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Sapphire Beach

NSW 2450 • Rest of NSW

2,660
Population (2021)
$49,660
Median Income
7.83 km²
Area
23m
Elevation

About Sapphire Beach

Sapphire Beach is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Coffs Harbour (City) area. With a population of 2,660 and a median income of $49,660, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 7.83 km² at an elevation of 23m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Sapphire Beach provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Sapphire Beach falls under postcode 2450 and is governed by Coffs Harbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coffs Harbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2450
Urban Area
Coffs Harbour
LGA
Coffs Harbour
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Coffs Harbour
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.23°, 153.15°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
7.83 km²
Elevation
23m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$475
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,174
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,084
Census 2021
2,660
▲ 27.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,492
Income 2021
$49,660
▲ 32.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,098
Born Overseas 467

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 113
  • 2. New Zealand 44
  • 3. South Africa 41
  • 4. India 36
  • 5. United States 20
  • 6. Canada 12
  • 7. Ireland 12
  • 8. Scotland 12
  • 9. China 11
  • 10. Germany 11
  • 11. Malaysia 11
  • 12. Netherlands 11
  • 13. Philippines 9
  • 14. Japan 7
  • 15. Poland 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,187
Australian 963
Irish 407
Scottish 330
German 138
Italian 81
Australian Aboriginal 78
Dutch 51
Indian 43
Chinese 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,646
Both parents born in Australia
555
Both parents born overseas
345
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.9%
No Religion
41.8%
Sikhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
154 (5.8%)
5-14 years
365 (13.7%)
15-19 years
127 (4.8%)
20-24 years
66 (2.5%)
25-34 years
217 (8.2%)
35-44 years
351 (13.2%)
45-54 years
367 (13.8%)
55-64 years
427 (16.1%)
65-74 years
389 (14.6%)
75-84 years
165 (6.2%)
85+ years
38 (1.4%)

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