Woy Woy
NSW 2256 • Greater Sydney
About Woy Woy
Woy Woy serves as the Central Coast's southern gateway, nestled between Brisbane Water and the surrounding bushland about 80 kilometres north of Sydney. This waterfront suburb of roughly 11,100 residents offers a relaxed village atmosphere with direct train access to Sydney. The peninsula location creates a distinct coastal character.
Retirees and commuters share the suburb, united by appreciation for the waterfront setting and village pace. The main street offers practical shopping with a pleasingly old-fashioned feel. Fishing, boating, and waterfront walks define the lifestyle. Property prices remain accessible compared to Sydney, attracting those willing to trade commute time for coastal living. The community has a friendly, slightly eccentric character.
Woy Woy falls under postcode 2256 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Gosford electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesDeepwater Plaza Shopping Centre Cnr Railway Street & George Street Woy Woy 2256 NSW -
WoolworthsPeninsula Plaza, 63 Blackwall Road Woy Woy 2256 NSW
Schools
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Edward St
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Pretty Beach Rd
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21a Dulkara Road
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Woy Woy Public School ICSEA 970Blackwall & Park Rds
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Woy Woy South Public School ICSEA 996The School Mall
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Woy Woy, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 541
- 2. New Zealand 216
- 3. China 176
- 4. Philippines 121
- 5. India 83
- 6. Scotland 68
- 7. Thailand 51
- 8. United States 44
- 9. Germany 43
- 10. South Africa 41
- 11. Netherlands 37
- 12. Ireland 35
- 13. Fiji 32
- 14. South Korea 26
- 15. Hong Kong 25
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)