Chittaway Bay

NSW 2261 • Greater Sydney

1,987
Population (2021)
$39,364
Median Income
1.12 km²
Area
3m
Elevation

About Chittaway Bay

Chittaway Bay is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Central Coast (City) area. With a population of 1,987 and a median income of $39,364, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.12 km² at an elevation of 3m, 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. Chittaway Bay delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Chittaway Bay falls under postcode 2261 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2261
Urban Area
Wyong - South-West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.33°, 151.45°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.12 km²
Elevation
3m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,905
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,028
Census 2021
1,987
2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,668
Income 2021
$39,364
24.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,668
Born Overseas 245

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 81
  • 2. New Zealand 30
  • 3. India 12
  • 4. Scotland 12
  • 5. Thailand 11
  • 6. Chile 9
  • 7. Philippines 9
  • 8. China 8
  • 9. Hong Kong 5
  • 10. Nepal 5
  • 11. Samoa 5
  • 12. Wales 5
  • 13. Brazil 4
  • 14. Japan 4
  • 15. Malta 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 887
Australian 875
Irish 236
Scottish 205
Australian Aboriginal 87
German 61
Italian 58
Dutch 33
Maltese 24
New Zealander 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,336
Both parents born in Australia
352
Both parents born overseas
229
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.0%
No Religion
39.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
123 (6.2%)
5-14 years
246 (12.4%)
15-19 years
110 (5.5%)
20-24 years
114 (5.7%)
25-34 years
240 (12.1%)
35-44 years
234 (11.8%)
45-54 years
268 (13.5%)
55-64 years
293 (14.7%)
65-74 years
238 (12.0%)
75-84 years
95 (4.8%)
85+ years
30 (1.5%)

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