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Gosford - Springfield has an estimated 23,719 residents, up 11.9% since the 2021 Census, with 50 projects tracked in Gosford - Springfield.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Gosford - Springfield Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 50 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 23,719 as of Aug 2026, up from 21,204 people at the 2021 Census. That represents an increase of 2,515 people (11.9%), derived from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 23,293 as of June 2025 together with 1,875 Validated New Addresses added since the Census date. The area shows strong expansion, with an above-average renting population, a strong apartment presence and a strong semi-detached presence. Its average household size is low, with lone person households making up much of the population, and residents show a fairly standard age profile with a median age of 39.
Economically, the area has a notable healthcare employment base and elevated IT & Telco employment, while sales activity is exceptionally high relative to its population size. The location is known for its picturesque landscape of pristine beaches, lush bushland and serene national parks, along with a relaxed, laid-back coastal lifestyle.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Gosford - Springfield Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 50 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 23,719 as of Aug 2026, up from 21,204 people at the 2021 Census. That represents an increase of 2,515 people (11.9%), derived from the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) of 23,293 as of June 2025 together with 1,875 Validated New Addresses added since the Census date. The area shows strong expansion, with an above-average renting population, a strong apartment presence and a strong semi-detached presence. Its average household size is low, with lone person households making up much of the population, and residents show a fairly standard age profile with a median age of 39.
Economically, the area has a notable healthcare employment base and elevated IT & Telco employment, while sales activity is exceptionally high relative to its population size. The location is known for its picturesque landscape of pristine beaches, lush bushland and serene national parks, along with a relaxed, laid-back coastal lifestyle.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 16,067 in 2001 and 23,282 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 23,719 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 16.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.7%.
Gosford - Springfield ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 82nd for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Gosford - Springfield is $634 a week, up 9.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 20% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.4%.
20% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $446 in 2017, $674 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $348 in 2017, $600 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Dolly Avenue Springfield NSW 2250 | $853,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 40 Springfield Road Springfield NSW 2250 | $836,415 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 10/138 Albany Street, Point Frederick NSW 2250 | $675,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 9 Frederick Street, East Gosford NSW 2250 | $1,325,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 37/62 Beane Street, Gosford NSW 2250 | $510,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 13 Callemondah Avenue, North Gosford NSW 2250 | $950,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 27/24 Watt Street, Gosford NSW 2250 | $650,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 81 Springfield Road Springfield NSW 2250 | $835,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 15/257 Brisbane Water Drive, West Gosford NSW 2250 | $840,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 11/8 Jarrett Street, North Gosford NSW 2250 | $765,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 45 residential sales recorded since 25 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 29 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 45, houses and units together, was $755,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $634 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +9.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.08m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $700k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $755,000 | Median of the 45 most recent residential sales, settled 25 Aug 2026 to 29 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $674 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $600 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +11.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Gosford | $677 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gosford, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Coast | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Coast, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 316 tracked applications: 177 approved, 76 under assessment, 63 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 50 projects in Gosford - Springfield (6 under construction) and 48 more in the surrounding area.
Central Coast Quarter is a landmark mixed-use waterfront precinct transforming the former Gosford Primary School site. Stage 1, known as 'The Waterfront', reached completion in early 2026 and features 134 luxury apartments.
A major NSW Government planning initiative covering 283 hectares across Gosford and West Gosford to update planning controls, enable increased housing density, and support up to 1,900 new homes and public domain upgrades.
The 10 Young Street development in West Gosford is a mixed-use commercial, light industrial, and self-storage precinct delivered by Stevens Group with direct Central Coast Highway exposure. The project includes commercial showrooms, light industrial trade units, specialised storage facilities, food tenancies, and on-grade customer parking.
Gosford Alive is a mixed-use urban renewal project on the former Kibbleplex site in Gosford. The concept and Stage 1 SSD approval remains in place, with Modification 2 approved on 31 July 2025 to allow staged construction and related condition changes.
Planning proposal to rezone 2a Melbourne Street and 30-32 Caroline Street in East Gosford from R2 Low Density Residential to R1 General Residential under the Central Coast Local Environmental Plan 2022.
