Somersby

NSW 2250 • Greater Sydney

1,087
Population (2021)
$45,084
Median Income
79.90 km²
Area
248m
Elevation

About Somersby

Somersby is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Central Coast (City) area. With a population of 1,087 and a median income of $45,084, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 79.90 km² at an elevation of 248m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Somersby is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

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

📍 Location

Postcode
2250
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.38°, 151.28°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
79.90 km²
Elevation
248m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Somersby, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Pacific Highway, Somersby • SHR #01667

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,800
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,066
Census 2021
1,087
2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,944
Income 2021
$45,084
29.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 838
Born Overseas 168

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 42
  • 2. New Zealand 14
  • 3. Malta 9
  • 4. Thailand 9
  • 5. China 8
  • 6. South Africa 8
  • 7. India 7
  • 8. France 5
  • 9. Ireland 5
  • 10. Italy 5
  • 11. Netherlands 5
  • 12. Scotland 5
  • 13. Philippines 4
  • 14. Greece 3
  • 15. United States 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 499
English 386
Irish 115
Scottish 85
Italian 51
Maltese 47
Australian Aboriginal 39
Dutch 27
German 19
Chinese 18

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

652
Both parents born in Australia
207
Both parents born overseas
155
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.1%
No Religion
34.8%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
45 (4.1%)
5-14 years
106 (9.8%)
15-19 years
85 (7.8%)
20-24 years
73 (6.7%)
25-34 years
98 (9.0%)
35-44 years
109 (10.0%)
45-54 years
177 (16.3%)
55-64 years
181 (16.7%)
65-74 years
118 (10.9%)
75-84 years
68 (6.3%)
85+ years
21 (1.9%)

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