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Elizabeth Beach

NSW 2428 • New South Wales

259
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.62 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalFamily-FriendlyLifestyleBeachNational Park

About Elizabeth Beach

Elizabeth Beach is a small coastal suburb in the Great Lakes area of New South Wales' Mid North Coast, situated within the stunning Booti Booti National Park at Pacific Palms. The suburb is approximately 20 kilometres south of Forster and around 240 kilometres north of Sydney, accessible via The Lakes Way scenic route. With a population of just 259 in the 2021 census and covering only 1.6 square kilometres, Elizabeth Beach is an intimate community with an owner-occupancy rate of nearly 83 per cent. The predominant age group is 50–59 years, reflecting its popularity as a lifestyle and semi-retirement destination.

Elizabeth Beach is prized for its north-facing, sheltered beach that offers calm conditions ideal for families and swimmers, and is patrolled by surf lifesavers during summer. The suburb sits alongside Boomerang Beach and Blueys Beach as part of the beloved Pacific Palms coastal precinct. Residents enjoy direct access to Booti Booti National Park for bush walking and wildlife watching, as well as the magnificent Wallis Lake and Seven Mile Beach nearby. Forster and Tuncurry provide the nearest full range of services — shopping, hospitals, schools and dining — just a short drive north.

Elizabeth Beach falls under postcode 2428 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Myall Lakes electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2428
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Myall Lakes
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.20°, 152.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.62 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.45M
5 sales · ▲ 26.1% 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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Manning Valley Buslines — Forster / Pacific Palms Approx 30 min to Forster

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
240 km
By Train
Drive to Taree station (~55 km); NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central ~4 hrs 30 min
By Bus
NSW TrainLink coach via Taree or Forster; ~4 hrs
By Car (Peak)
Approx 3 hrs via Pacific Motorway (M1) and Pacific Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 2 hrs 45 min

🛣️ Elizabeth Beach is a coastal lifestyle suburb; most residents are retirees or work locally in the tourism and services sector.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Elizabeth Beach has no commercial centre; a car is essential, though the beach and national park are walkable from residential areas.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
259
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elizabeth Beach known for? +

Elizabeth Beach is prized for its north-facing, sheltered beach that offers calm conditions ideal for families and swimmers, and is patrolled by surf lifesavers during summer.

How far is Elizabeth Beach from Sydney CBD? +

Elizabeth Beach is approximately 240 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx 3 hrs via Pacific Motorway (M1) and Pacific Highway in peak hour and Approx 2 hrs 45 min off-peak.

Does Elizabeth Beach have public transport? +

Bus services include Manning Valley Buslines, running to Forster / Pacific Palms in approximately Approx 30 min to Forster.

What is the population of Elizabeth Beach? +

According to the 2021 Census, Elizabeth Beach has a population of 259 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Elizabeth Beach a good place to live? +

Elizabeth Beach is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb sits alongside Boomerang Beach and Blueys Beach as part of the beloved Pacific Palms coastal precinct.

What is the postcode for Elizabeth Beach? +

The postcode for Elizabeth Beach is 2428. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Elizabeth Beach? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,450,000, up 26.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.