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Forresters Beach

NSW 2260 • Greater Sydney

3,354
Population (2021)
$91,416
Median Household Income
2.77 km²
Area
$470/wk
Median Rent
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About Forresters Beach

Forresters Beach is a peaceful coastal suburb on the New South Wales Central Coast, situated within the Central Coast City Council area approximately 75 kilometres north of Sydney. Set across 2.8 square kilometres at a modest elevation of 47 metres above the beach strip, it recorded a population of 3,354 at the 2021 Census — a significant increase from 2,900 in 2016, reflecting growing demand for coastal living outside Sydney. With a median age of 44 and a high proportion of married residents, Forresters Beach has the character of an established and family-orientated community.

The suburb's main drawcard is its proximity to the beach and the broader Terrigal-Avoca Beach coastal corridor, popular for swimming, surfing, and outdoor recreation. Residents are within a short drive of Terrigal village, which offers cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and essential services. Gosford station, about 12 kilometres away, provides rail connections to Sydney via the T1 Central Coast and Newcastle Line, and the suburb is well-positioned for those seeking a sea-change lifestyle while maintaining reasonable access to the city. Its very low social housing rate and above-average household income signal a predominantly owner-occupier, aspirational demographic.

Forresters Beach falls under postcode 2260 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Terrigal electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2260
Urban Area
Gosford - East
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Dobell
State Electorate
Terrigal
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.41°, 151.47°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.77 km²
Elevation
47m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.47M
62 sales · ▲ 8.5% 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)
$470
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,171
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
44 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.2%

0 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gosford
12 km
N/A (drive/bus)
Wyong
14 km
N/A (drive/bus)

Bus Services

  • Busways Central Coast services — Gosford / Terrigal 15-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
Drive/bus to Gosford then train to Sydney Central (~85-100 min total)
By Car (Peak)
80-110 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
65-80 min

🛣️ Pacific Motorway (M1) provides the main road connection to Sydney

Walkability Car-Dependent

Car is needed for almost all errands; walking is primarily recreational along the beach and coastal paths

🛒 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 Forresters 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
2,900
Census 2021
3,354
▲ 15.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,932
Personal Income 2021
$42,588
▲ 18.5% 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
$42,588 / yr
$819/wk
Household
$91,416 / yr
$1758/wk
Family
$114,712 / yr
$2206/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,734
Born Overseas 482

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 173
  • 2. New Zealand 42
  • 3. South Africa 23
  • 4. Ireland 17
  • 5. Germany 16
  • 6. Scotland 16
  • 7. United States 13
  • 8. Brazil 12
  • 9. China 10
  • 10. Egypt 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,543
Australian 1,336
Irish 531
Scottish 383
German 117
Australian Aboriginal 100
Italian 89
Dutch 67
Chinese 45
Maltese 45

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,102
Both parents born in Australia
611
Both parents born overseas
490
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.2%
No Religion
40.6%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
177 (5.3%)
5-14 years
464 (13.8%)
15-19 years
181 (5.4%)
20-24 years
163 (4.9%)
25-34 years
295 (8.8%)
35-44 years
407 (12.1%)
45-54 years
424 (12.6%)
55-64 years
384 (11.4%)
65-74 years
463 (13.8%)
75-84 years
315 (9.4%)
85+ years
82 (2.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forresters Beach known for? +

The suburb's main drawcard is its proximity to the beach and the broader Terrigal-Avoca Beach coastal corridor, popular for swimming, surfing, and outdoor recreation.

How far is Forresters Beach from Sydney CBD? +

Forresters Beach is approximately 75 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 80-110 min in peak hour and 65-80 min off-peak.

Does Forresters Beach have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Gosford (12 km away, approximately N/A (drive/bus) walk) on the T1 Central Coast & Newcastle Line. Bus services include Busways Central Coast services, running to Gosford / Terrigal in approximately 15-25 min.

What is the population of Forresters Beach? +

According to the 2021 Census, Forresters Beach has a population of 3,354 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Forresters Beach a good place to live? +

Forresters Beach is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents are within a short drive of Terrigal village, which offers cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and essential services.

What is the postcode for Forresters Beach? +

The postcode for Forresters Beach is 2260. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Forresters Beach? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Forresters Beach is about $819 per week (around $42,600 per year). The median household income is $1,758 per week and the median family income is $2,206 per week.

What is the median house price in Forresters Beach? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,467,500, up 8.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Forresters Beach? +

The median age in Forresters Beach is 44. The largest age group is 5–14 (464 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 26% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Forresters Beach a safe area? +

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

In Forresters Beach, the median weekly rent is $470, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,171 (2021 Census).