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Woy Woy Bay

NSW 2256 • New South Wales

423
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.71 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRetireesAffordable
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About Woy Woy Bay

Woy Woy Bay is a small, tranquil waterfront locality on the Central Coast of New South Wales, nestled along the western shores of Brisbane Water, approximately 80 km north of Sydney. The 2021 Census recorded a population of around 423 people, making it one of the smaller communities on the Central Coast. Its setting — surrounded by national park on three sides and bordered by the calm waters of Brisbane Water — gives Woy Woy Bay an almost exclusively residential, secluded character. The suburb falls within the Central Coast Council local government area and shares a postcode (2256) with Woy Woy.

Life in Woy Woy Bay is defined by its peaceful waterfront setting and strong sense of community among long-term residents. The calm waters of Brisbane Water are ideal for kayaking, fishing, and boating, and the surrounding bushland offers walking trails and abundant native wildlife. Most daily conveniences are found in nearby Woy Woy and Umina Beach, both a short drive away, while Woy Woy railway station provides rail connections to Sydney and the Central Coast. The suburb attracts retirees and sea-change seekers who value quiet waterside living with reasonable access to urban services.

Woy Woy Bay falls under postcode 2256 and is governed by the Central Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Robertson, while state elections fall under the Gosford electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2256
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Robertson
State Electorate
Gosford
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.48°, 151.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.71 km²
Population Density
55 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.37M
17 sales · ▲ 13% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2256

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2256, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,904
Median 2023–24
$54,020
▲ 20.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,489

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2256; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woy Woy Station
3.5 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Woy Woy / Gosford 10-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
Approx. 75-90 min from Woy Woy Station to Central
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via Pacific Motorway (M1); Woy Woy Station is the nearest rail link on the T1 Central Coast line

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited local amenities within walking distance; most services require driving to Woy Woy or Umina Beach

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
423
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Central Coast Local Government Area, which contains Woy Woy Bay. 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Woy Woy Bay? +

Woy Woy Bay is a small waterfront suburb on the Central Coast of NSW, located on the western shores of Brisbane Water, approximately 80 km north of Sydney CBD.

What is the population of Woy Woy Bay? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 423 people, making Woy Woy Bay one of the smaller communities on the Central Coast.

Is Woy Woy Bay good for families? +

Woy Woy Bay suits families who love outdoor and water activities in a quiet bush and waterfront setting. Schools and childcare are available in nearby Woy Woy and Umina Beach.

How do I get from Woy Woy Bay to Sydney? +

The easiest option is to drive to Woy Woy Station (about 3.5 km) and catch a train on the T1 Central Coast line to Sydney Central, a journey of approximately 75–90 minutes.

What water activities can I do at Woy Woy Bay? +

Brisbane Water offers calm conditions ideal for kayaking, fishing, swimming, and boating. The surrounding Brisbane Water National Park also provides excellent bushwalking opportunities.

What is the median house price in Woy Woy Bay? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,370,000, up 13% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Woy Woy Bay a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woy Woy Bay 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.