Avoca Beach
Home to one of the Central Coast’s most picturesque stretches of coastline, Avoca Beach is a sleepy resort town that is a popular summer holiday destination. The beach sits between two rocky headlands and is home to some of the region’s best surf. Although not overpopulated, apartments and boutique resorts dot the foreshore, ranging from budget backpackers accommodation to luxurious five-star. There is also plenty to tantalise the tastebuds with an array of restaurants and eateries. Behind the beach lies Avoca Lake, its foreshore lined with peaceful walking trails and picnic spots. Its tranquil waters make it a popular spot for kayaking and water skiing. The Captain Cook Lookout located at the top of the steep headland known as First Point provides some of the Central Coast’s best views.

Bar Point
Being accessible only by boat is one of this small river settlement’s main attractions. Most people who visit or live in the area are seeking quiet and tranquillity. Located ten minutes inland from the F3 it is close to Sydney and a popular spot to get away for the weekend. The Peninsula of Bar Point is home to a small cluster of houses. Neighbours can’t simply pop over the fence for a cup of sugar though – the only way to get from house to house is by boat.

Bateau Bay
Like the surrounding beachside suburbs, Bateau Bay is a haven for water sports enthusiasts. First settled in the mid 1800s Bateau Bay is a picturesque residential suburb bordered by a reserve and the beach. During summer and school holidays the suburb is bustling with tourists thanks to the suburb’s two beachside caravan parks. The Coast Walking track that runs along the beach is a popular spot for fitness enthusiasts.

Bensville
Bensville is a sleepy fishing village located on the shores of the Brisbane Waters. Originally called Sunnyside, the suburb was renamed after one of its early settlers Ben Davis who purchased a 20-hectare parcel of land to set up a shipbuilding yard. Located between Empire Bay and Kincumber, the suburb has grown over the years from a one-store town to a bustling residential area thanks to a new housing estate and the addition of several schools, shops, restaurants and cafes.  

Berkeley Vale
The suburb’s name is derived from the home of one of its earliest settlers, Henry Osborne, who built Berkley Estate on his grant of land in 1839. Located on the shores of Tuggerah Lake, Berkley Vale is a mixed residential and commercial area. There’s a private hospital, schools and shops.

Blue Bay
As its name suggests, this suburb centres on the blue waters of a gorgeous bay.  The beach is lined with multi-million dollar homes that take in the magical views, making Blue Bay one of the more sought after suburbs on the Central Coast. The protected, unpatrolled beach is a favoured spot for a quick dip. A short stroll to the north of the beach is the swimming baths.

Blue Haven
This suburb is primarily a residential area bordered by the Pacific Highway to the east and the Motorway Link to the west. Tuggerah Lake meanders through the suburb with many properties boasting deep-waterfront access. There’s also plenty of parks plus a lakeside walking trail. 

Booker Bay
Sailboats and yachts dot the foreshore of this picturesque coastal village located on the Woy Woy Peninsula. The Rip Bridge is a prominent landmark named after the notorious Brisbane Waters rip that runs underneath. The suburb was first subdivided in the early 1900s with most land lots selling for less than 30 pounds. Houses today fetch anywhere from the low $300,000 range to upwards of $1m.

Bouddi
The Bouddi National Park has a series of small, secluded beaches that lay beneath spectacular forests and rocky cliffs. The five-hour Bouddi Coastal Walk attracts many visitors to the park, boasting breathtaking views along its 8.1km track. The park is also a favourite spot for geologists who come to marvel at the brilliant sandstone rock formations. Park entry fees are $7 per car.

Broken Bay
Broken Bay and its surrounds is one of the Central Coast’s most picturesque regions with its quaint marinas, protected bays and the deep, calm waters of the Hawkesbury River that meander through the untouched coastline. For the serious angler, everything from bottom fishing to deep-sea game fishing is located within minutes of local docks and jetties. 
 
Budgewoi
The lakeside haven of Budgewoi has long been a favoured holiday destination. Over the past few decades many of those holidaymakers have decided to make the suburb their permanent home. As a result Budgewoi has rapidly grown from predominantly lakeside holiday cottages and caravan parks, to include sprawling mansions and suburban family homes. With Lake Budgewoi on one side, Lake Munmorah on the other and the sparkling Pacific Ocean running the suburb’s length, Budgewoi is a water-lovers paradise. 

Buff Point
Set on the shores of Lake Budgewoi, Buff Point’s main attractions are its laid-back lifestyle and picturesque surrounds. Homes in the suburb vary in price as much as they do character, ranging from fibro shacks to sprawling waterfront estates. Edgewater Park is a focal point of the local community, with residents regularly hiking and cycling along its manicured pathways. 
 
