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Summerland Point

NSW 2259 • Greater Sydney

2,708
Population (2021)
$33,592
Median Income
3.06 km²
Area
7m
Elevation
WaterfrontRetirement-FriendlyPeacefulLake MacquarieAffordable

About Summerland Point

Summerland Point is a peaceful waterfront suburb on the northern shore of Lake Macquarie, approximately 100 kilometres north of Sydney in the Central Coast local government area. With around 2,700 residents and a median age over 60, it has become a popular retirement destination. The community is predominantly owner-occupiers (78%) with a mix of permanent residents and holiday homeowners enjoying the tranquil lakeside setting.

Life in Summerland Point revolves around the water, with fishing, boating, and kayaking being favourite pastimes. The suburb offers a relaxed, village-like atmosphere with local shops and cafes catering to residents. Nearby Gwandalan and Chain Valley Bay provide additional amenities, while larger shopping centres are accessible at Lake Haven. The area attracts retirees, downsizers, and families seeking an affordable waterfront lifestyle away from city pressures.

Summerland Point falls under postcode 2259 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Swansea electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2259
Urban Area
Wyong - North-East
LGA
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Shortland
State Electorate
Swansea
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.14°, 151.57°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.06 km²
Elevation
7m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 95, 99 — Lake Haven, Wyong 20-30 mins to Wyong

Commute to Sydney

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct train - bus to Wyong then train (~2.5 hours)
By Bus
Not practical for Sydney commute
By Car (Peak)
90-120 mins via M1
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-90 mins via M1

🛣️ Most residents are retired or work locally. Wyong is nearest major centre (20km).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Quiet residential streets, limited footpaths, local shops within walking distance for some areas.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,730
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
48 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,493
Census 2021
2,708
▲ 8.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,768
Income 2021
$33,592
▲ 21.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,268
Born Overseas 316

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 98
  • 2. New Zealand 28
  • 3. Germany 22
  • 4. Scotland 16
  • 5. Malta 11
  • 6. Ireland 10
  • 7. Italy 10
  • 8. Canada 9
  • 9. Netherlands 9
  • 10. Philippines 9
  • 11. Chile 6
  • 12. Lebanon 5
  • 13. Croatia 4
  • 14. India 4
  • 15. Singapore 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,176
Australian 1,108
Scottish 329
Irish 325
Australian Aboriginal 149
German 103
Italian 67
Maltese 60
Dutch 30
Greek 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,835
Both parents born in Australia
421
Both parents born overseas
311
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.7%
No Religion
37.0%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
121 (4.5%)
5-14 years
312 (11.5%)
15-19 years
162 (6.0%)
20-24 years
136 (5.0%)
25-34 years
258 (9.5%)
35-44 years
257 (9.5%)
45-54 years
378 (14.0%)
55-64 years
403 (14.9%)
65-74 years
395 (14.6%)
75-84 years
222 (8.2%)
85+ years
62 (2.3%)

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