Glenning Valley

NSW 2261 • Greater Sydney

2,023
Population (2021)
$46,124
Median Income
5.66 km²
Area
39m
Elevation
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyBush SettingAffordableCentral Coast

About Glenning Valley

Glenning Valley is a residential suburb on the NSW Central Coast, positioned 7 kilometres south of Wyong and 10 kilometres west of The Entrance in the Central Coast Council area. With around 2,000 residents, this semi-rural community occupies a valley setting surrounded by bushland, offering a quieter alternative to the more developed coastal suburbs. The suburb provides a balance between natural surroundings and access to the Central Coast's amenities.

Life in Glenning Valley appeals to families seeking space and a bush setting while remaining connected to the broader Central Coast region. The suburb offers larger residential blocks compared to nearby areas, with easy access to Tuggerah Westfield for major shopping and The Entrance for beach activities. The community atmosphere is family-oriented with local parks and the natural bushland providing outdoor recreation opportunities. It attracts families and those seeking affordable entry to the Central Coast property market.

Glenning Valley falls under postcode 2261 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the The Entrance electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2261
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.35°, 151.42°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
5.66 km²
Elevation
39m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tuggerah
3.5 km
45 min
Wyong
7 km
N/A - drive

Bus Services

  • 21, 22, 26 — Tuggerah / The Entrance / Wyong 15-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
75-90 min from Tuggerah to Central
By Bus
20 min to Tuggerah Station
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-90 min to Sydney

🛣️ M1 Pacific Motorway accessible via Tuggerah interchange; many residents commute to Sydney

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily tasks require a car; semi-rural setting with limited footpaths; bushwalking trails nearby

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$460
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,019
Census 2021
2,023
0.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,116
Income 2021
$46,124
21.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,711
Born Overseas 283

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 89
  • 2. New Zealand 28
  • 3. South Africa 23
  • 4. Philippines 17
  • 5. India 13
  • 6. Scotland 10
  • 7. Italy 8
  • 8. Netherlands 8
  • 9. Germany 7
  • 10. Ireland 7
  • 11. Poland 7
  • 12. United States 6
  • 13. Vietnam 5
  • 14. Japan 4
  • 15. South Korea 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 966
Australian 885
Scottish 239
Irish 237
Australian Aboriginal 82
German 70
Dutch 56
Italian 49
Maltese 28
Filipino 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,364
Both parents born in Australia
354
Both parents born overseas
276
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.0%
No Religion
41.8%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.1%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
126 (6.2%)
5-14 years
269 (13.3%)
15-19 years
124 (6.1%)
20-24 years
91 (4.5%)
25-34 years
249 (12.3%)
35-44 years
277 (13.7%)
45-54 years
304 (15.0%)
55-64 years
296 (14.6%)
65-74 years
194 (9.6%)
75-84 years
71 (3.5%)
85+ years
19 (0.9%)

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