Calga
Located off the F3 freeway between Gosford and Hornsby, Calga is home to one of the Central Coast’s major tourist attractions - the Australia Walkabout Wildlife Park. The park boasts more than 180 different species of Australian animals roaming free within its boundaries, plus Aboriginal sites and a relaxing café.

Cams Wharf
The Watagan Mountains provide a picturesque backdrop to this tranquil lakeside suburb. Home to the popular Rafferty’s Resort, Cam’s Wharf is a favoured holiday destination. The resort is part of the Mercure Hotels Chain and is located on the shores of Lake Macquarie one of the largest lakes in the Southern Hemisphere.
 
Catherine Hill Bay
Catherine Hill Bay is an old mining village where many of the cottages have remained unchanged since the 19th century. The coastal village consists of no more than 100 houses set in a dramatic natural bus landscape. It has always been renowned for its beauty yet locals have struggled to maintain its history and heritage, fighting any large-scale coastal development.

Central Mangrove
Located on the fringe of the Ourimbah State Forest, Central Mangrove is a picturesque rural village. Close to the F3 Freeway, the suburb is popular for those commuters seeking to retreat to a quiet country lifestyle after five. It is also located on the main thoroughfare between Gosford and Wiseman’s Ferry. 

Chain Valley Bay
The area consists of two townships: Chain Valley Bay South and Chain Valley Bay North. Located 110 km north of Sydney and 35 km north of Gosford it is a popular spot for holiday makers and weekenders. With a handful of parks and picnic spots dotting the lake’s foreshore it is an ideal location for a weekend get together.

Charmhaven
Charmhaven offers the best of both worlds with its close proximity to shops, clubs, schools and essential services and an enviable lakeside location. Homes in the suburb remain affordable with waterfront homes priced under $500,000.
 
Cheero Point
There is an air of exclusivity to the quaint village of Cheero Point. Located 3kms from the F3 Freeway, the Hawkesbury River-front town is a hidden gem. There are no more than 20 homes located in the community perched on a small peninsula with water either side. And rarely is a home listed with an agent as most are snapped up as soon as word spreads of its impending sale.
 
Chittaway Bay
This waterfront suburb is bordered by scenic walking tracks, parks and the glistening shores of Tuggerah Lake. Located in close proximity to Wyong, Tuggerah and the F3, the suburb is popular for both its convenience and its picturesque setting. Homes in sought after Lakedge Avenue enjoy views across Tuggerah Lake to The Entrance.

Cogra Bay
From an investment point of view, the odds are stacked up against Cogra Bay - there is no running electricity, the main form of transport is by boat and the surrounding shallow waters means most properties can only be reached at high tide. But those who reside in Cogra Bay say they are living in paradise. The picturesque waterfront suburb is surrounded by Brisbane Waters National Park and enjoys views to Spectacle Island and Long Island Nature Reserves. 

Colongra
Construction of the Colongra Gas Turbine is currently underway, and when complete, will provide peaking power to 600,000 homes in the Munmorah region. The suburb is also home to the Colongra Swamp Nature Reserve that was created in February 2007 and covers 112 hectares.

Copacabana
When you think of Copacabana, thoughts instantly turn to the South American holiday destination. And while that beach is famous the world over, it’s got nothing on its Central Coast namesake. The picturesque Copacabana Beach is located between Avoca Beach and MacMasters Beach and is just north of the mouth of the Cockrane Lagoon.

Daleys Point
One of the Gosford shire’s most exclusive suburbs, properties in this prestigious waterfront location can sell for upwards of $1 million. Bordered by the Bouddi National Park on one side and the Brisbane Water on the other, most homes in the area enjoy picturesque views.
 
Davistown
No longer a sleepy holiday spot, Davistown is one of the Gosford Shire’s most sought after postcodes. The old weatherboard holiday homes that once lined the waterfront reserve are now replaced with modern architect-designed residences. Overlooking the Brisbane Water Cockle Channel, Davistown is named after one of the Central Coast’s early settlers Reverend William Davis.   

Dooralong
Take a drive through this secluded country valley and the first thing that will strike you is the melodic sounds of the bellbirds. Nestled at the foot of the Wattagan State Forest Dooralong was once renowned for the magnificent red cedar trees that dominated the area. Now it boasts rolling green farming pastures and horse studs.

Doyalson
This Wyong Shire suburb was once predominantly known as a truckies’ road stop when the Pacific Highway was the main Sydney to Newcastle thoroughfare. These days it is still a popular stop but not for truckies but rather the locals who gather at the Doyalson RSL or the Doylo as it is more affectionately called, to watch the chart topping acts that frequent the venue.

