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Gosford - West

829 km²

Gosford - West has maintained a stable character over the last decade as a well-connected hub on the Central Coast. It is a highly walkable area where the vast majority of homes sit within a short stroll of public transport and parks. The community is notable for its significant First Nations population, who generally see higher education and income levels than those in similar areas. This combination of accessibility and diverse social strengths makes it a distinctive part of the region.

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First Nations

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First Nations people are well represented here, with 4,346 residents. This group sees higher typical personal incomes and Year 12 completion rates than in most similar areas, with 37.4% finishing school, which is a little above the New South Wales figure.

4,346 First Nations people

24 yrs Median age Here 24 yrs NSW 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

37.4% Year 12 Here 37.4% NSW 35.0% Aus 37.0%

10.5% Unemployment Here 10.5% NSW 9.8% Aus 12.3%

$584 Median income Here $584 NSW $600 Aus $540

$1,529 Household income Here $1,529 NSW $1,558 Aus $1,507

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The area is very walkable, with 91.3% of homes within a 10-minute walk of public transport and 92.5% near a park. While most residents can easily reach these services, fewer can walk to groceries compared to the state average.

6.0 Walk score

5.7 Types ≤15 min