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Tumbi Umbi

NSW 2261 • Greater Sydney

5,369
Population (2021)
$86,164
Median Household Income
13.11 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
BushlandSemi-RuralQuietRetiree-HavenFamily-Friendly

About Tumbi Umbi

Tumbi Umbi is a bushland-fringe suburb on the New South Wales Central Coast, falling within the Central Coast City Council area approximately 80 kilometres north of Sydney. Spread across 13 square kilometres at an elevation of around 160 metres, the suburb has a population of about 5,400 and a notably older age profile, with a median age of 45. Households have a median income of around ,660 per week, broadly in line with the broader Central Coast region.

The suburb has a quiet, semi-rural character with many properties backing onto bushland reserves, and it attracts retirees and established families seeking space and tranquillity away from the coast's busier centres. Tumbi Umbi sits close to Tuggerah and Berkeley Vale, providing access to the Westfield Tuggerah shopping centre and Tuggerah railway station for the commute to Sydney. The community has a strong Anglo-Australian heritage, with a notably high proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents compared to the regional average.

Tumbi Umbi falls under postcode 2261 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the The Entrance electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2261
Urban Area
Wyong - South-West
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Dobell
State Electorate
The Entrance
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.38°, 151.43°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
13.11 km²
Elevation
161m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.16M
66 sales · ▲ 21.5% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$630K
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)
$2,146
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
45 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4%

45 state housing + 32 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Route 26 — Tuggerah Station / Westfield Tuggerah 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
No direct train; bus to Tuggerah then Central Coast Line to Sydney Central (approx 80-95 min total)
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Quiet residential suburb on the Central Coast; Pacific Motorway (M1) nearby via Tuggerah

Walkability Car-Dependent

Almost entirely car-dependent with minimal walkable amenities; car required for most errands

🛒 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 Tumbi Umbi. 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
5,108
Census 2021
5,369
▲ 5.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,344
Personal Income 2021
$38,428
▲ 18.8% 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
$38,428 / yr
$739/wk
Household
$86,164 / yr
$1657/wk
Family
$104,416 / yr
$2008/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,428
Born Overseas 722

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 266
  • 2. New Zealand 71
  • 3. South Africa 34
  • 4. Scotland 25
  • 5. Ireland 23
  • 6. United States 19
  • 7. China 17
  • 8. Netherlands 17
  • 9. Germany 16
  • 10. Italy 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,361
Australian 2,225
Irish 695
Scottish 598
Australian Aboriginal 255
Italian 195
German 172
Maltese 85
Dutch 75
New Zealander 47

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,459
Both parents born in Australia
933
Both parents born overseas
764
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.9%
No Religion
35.8%
Islam
0.4%
Buddhism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
252 (4.7%)
5-14 years
718 (13.4%)
15-19 years
351 (6.5%)
20-24 years
299 (5.6%)
25-34 years
494 (9.2%)
35-44 years
554 (10.3%)
45-54 years
721 (13.4%)
55-64 years
625 (11.6%)
65-74 years
664 (12.4%)
75-84 years
497 (9.3%)
85+ years
200 (3.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tumbi Umbi known for? +

Tumbi Umbi is known for its quiet, semi-rural character with many properties backing onto bushland reserves. The suburb attracts retirees and established families seeking space and natural surroundings on the Central Coast.

How far is Tumbi Umbi from Sydney? +

Tumbi Umbi is approximately 80 kilometres north of Sydney, with a drive time of around 60-75 minutes. The nearest train station is at Gosford or Woy Woy on the Central Coast Line.

Does Tumbi Umbi have public transport? +

Tumbi Umbi has local bus services connecting to Gosford, which has a train station with frequent services to Sydney Central. A car is recommended for everyday convenience as the suburb is car-dependent for most errands.

What is the population of Tumbi Umbi? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tumbi Umbi has a population of approximately 5,369 residents within the Central Coast City Council area.

Is Tumbi Umbi a good place to live? +

Tumbi Umbi suits families and retirees who value a peaceful, bushland setting on the Central Coast. Proximity to Gosford and good bus connections to the train line make it a viable commuter community for those working in Sydney.

What is the postcode for Tumbi Umbi? +

The postcode for Tumbi Umbi is 2261.

What is the average income in Tumbi Umbi? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Tumbi Umbi is about $739 per week (around $38,400 per year). The median household income is $1,657 per week and the median family income is $2,008 per week.

What is the median house price in Tumbi Umbi? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,157,500, up 21.5% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $630,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Tumbi Umbi? +

The median age in Tumbi Umbi is 45. The largest age group is 45–54 (721 residents, around 13%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 25% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Tumbi Umbi a safe area? +

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

In Tumbi Umbi, the median weekly rent is $410, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,146 (2021 Census).