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Saratoga

NSW 2251 • Greater Sydney

3,982
Population (2021)
$103,428
Median Household Income
2.37 km²
Area
$485/wk
Median Rent
WaterfrontQuietScenicRetiree-FriendlyPeninsula

About Saratoga

Saratoga is a peaceful residential suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, situated on a scenic peninsula jutting into Brisbane Water. Located approximately 85 km north of Sydney and 11 km south of Gosford, it has a population of around 3,900. The suburb is characterised by its waterfront setting, with houses extending up coastal slopes from the largely settled shoreline.

Saratoga offers a tranquil waterside lifestyle popular with retirees and families seeking a quiet community atmosphere. The suburb features local parks, bushwalking trails through the surrounding hills, and direct water access for boating and fishing on Brisbane Water. A small village centre provides essential amenities, while larger shopping and services are available in nearby Gosford and Woy Woy.

Saratoga falls under postcode 2251 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Terrigal electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2251
Urban Area
Gosford - East
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Robertson
State Electorate
Terrigal
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.48°, 151.35°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.37 km²
Elevation
7m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.38M
83 sales · ▲ 25.2% 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)
$485
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woy Woy
4.5 km
55 min
Gosford
11 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 55 — Gosford / Woy Woy 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
85 km
By Train
1h 40min (via Woy Woy)
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
1h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10min

🛣️ Woy Woy Station is the nearest rail link to Sydney

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car due to the peninsula geography

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Saratoga, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Foreshore land and structures
9 Pixie Avenue Green Point • SHR #01306
Rosemount
36 Village Road East Saratoga • SHR #00286
Mulholland's Farm
9 Pixie Avenue Green Point • SHR #00289

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Central Coast Local Government Area, which contains Saratoga. 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
3,938
Census 2021
3,982
▲ 1.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$36,244
Personal Income 2021
$45,188
▲ 24.7% 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
$45,188 / yr
$869/wk
Household
$103,428 / yr
$1989/wk
Family
$119,808 / yr
$2304/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,267
Born Overseas 580

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 221
  • 2. New Zealand 83
  • 3. South Africa 28
  • 4. Scotland 21
  • 5. Italy 14
  • 6. China 12
  • 7. Ireland 11
  • 8. Netherlands 11
  • 9. Philippines 11
  • 10. Malta 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,843
Australian 1,665
Irish 541
Scottish 493
German 132
Italian 127
Australian Aboriginal 109
Dutch 77
New Zealander 57
Chinese 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,494
Both parents born in Australia
728
Both parents born overseas
601
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.7%
No Religion
42.1%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
198 (5.0%)
5-14 years
537 (13.5%)
15-19 years
244 (6.1%)
20-24 years
220 (5.5%)
25-34 years
402 (10.1%)
35-44 years
461 (11.6%)
45-54 years
567 (14.2%)
55-64 years
562 (14.1%)
65-74 years
461 (11.6%)
75-84 years
258 (6.5%)
85+ years
71 (1.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Saratoga known for? +

Saratoga is a peaceful residential suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, situated on a scenic peninsula jutting into Brisbane Water. Located approximately 85 km north of Sydney and 11 km south of Gosford, it has a population of around 3,900.

How far is Saratoga from Sydney? +

Saratoga is approximately 85 kilometres from Sydney. The drive takes around 1h 30min during peak hour and 1h 10min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 1h 40min (via Woy Woy).

Does Saratoga have public transport? +

Saratoga is served by Woy Woy station (4.5 km, approximately 55 min walk) on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line. Local bus services including 55 also connect residents to Gosford / Woy Woy.

What is the population of Saratoga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Saratoga has a population of approximately 3,982 residents.

Is Saratoga a good place to live? +

Saratoga offers a suburban lifestyle in NSW. The area suits those looking for a quieter setting away from major urban centres.

What is the postcode for Saratoga? +

The postcode for Saratoga in NSW is 2251.

What is the average income in Saratoga? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Saratoga is about $869 per week (around $45,200 per year). The median household income is $1,989 per week and the median family income is $2,304 per week.

What is the median house price in Saratoga? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,377,500, up 25.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Saratoga? +

The median age in Saratoga is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (567 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Saratoga a safe area? +

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

In Saratoga, the median weekly rent is $485, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).