Empire Bay
There are not too many suburbs that include waterfront homes and sprawling acreage properties within its boundaries. Empire Bay however offers the best of both worlds. Regular ferry and bus services run between Empire Bay and Woy Woy and Hornsby is located less than 40 minutes by car.

Erina
This suburb is best known for housing the Central Coast’s biggest shopping centre Erina Fair that boasts more than 330 stores. Even outside of Erina Fair’s boundaries the suburb is a thriving retail and commercial hub with a plethora of shops and businesses ranging from bathroom renovation outlets to auto repairs and surf shops.
 
Erina Heights
Up the road from Erina is the more exclusive Erina Heights. Located between Terrigal and Matcham the suburb is leafy and dotted with sprawling acreage properties and hobby farms. It is also home to a number of cafes and galleries including the Ken Duncan Gallery, making it a popular stop along the Central Coast tourist trail.
 
Ettalong Beach
Overlooking Broken Bay and Lion Island, Ettalong Beach is a popular holiday destination for families. Its appeal lies in its beaches and lagoons that provide safe swimming for children. The suburb is also scattered with quaint shops, restaurants and cafes. Ferry services and charters run regularly to Palm Beach and other suburbs around the Brisbane water. The resort village offers a variety of places to stay ranging from luxury five star apartments and holiday homes to backpacker accommodation.

Forresters Beach
This beachside suburb is a popular summer holiday destination with its expansive list of holiday accommodation and tourist attractions. But the area’s real drawcard is its picture perfect surroundings including white sandy beaches, magnificent coastal cliffs and peaceful nature reserves.
 
Fountaindale
There aren’t too many places that you can enjoy a rural lifestyle less than 15 minutes from the sea. But leafy Fountaindale offers residents just that. Dotted with charming acreage properties, the suburb is located just 35 minutes from Hornsby, 15 minutes from some of the best Central Coast beaches and five minutes to the local train station.

Glenning Valley
Take a country drive along the winding tree-lined streets of Glenning Valley and you’ll never want to leave. As well as having aesthetic appeal the suburb also boasts convenience located close to Wyong CBD, Tuggerah Westfield’s and the F3 Freeway. Freestanding homes are priced from the low $300,000s and range up to million dollar plus properties. 

Glenworth Valley
Glenworth Valley is home to the popular Peats Ridge/Glenworth Valley Sustainable Arts & Music Festival. The event was named winner of the 2009 Greener Festival Award, acknowledging their efforts to reduce environmental impact and the 2009 Green Globe Award for Environmental Sustainability across Small Business. 
 
Gorokan
With Tuggerah Lake to one side and Lake Budgewoi to the other, Gorokan is a water-lovers paradise. And while properties are priced from as little as $168,000, the suburb also boasts some of the Wyong Shire’s most sought after waterfront addresses.

Gosford
Considered by many to be the capital of the Central Coast, Gosford is a bustling metropolis with a relaxed county vibe. Home to Blue Tongue Stadium the suburb hosts a handful of NRL matches each season. It is also the home ground of A-League soccer team the Central Coast Mariners. The Guringgai Aboriginal people were Gosford’s original inhabitants and land grants were given to European settlers in the early 1800s.

Green Point
Located on the shores of Brisbane Waters, Green Point offers residents a relaxed lifestyle that is in close proximity to the Central Coast’s commercial hub of Gosford. Freestanding homes are priced from the mid $300,000s.
 
Greengrove
Like the name suggests St Peter’s Cemetery on Mangrove Creek Road, Greengrove is an historic cemetery linked to many early families of the Mangrove Creek area.

Gwandalan
Once a sleepy lakeside village this Central Coast suburb has been one of the region’s fastest growing areas over the past few decades. While the main street hasn’t changed much in 15 years with the bowling club and handful of shops its only attraction, the number of local residents has increased tenfold thanks to new housing estates that dot the suburb’s fringes. The first subdivision went on sale in 1954. Gwandalan is Aboriginal for “peace”.

Halekulani
Located on the Budgewoi Peninsula, Halekulani is a little piece of heaven on the Central Coast. Cute weatherboard cottages line the streets of this sleepy hamlet located on the shores of Lake Munmorah. The area is attractive among young families and first homebuyers with homes priced under $200,000.

Hamlyn Terrace
Located in the heart of Central Coast’s suburbia, the streets of Hamlyn Terrace are lined with mostly near new, company homes. Part of the Warnervale/Wadalba Urban Release Project, Hamlyn Terrace includes a mix of new housing estates and rural areas. Its proximity to the F3 makes it a popular place for commuters to Sydney and Newcastle.

