West Gosford

NSW 2250 • Greater Sydney

1,602
Population (2021)
$35,308
Median Income
4.78 km²
Area
3m
Elevation

About West Gosford

West Gosford is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Central Coast (City) area. With a population of 1,602 and a median income of $35,308, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 4.78 km² at an elevation of 3m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. West Gosford delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

West Gosford 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
Gosford - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.42°, 151.32°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.78 km²
Elevation
3m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    West Gosford Shopping Centre Cnr Brisbane Water Drive & Corumbene Road West Gosford 2250 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,335
Census 2021
1,602
20.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,668
Income 2021
$35,308
11.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,115
Born Overseas 382

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 77
  • 2. New Zealand 34
  • 3. India 30
  • 4. China 27
  • 5. South Korea 24
  • 6. Philippines 23
  • 7. South Africa 14
  • 8. Poland 12
  • 9. Germany 7
  • 10. Ireland 7
  • 11. Italy 7
  • 12. Japan 7
  • 13. Nepal 7
  • 14. Hong Kong 6
  • 15. Iran 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 654
Australian 534
Irish 156
Scottish 147
Australian Aboriginal 67
Chinese 49
German 49
Italian 49
Indian 29
Filipino 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

824
Both parents born in Australia
486
Both parents born overseas
186
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.0%
No Religion
41.6%
Hinduism
1.9%
Buddhism
1.6%
Sikhism
0.6%
Islam
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
71 (4.4%)
5-14 years
132 (8.2%)
15-19 years
69 (4.3%)
20-24 years
102 (6.4%)
25-34 years
241 (15.0%)
35-44 years
188 (11.7%)
45-54 years
180 (11.2%)
55-64 years
162 (10.1%)
65-74 years
149 (9.3%)
75-84 years
148 (9.2%)
85+ years
171 (10.7%)

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