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Ettalong Beach

NSW 2257 • Greater Sydney

5,161
Population (2021)
$56,004
Median Household Income
1.78 km²
Area
$390/wk
Median Rent
CoastalRetirement-FriendlyScenicLifestyleAffordable

About Ettalong Beach

Ettalong Beach is a coastal suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, located about 86 kilometres north of Sydney on the southern shore of Brisbane Water where it meets Broken Bay. With a population of 5,161, the suburb has an older demographic profile with a median age of 54. Median household income is $1,077 per week, reflecting the suburb's mix of retirees and working families.

Ettalong Beach offers a laid-back seaside lifestyle with a popular beach, waterfront dining, weekend markets, and the Palm Beach ferry providing scenic access to Sydney's Northern Beaches. The suburb has a vibrant café and restaurant scene along The Esplanade and Memorial Avenue. It attracts retirees, sea-changers, and weekenders from Sydney. Nearby Woy Woy and Umina Beach provide additional shopping and services.

Ettalong Beach 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
-33.52°, 151.33°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.78 km²
Elevation
6m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.3M
97 sales · ▲ 17.1% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.07M
135 sales · ▲ 16.3% 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)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
54 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.6%

9 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woy Woy
2.5 km
30min
Gosford
16 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 53 — Woy Woy Station ~10min
  • Palm Beach Ferry — Palm Beach (Sydney) ~25min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
86 km
By Train
~1h 40min (bus to Woy Woy + train to Central)
By Bus
N/A
By Car (Peak)
~1h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1h 15min

🛣️ Ferry to Palm Beach is a scenic alternative. Woy Woy station is the main rail connection for the peninsula.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Compact suburb with shops, cafés and beach all within walking distance of most homes. Hilly terrain in some areas.

🛒 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 Ettalong Beach. 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
4,793
Census 2021
5,161
▲ 7.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,792
Personal Income 2021
$33,072
▲ 28.2% 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
$33,072 / yr
$636/wk
Household
$56,004 / yr
$1077/wk
Family
$79,092 / yr
$1521/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,805
Born Overseas 977

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 261
  • 2. New Zealand 115
  • 3. Thailand 31
  • 4. South Africa 30
  • 5. India 29
  • 6. Scotland 29
  • 7. United States 28
  • 8. Philippines 27
  • 9. Germany 25
  • 10. Italy 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,128
Australian 1,885
Irish 654
Scottish 567
Australian Aboriginal 235
German 190
Italian 141
Maltese 72
Chinese 64
New Zealander 59

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,963
Both parents born in Australia
1,200
Both parents born overseas
654
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.2%
No Religion
38.2%
Buddhism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
255 (4.9%)
5-14 years
411 (8.0%)
15-19 years
161 (3.1%)
20-24 years
243 (4.7%)
25-34 years
481 (9.3%)
35-44 years
515 (10.0%)
45-54 years
570 (11.0%)
55-64 years
772 (15.0%)
65-74 years
932 (18.1%)
75-84 years
599 (11.6%)
85+ years
225 (4.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ettalong Beach known for? +

Ettalong Beach offers a laid-back seaside lifestyle with a popular beach, waterfront dining, weekend markets, and the Palm Beach ferry providing scenic access to Sydney's Northern Beaches.

How far is Ettalong Beach from Sydney CBD? +

Ettalong Beach is approximately 86 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~1h 45min in peak hour and ~1h 15min off-peak.

Does Ettalong Beach have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Woy Woy (2.5 km away, approximately 30min walk) on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line. Bus services include 53, running to Woy Woy Station in approximately ~10min.

What is the population of Ettalong Beach? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ettalong Beach has a population of 5,161 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Ettalong Beach a good place to live? +

Ettalong Beach is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb has a vibrant café and restaurant scene along The Esplanade and Memorial Avenue.

What is the postcode for Ettalong Beach? +

The postcode for Ettalong Beach is 2257. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Ettalong Beach? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Ettalong Beach is about $636 per week (around $33,100 per year). The median household income is $1,077 per week and the median family income is $1,521 per week.

What is the median house price in Ettalong Beach? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,300,000, up 17.1% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,070,000, up 16.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Ettalong Beach? +

The median age in Ettalong Beach is 54. The largest age group is 65–74 (932 residents, around 18%). Around 16% of residents are under 20 and about 34% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Ettalong Beach a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ettalong Beach 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 Ettalong Beach? +

In Ettalong Beach, the median weekly rent is $390, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).