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Niagara Park

NSW 2250 • Greater Sydney

2,779
Population (2021)
$92,560
Median Household Income
4.78 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlySuburbanAffordableBushlandCentral Coast

About Niagara Park

Niagara Park is a residential suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 75 km north of Sydney. With a population of around 2,800 and a median age of 37, it attracts young families and established households. The suburb sits at an elevation of 120 metres and covers about 4.8 square kilometres of leafy, undulating terrain within the Central Coast City Council area.

The suburb is centred around the Niagara Park shopping village and is close to the larger Erina Fair shopping centre. Residents enjoy a relaxed, family-oriented lifestyle with access to bushwalking trails, sports fields, and nearby Central Coast beaches. The area is popular with families seeking affordable housing within commuting distance of both Sydney and Gosford.

Niagara Park falls under postcode 2250 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the The Entrance electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2250
Urban Area
Gosford - West
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Robertson
State Electorate
The Entrance
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.38°, 151.35°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.78 km²
Elevation
120m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$873K
38 sales · ▲ 1.5% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$730K
7 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,943
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.6%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gosford
5.5 km
65 min
Lisarow
4 km
48 min
Narara
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • 26, 27 — Gosford / Erina Fair 10-15 min
  • 28 — Terrigal via Erina 25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
90 min
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
70 min

🛣️ Gosford station is the nearest intercity rail connection to Sydney

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though local shops and schools are accessible on foot for nearby residents.

🛒 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 Niagara Park. 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
2,743
Census 2021
2,779
▲ 1.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,384
Personal Income 2021
$40,820
▲ 22.3% 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
$40,820 / yr
$785/wk
Household
$92,560 / yr
$1780/wk
Family
$112,008 / yr
$2154/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,249
Born Overseas 427

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 132
  • 2. New Zealand 40
  • 3. South Africa 26
  • 4. Philippines 22
  • 5. Scotland 14
  • 6. United States 14
  • 7. China 13
  • 8. India 12
  • 9. Japan 12
  • 10. Ireland 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,297
Australian 1,119
Irish 358
Scottish 310
Australian Aboriginal 140
German 95
Italian 68
Filipino 44
Dutch 36
Chinese 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,686
Both parents born in Australia
559
Both parents born overseas
437
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.0%
Christianity
42.9%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.5%
Judaism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
161 (5.8%)
5-14 years
404 (14.5%)
15-19 years
209 (7.5%)
20-24 years
152 (5.5%)
25-34 years
366 (13.2%)
35-44 years
378 (13.6%)
45-54 years
378 (13.6%)
55-64 years
335 (12.1%)
65-74 years
262 (9.4%)
75-84 years
108 (3.9%)
85+ years
31 (1.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Niagara Park known for? +

Niagara Park is a residential suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 75 km north of Sydney. With a population of around 2,800 and a median age of 37, it attracts young families and established households.

How far is Niagara Park from Sydney CBD? +

Niagara Park is approximately 75 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 90-120 min during peak hour and 70 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 90 min.

Does Niagara Park have public transport? +

Niagara Park is served by Gosford station (5.5 km, approximately 65 min walk) on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line. Local bus services including 26, 27 also connect residents to Gosford / Erina Fair.

What is the population of Niagara Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Niagara Park has a population of approximately 2,779 residents.

Is Niagara Park a good place to live? +

Niagara Park is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Niagara Park? +

The postcode for Niagara Park in NSW is 2250.

What is the average income in Niagara Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Niagara Park is about $785 per week (around $40,800 per year). The median household income is $1,780 per week and the median family income is $2,154 per week.

What is the median house price in Niagara Park? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $872,500, up 1.5% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $730,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Niagara Park? +

The median age in Niagara Park is 37. The largest age group is 5–14 (404 residents, around 15%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Niagara Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Niagara Park 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 Niagara Park? +

In Niagara Park, the median weekly rent is $410, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,943 (2021 Census).