Stage 2 redevelopment of Adcock Park, involving the construction of five new netball courts, installation of competition-standard sports field lighting, 550 on-grade parking spaces, new access roads, and upgraded footpaths to enhance regional sporting facilities.
Masterplanned redevelopment of the waterfront Legacy site to deliver 54 modern self-care senior living apartments, administrative and community spaces, and public domain enhancements along Brisbane Water.
Development of a four-storey boarding house facility comprising 23 boarding rooms and an on-site manager residence. The development provides key-worker affordable accommodation alongside basement car parking and associated landscaping in Point Frederick.
The 321-331 Mann Street project in Gosford is a multi-storey mixed-use residential apartment and commercial development situated near Gosford Railway Station. The building delivers 80 residential apartments, ground-floor retail and commercial suites, communal rooftop amenities, and basement car parking.
Delivery of upgraded active transport footpaths, accessibility connections, and shared pathway infrastructure along Masons Parade in Point Frederick. Funded as part of Central Coast Council's capital works and pedestrian network improvement program to enhance waterfront pedestrian connectivity.
The North Gosford Mixed-Use Precinct is a multi-building residential, commercial, and healthcare development situated on Dwyer Street and Mann Street near Gosford Hospital. The project delivers 124 residential apartments across 6-8 storeys, specialist medical suites, ground-floor retail, and secure basement car parking.
Transport for NSW, in partnership with Central Coast Council, is delivering major flood mitigation and stormwater drainage upgrades at the intersection of Central Coast Highway and Racecourse Road in West Gosford.
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Estimated completion year of the 40 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 12, 2027 12, 2028 8, 2029 1, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 31 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 316 substantial development applications lodged in and around Gosford - Springfield over the past 5 years, 163 in the last 12 months; 76 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 6, 2022 43, 2023 28, 2024 46, 2025 40, 2026 (to Oct) 153.
Key application 140-142 Henry Parry Drive, Gosford Retail | $77m | 177 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 316 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 163 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 12.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 258 | ABS building approvals | 94th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 177 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 76 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Gosford - Springfield SA2 include: Central Coast Quarter (Construction); Sapphire Gosford (Construction); Gosford Alive - Detailed Design (Planning); 87-89 John Whiteway Drive Residential Masterplan (Planning); and Brisbane Water Legacy Seniors Village Redevelopment (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Gosford - Springfield SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Health & Medical, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Gosford - Springfield among the top 22% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 area has seen 208 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Gosford - Springfield SA2's current population of 23,719 has been supported by 258 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Gosford - Springfield SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 258, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 has grown by approximately 2,314 people, while 1,288 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Gosford - Springfield lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,719 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,403 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 21,204 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,515 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 16.91 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Gosford - Springfield SA2 was estimated to be approximately 23,719 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 23,293 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The gosford - springfield sa2 has added approximately 2,515 people and shown a 11.86% increase from the 21,204 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is estimated at 1,403 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.9% per annum.
Population growth in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (58.0%), Natural increase (23.4%), Interstate migration (18.7%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 58.0% of overall population gains.
Gosford - Springfield's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 46th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, Gosford - Springfield is 2 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 9.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (2.9% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.1% of the population in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.0% of the population in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,408 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $74,243 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,460 | 2021 Census, weekly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $796 | 2021 Census, weekly | 48th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,995 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is approximately $63,198. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,408.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is approximately $78,980. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $74,243.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is approximately $63,198 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,408 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is approximately $78,980 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,243 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Gosford - Springfield SA2's households (~31.7% / 2,925 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.7% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is $1,460/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is $1,995/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is $796/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is above the national average, with the median assessed at $59,408 while the average income stands at $74,243. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,198 (median) and $78,980 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is $4,978 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The gosford - springfield sa2's disposable income is $4,978 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Gosford - Springfield exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 65.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 12,619 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 28,754 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 13,163 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Gosford - Springfield SA2 has approximately 12,619 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.1%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 stands at 4.1%, which is broadly in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (22.3% of employment), retail trade (10.7%), and construction (8.3%). Other significant employers include education & training and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Gosford - Springfield SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is 65.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The gosford - springfield sa2 shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 22.3% of the local workforce compared to 14.1% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The gosford - springfield sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Gosford - Springfield ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.0% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 29.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 23.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
29.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
33.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The gosford - springfield sa2 ranks in the 61th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 are: Certificate (23.5%), Bachelor Degree (20.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.8%).
