas
272
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
61.8%
No Religion
29.2%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
94 (3.4%)
5-14 years
203 (7.3%)
15-19 years
111 (4.0%)
20-24 years
89 (3.2%)
25-34 years
179 (6.5%)
35-44 years
202 (7.3%)
45-54 years
216 (7.8%)
55-64 years
367 (13.2%)
65-74 years
615 (22.2%)
75-84 years
548 (19.8%)
85+ years
140 (5.0%)

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