Hardys Bay
This quaint waterfront suburb is named after one of its earliest settlers, Harry Hardy, who owned a small vineyard and sold wine to local residents. Nestled between Pretty Beach and Killcare it is one of the areas sought after postcodes. Located at the southern end of the Bouddi Peninsula, Hardys Bay has transformed over the past few decades from a sleepy holiday destination into a suburb of burgeoning property values and high demand. But despite the changes, Hardys Bay has a unique character and ambience that is jealously guarded by those that call it home.

Holgate
Holgate is home to the famous Firescreek Fruit Winery. The winery is located next to the beautiful Fires Creek, in the Matcham Holgate Valley located just a short 10 minutes from Terrigal. Their Famous Firewater is made from a unique combination of local Sweet Oranges and Chilli.

Kanwal
Conveniently located on the shores of Tuggerah Lake, Kanwal is a mix of the old and the new where original weatherboard cottages stand next to architect-designed homes. Kanwal is part of the main thoroughfare linking the coastal suburbs to the F3 Freeway so it experiences plenty of traffic each day.

Killarney Vale
With Tuggerah Lake on one side and Shelly Beach on the other, Killarney Vale is an attractive real estate investment option. Its proximity to Tuggerah Westfields and Wyong’s CBD adds to its appeal. Properties that line the leafy streets range from original fibro cottages to sprawling architect designs.
 
Killcare
Surrounded by ocean, National Park and the Brisbane Waters, residents of the Killcare peninsula have an enviable lifestyle. Many of the older-style cottages have been renovated and restored to retain its village atmosphere. Less than one kilometre from the spectacular Killcare Surf Beach lays beautiful Brisbane Water and Hardys Bay, Pretty Beach and Wagstaffe Point.

Kincumber
The Kincumber District was originally home to the Guringai tribe and the suburb’s name translates to “towards the rising sun”. The suburb’s first European settler was Henry Gunsley Watson who received two Crown land grants in the late 1820s. These day’s Kincumber is very much still a sleepy hamlet, with many original cottages lining its streets.

Lake Haven
A bustling retail hub, Lake Haven is home to one of the area’s biggest shopping centres, furniture and electrical mega centre, plus a stack of other retail offerings. It also houses a busy commercial business park, with several residential housing estates dotted along its fringes.

Lake Munmorah
This sleepy community nestled on the shores of Lake Munmorah offers affordable lakeside homes. One of the drawcards to the area is that it hasn’t lost its holiday feel, with most of the original weekenders still standing. A waterfront park with a walking track meandering around the shore is a popular spot for families.

Lisarow
Located less than five minutes from the Ourimbah ‘off ramp’ on the F3 Freeway, and with its own railway station, Lisarow is a popular address for commuters. But as well as convenience it also offers a quaint rural setting and beautiful views.
  
Little Wobby
Don’t be fooled by the name ‘Little Wobby’ as it is located on one of the deepest parts of the Hawkesbury River. Properties located within this boat access only community enjoy the steep escarpments rising into the Brisbane Waters National Park to one side and the tranquil waters edge to the other.
 
Long Jetty
As its name suggests, Long Jetty is a waterside suburb with a long jetty. There are three in fact dotted on the foreshore of Tuggerah Lake – Parry’s Jetty, Walkin’s Jetty, and Long Jetty. In years gone by the jetties and a few holiday homes and caravan parks were all that existed in the sleepy Central Coast town. These days though the suburb is bustling with shops, picnic areas and hotels.

Lower Mangrove
Located north of the Hawkesbury River and west of Gosford, Lower Mangrove is located on the fringes of the Popran National Park that covers 4000 hectares of diverse flora and fauna – many of which are endangered.

MacMasters Beach
Surrounded by beach and national park, MacMasters Beach is considered by many to be one of the region’s most beautiful suburbs. The surf is also highly regarded by those in the know – its ranking in the list of Australia’s top 100 surfing beaches is proof. The local ocean bath to the southern end of Macmasters Beach is a popular spot to cool off on a summer’s afternoon.

Magenta
Bordered by spectacular natural bushland and the sparkling Pacific Ocean, Magenta is one of the Central Coast’s newest suburbs. Home to the prestigious Magenta Shores this suburb centres around the Mirvac residential village and golf course. Within the boundaries of Magenta along Wilfred Barrett Drive are several beautiful bushwalking tracks including Wyrrabalong National Park, the Red Gum Forrest and the Burrawang Track all of which follow a network of old mining trails.

