East Gosford vs Erina
The verdict
East Gosford is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.20M versus $1.21M in Erina. East Gosford rates higher for transport (76 vs 34). Erina is closer to the coast (4.6 km vs 8.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Erina rates higher (73 vs 45/100 in East Gosford).
Scores
| East Gosford | Erina | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 77 | 49 |
| Transport | 76 | 34 |
| Education | 59 | 50 |
| Liveability | 92 | 63 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Gosford | Erina | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,391 | 5,205 |
| Median age | 44 | 61 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,330 | $1,010 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.4% | 26.1% |
| Born in Australia | 72.3% | 70.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Growth: East Gosford High Growth · Erina Moderate Growth
Property
| East Gosford | Erina | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.20M | $1.21M |
| Median unit price | $787K | $670K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | -31.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $700 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 3.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 32 | 36 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Gosford | Erina | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 45 | 73 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 296 | 211 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 433 | 134 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 410 | 327 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,397 | 13,007 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Gosford | Erina | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 3 |
| Government | 1 | 2 |
| Independent | 2 | 1 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,063 | 1,042 |
See the full school list on each profile: East Gosford · Erina
Transport
| East Gosford | Erina | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 76 | 34 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 33 | 48 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 164 | 166 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 5.0 km |
Liveability
| East Gosford | Erina | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.0°C | 27.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 7 | 9 |
| Parks | 6 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 33 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 8.3 km | 4.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 50.6 km | 51.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.3 km | 4.7 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.1 km | 5.4 km |
Population & growth
| East Gosford | Erina | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,391 | 5,205 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,786 | 5,149 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,884 | 5,759 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.18% | -0.27% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Gosford or Erina?
Erina has the higher residential safety score (East Gosford 45/100 vs Erina 73/100).
Which is more affordable, East Gosford or Erina?
East Gosford is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.20M versus $1.21M.
Which has better schools, East Gosford or Erina?
East Gosford has a higher average school ICSEA (East Gosford 1063 vs Erina 1042; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, East Gosford or Erina?
East Gosford has the higher transport score (East Gosford 76/100 vs Erina 34/100).
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