WEST GOSFORD
Investor score
42
Liveability score
53
Vacancy rate is a modelled estimate. Price, rent and annual growth use real government data (see source labels on each card). This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
Real$900,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
Real3.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real-1.1%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.3%
modelled estimate
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Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
WEST GOSFORD shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
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Median rent
$650/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+1.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
1.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.29%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.9%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
48 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.2%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
WEST GOSFORD is a NSW suburb offering moderate rental yield and moderate price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 3.8% with stable tenant demand
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,630/wk
$47k taxable p.a.
Renters
29.9%
65.1% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.7%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
83%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
18.5%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.1 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
18.5%
High Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
50.8 km
Regional
Days on market
46 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
36.0%
Buyer's market
Walkability
17 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
2.1 km
Coastal
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
38/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 2250
🏫Primary (18)
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
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Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Central Mangrove Public School
Government · Yrs K-6 · Inner Regional
🎓Secondary (8)
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
St Edward's Christian Brothers' College
Independent · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
📚Combined (4)
Central Coast Adventist School
Independent · Yrs K-12 · Major Cities
St Philip's Christian College - Gosford
Independent · Yrs K-12 · Major Cities
Independent · Yrs K-12 · Major Cities
Rumbalara Environmental Education Centre
Government · Major Cities
⭐Special (5)
ET Australia Secondary College
Independent · Yrs 7-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs U · Major Cities
Government · Yrs U · Major Cities
Independent · Yrs 9-12 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs U · Major Cities
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Safe0.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Average34 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
10
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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