27.7% of the population in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.9% in primary school, 6.5% in secondary school, 5.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is 1025, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 13 schools within the Gosford - Springfield SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 5,283 students.
The gosford - springfield sa2 includes 5 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 2 combined schools.
Gosford - Springfield features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 36.4% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 21.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.3% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 9,219 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 10,312 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 59.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Gosford - Springfield SA2 had 9,219 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.9% to an estimated 10,312 households today.
The average household size in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 59.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (36.4%), group households (4.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 5,448 family households, couples with children account for 21.0% of all households, couples without children at home 24.3%, and single parent families 12.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Gosford - Springfield SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 36.4% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 59.1% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 have an average of 1.4 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 37.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 40.2% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 36.4% of all households in the Gosford - Springfield SA2, higher than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.5% of households, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Gosford - Springfield was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 17.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 82.6% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 83.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 74.1% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
Gosford - Springfield was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 25.9% of its population born overseas and 17.4% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Gosford - Springfield was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.3% of people in Gosford - Springfield. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Gosford - Springfield are English, comprising 27.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 24.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Other, comprising 9.1% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Sydney's 16.0%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Korean is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Gosford - Springfield (vs 1.1% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 0.5% (vs 0.4%) and Spanish at 0.6% (vs 0.6%).
25.9% of the Gosford - Springfield SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
17.4% of the population in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
2.6% of the Gosford - Springfield SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
83.4% of the Gosford - Springfield SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Gosford - Springfield features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 49.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 43.4% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,885 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 27.5% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 16.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Gosford - Springfield SA2, 23.4% of homes are owned outright, 27.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 49.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 40.0% of dwellings in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 are houses.
In the Gosford - Springfield SA2, 43.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 16.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 stands at 23.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is $1,885, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is $1,348, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Gosford - Springfield SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 29.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 29.8% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 26.7% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 consists of 40.0% detached houses, 16.5% semi-detached dwellings, 43.4% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Gosford - Springfield consumes approximately 21.3% of median household income ($6,322 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Gosford - Springfield show attached dwellings contributing 87% of approvals compared to 60% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 13% of applications versus 40% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Health outcomes in Gosford - Springfield are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Around 54.1% of people in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Gosford - Springfield SA2, 6.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.2% of the Gosford - Springfield SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.7% of people in the Gosford - Springfield SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Gosford - Springfield SA2, 54.1% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 78 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 78th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 200 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,687 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 117 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 165 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 33.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 200 public transport stops within the Gosford - Springfield SA2.
The Gosford - Springfield SA2 has 5,687 weekly trips across 165 routes, averaging 812 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 149 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 427 m away and the nearest school 495 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 200 stops nearby, 5,687 weekly trips, access rating 78 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 74th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 427 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 495 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 604 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 637 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 690 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 712 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 913 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 11 long day care centres with 714 places in Gosford - Springfield, about 2.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Gosford - Springfield among the top 22% of areas assessed nationwide.
Gosford - Springfield has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 44th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Gosford - Springfield's affordable property market has recorded 858 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 90% residential, 9% commercial and 1% vacant land transactions.
Gosford - Springfield lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Gosford - Springfield's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Gosford - Springfield exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
The educational profile of Gosford - Springfield ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Gosford - Springfield features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Gosford - Springfield was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Gosford - Springfield features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Health outcomes in Gosford - Springfield are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Gosford - Springfield has an estimated 23,719 residents, up 11.9% since the 2021 Census, with 50 projects tracked in Gosford - Springfield.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Gosford - Springfield.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (102011032). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Gosford - Springfield from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Gosford - Springfield with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
