East Gosford vs Gosford
The verdict
Gosford is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.03M versus $1.20M in East Gosford. Gosford rates higher for transport (92 vs 76). East Gosford is closer to the coast (8.3 km vs 9.6 km). On the separate residential safety score, East Gosford rates higher (45 vs 6/100 in Gosford).
Scores
| East Gosford | Gosford | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 77 | 85 |
| Transport | 76 | 92 |
| Education | 59 | 65 |
| Liveability | 92 | 94 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Gosford | Gosford | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,391 | 4,873 |
| Median age | 44 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,330 | $1,421 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.4% | 44.6% |
| Born in Australia | 72.3% | 58.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 1.9 |
Growth: East Gosford High Growth · Gosford High Growth
Property
| East Gosford | Gosford | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.20M | $1.03M |
| Median unit price | $787K | $583K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $700 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 32 | 56 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Gosford | Gosford | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 45 | 6 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 296 | 657 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 433 | 431 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 410 | 1,211 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,397 | 79,130 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Gosford | Gosford | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 6 |
| Government | 1 | 4 |
| Independent | 2 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,063 | 1,048 |
See the full school list on each profile: East Gosford · Gosford
Transport
| East Gosford | Gosford | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 76 | 92 |
| Train stations | 0 | 2 |
| Bus stops | 33 | 56 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 164 | 111 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 170 m |
Liveability
| East Gosford | Gosford | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 7 | 20 |
| Parks | 6 | 10 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 33 | 11 |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 11 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 8.3 km | 9.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 50.6 km | 51.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.3 km | 9.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.1 km | 290 m |
Population & growth
| East Gosford | Gosford | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,391 | 4,873 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,786 | 5,312 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,884 | 7,640 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.18% | 2.18% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Gosford or Gosford?
East Gosford has the higher residential safety score (East Gosford 45/100 vs Gosford 6/100).
Which is more affordable, East Gosford or Gosford?
Gosford is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.03M versus $1.20M.
Which has better schools, East Gosford or Gosford?
East Gosford has a higher average school ICSEA (East Gosford 1063 vs Gosford 1048; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, East Gosford or Gosford?
Gosford has the higher transport score (East Gosford 76/100 vs Gosford 92/100).
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