East Gosford vs Springfield (Central Coast)
The verdict
Springfield (Central Coast) is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.00M versus $1.20M in East Gosford. East Gosford rates higher for transport (76 vs 57). Springfield (Central Coast) is closer to the coast (6.7 km vs 8.3 km). On the separate residential safety score, East Gosford rates higher (45 vs 35/100 in Springfield (Central Coast)).
Scores
| East Gosford | Springfield (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 77 | 67 |
| Transport | 76 | 57 |
| Education | 59 | 58 |
| Liveability | 92 | 86 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Gosford | Springfield (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,391 | 4,310 |
| Median age | 44 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,330 | $2,008 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 37.4% | 35.6% |
| Born in Australia | 72.3% | 81.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.8 |
Growth: East Gosford High Growth · Springfield (Central Coast) High Growth
Property
| East Gosford | Springfield (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.20M | $1.00M |
| Median unit price | $826K | $850K |
| House price YoY | -18.0% | 13.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $690 | $690 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.7% | 3.0% |
| Days on market (house) | 45 | 46 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Gosford | Springfield (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 45 | 35 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 296 | 441 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 433 | 232 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 433 | 603 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,828 | 4,107 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Gosford | Springfield (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 5 | 1 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,063 | 935 |
See the full school list on each profile: East Gosford · Springfield (Central Coast)
Transport
| East Gosford | Springfield (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 76 | 57 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 33 | 31 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 136 | 139 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.7 km | 2.9 km |
Liveability
| East Gosford | Springfield (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 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 7 | 0 |
| Parks | 6 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 1 |
| Swimming pools | 33 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 2 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 8.3 km | 6.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 50.6 km | 51.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 8.3 km | 6.8 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.1 km | 3.2 km |
Population & growth
| East Gosford | Springfield (Central Coast) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,391 | 4,310 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,786 | 4,698 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,884 | 6,757 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.18% | 2.18% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Gosford or Springfield (Central Coast)?
East Gosford has the higher residential safety score (East Gosford 45/100 vs Springfield (Central Coast) 35/100).
Which is more affordable, East Gosford or Springfield (Central Coast)?
Springfield (Central Coast) is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.00M versus $1.20M.
Which has better schools, East Gosford or Springfield (Central Coast)?
East Gosford has a higher average school ICSEA (East Gosford 1063 vs Springfield (Central Coast) 935; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, East Gosford or Springfield (Central Coast)?
East Gosford has the higher transport score (East Gosford 76/100 vs Springfield (Central Coast) 57/100).
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