Long Jetty

NSW 2261 • Greater Sydney

6,736
Population (2021)
$34,580
Median Income
2.54 km²
Area
10m
Elevation

About Long Jetty

Long Jetty is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Central Coast (City) area. With a population of 6,736 and a median income of $34,580, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.54 km² at an elevation of 10m, 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. Long Jetty delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Long Jetty 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
Wyong - South-West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.36°, 151.49°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.54 km²
Elevation
10m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,390
Census 2021
6,736
5.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,288
Income 2021
$34,580
22.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,425
Born Overseas 871

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 198
  • 2. New Zealand 102
  • 3. India 42
  • 4. Scotland 34
  • 5. Philippines 33
  • 6. Indonesia 28
  • 7. Malta 26
  • 8. South Africa 23
  • 9. Italy 22
  • 10. China 18
  • 11. Ireland 18
  • 12. Lebanon 18
  • 13. United States 15
  • 14. Germany 14
  • 15. Thailand 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,709
English 2,695
Irish 888
Scottish 704
Australian Aboriginal 372
Italian 210
German 174
Maltese 103
Dutch 93
Maori 66

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,305
Both parents born in Australia
1,143
Both parents born overseas
854
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.8%
No Religion
36.3%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
399 (5.9%)
5-14 years
675 (10.0%)
15-19 years
315 (4.7%)
20-24 years
385 (5.7%)
25-34 years
766 (11.4%)
35-44 years
821 (12.2%)
45-54 years
874 (13.0%)
55-64 years
881 (13.1%)
65-74 years
889 (13.2%)
75-84 years
511 (7.6%)
85+ years
209 (3.1%)

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