East Gosford vs Green Point (Central Coast)
The verdict
East Gosford is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.20M versus $1.30M in Green Point (Central Coast). East Gosford rates higher for transport (76 vs 51). Green Point (Central Coast) is closer to the coast (5.5 km vs 8.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, Green Point (Central Coast) rates higher (91 vs 45/100 in East Gosford).
Scores
| East Gosford | Green Point (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 77 | 60 |
| Transport | 76 | 51 |
| Education | 59 | 58 |
| Liveability | 92 | 71 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Gosford | Green Point (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,391 | 6,810 |
| Median age | 44 | 48 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,330 | $1,510 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.4% | 36.5% |
| Born in Australia | 72.3% | 75.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.5 |
Growth: East Gosford High Growth · Green Point (Central Coast) Moderate Growth
Property
| East Gosford | Green Point (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.20M | $1.30M |
| Median unit price | $826K | $770K |
| House price YoY | -18.0% | 7.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $690 | $850 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.7% | 3.2% |
| Days on market (house) | 45 | 55 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Gosford | Green Point (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 45 | 91 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 296 | 88 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 433 | 73 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 433 | 323 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,828 | 2,261 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Gosford | Green Point (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 0 |
| Independent | 2 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,063 | 1,101 |
See the full school list on each profile: East Gosford · Green Point (Central Coast)
Transport
| East Gosford | Green Point (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 76 | 51 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 33 | 63 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 136 | 133 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 4.6 km |
Liveability
| East Gosford | Green Point (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 7 | 0 |
| Parks | 6 | 10 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 10 |
| Swimming pools | 33 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 8.3 km | 5.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 50.6 km | 49.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.3 km | 5.5 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.1 km | 5.1 km |
Population & growth
| East Gosford | Green Point (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,391 | 6,810 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,786 | 6,736 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,884 | 7,535 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.18% | -0.27% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Gosford or Green Point (Central Coast)?
Green Point (Central Coast) has the higher residential safety score (East Gosford 45/100 vs Green Point (Central Coast) 91/100).
Which is more affordable, East Gosford or Green Point (Central Coast)?
East Gosford is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.20M versus $1.30M.
Which has better schools, East Gosford or Green Point (Central Coast)?
Green Point (Central Coast) has a higher average school ICSEA (East Gosford 1063 vs Green Point (Central Coast) 1101; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, East Gosford or Green Point (Central Coast)?
East Gosford has the higher transport score (East Gosford 76/100 vs Green Point (Central Coast) 51/100).
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