Mangrove Creek
Mangrove Creek Dam houses the Central Coast’s main water supply. Built in 1980 the dam’s wall is 82 metres high, direct catchment 101sq km and total capacity 190,000L. A 19 kilometre underground pipeline from Mardi Dam to the existing Bunning Creek Tunnel at Mangrove Creek Dam is being built as part of the Mardi-Mangrove Link Project, a joint initiative of Gosford City and Wyong Shire Councils. The project is a key element of the WaterPlan 2050 that is the long-term water supply strategy for the Central Coast. Mangrove Creek is also home to the convict-built Great North Road.

Mangrove Mountain
The Mangrove Mountain area was first settled in colonial times and its earliest residents planted a variety of crops. Many crops were experimented with in the early days, including wheat, apples and grapes. But the area became best known for its citrus orchids and by the 1960s it was one of the biggest citrus producing areas in Australia.

Matcham
If you were to walk the winding country roads of Matcham, the first thing you would notice would be the choruses of bellbirds inviting you to discover this picturesque valley. It is one of the Central Coast’s most exclusive areas and is best known for its horse studs and stately homes set on sprawling acreage lots – all located within 10 minutes of local beaches and shopping centres.

Mannering Park
Like most Central Coast suburbs that front the lake or beach, Mannering Park has an expensive belt of waterfront homes. But many of the remaining properties within the suburb’s borders are untouched and in their original fibro condition, offering an affordable entry point for those seeking a waterfront lifestyle.
 
Mooney Mooney
The Mooney Mooney Bridge sits at the southern most tip of the Central Coast joining the region to the northern suburbs of Sydney. The Mooney Mooney village is slightly off the expressway track, set on the shores of the Hawkesbury River. But it is the lack of traffic and the picturesque views across to Brooklyn that appeal to locals and visitors alike. The suburb is a water-sport lover’s paradise and is best know for its oysters and fabulous fishing.

Mount White
Located 45 minutes north of Sydney, Mount White is home to iconic advertising and media man John Singleton’s Strawberry Hills Stud. The semi rural suburb is dotted with other acreage properties and hobby farms, many of which enjoy views of the Hawkesbury River and surrounding mountains.

Narara
The name Narara is derived from the Aboriginal word meaning “black snake”, which appears on the official emblem of Narara Valley High School. Properties in the suburb range from modern brick and tile homes to fibro clad cottages, ranging in price from the high $200,000s to the mid $500,000s. Located on the train line and close to the F3 freeway, Narara offers convenience as well as affordability.

Niagara Park
Niagara Park was named after the homestead of property developer Frank L. Measures, one of the region’s earliest settlers. Today Niagara Park is a bustling suburb located within the Gosford City Council area. It is conveniently located on the train line and close to Gosford’s CBD and the F3.

Norah Head
Best known for the Norah Head Lighthouse that has protected ships from the area’s rocky coastline for more than 125 years, Norah Head is one of the Coast’s most picturesque areas. It has long been a favoured holiday destination with the popular surf spot Soldiers Beach at one end of the suburb and the Cabbage Tree Bay Rock pool at the other. Accommodation ranges from luxury holiday home rentals to cabins and caravan sites. 
 
Noraville
One of the Central Coast’s untouched gems, locals love the laidback lifestyle Noraville offers. With two beaches located within its boundaries – Jenny Dixon and Hargraves - the suburb is heavily entrenched in surf culture. It is one of the few suburbs on the Central Coast that offers absolute beachfront homes whose backyards lead directly onto the sand. It is these properties that have helped the suburb’s median price to rise over the years. It is also home to one of the Central Coast’s oldest historical homes – Noraville built in 1853 by gold prospector Edward Hargraves. 

Ourimbah
This pretty country town was once referred to as Blue Gum Flat, named after the majestic blue gum and Blackbutt trees that grew there. Local timber milling supported the Sydney building boom in the 1850s and was responsible for the settlement of the suburb. Despite its origins as a timber-mining town, the suburb is far from barren. Dotted with picturesque citrus orchids and surrounded by coastal reserves, a national forest and parklands, Ourimbah is one of the Central Coast’s leafiest suburbs. The Australian Rainforest Sanctuary provides a habitat for more than 350 flora and fauna species. 
 
Palmdale
Quaint hobby farms and picturesque acreage properties dot this mostly rural suburb, ranging from the boutique to the rustic. Located only moments from the F3 the suburb’s streets pretty much consist of a winding country road complete with rickety bridges. Palmdale also houses the Central Coast’s biggest crematorium.

Patonga
This sleepy fishing village is located at the southern end of the Central Coast. The spot is favoured among young families due to the lack of swell at the beach. Day-trippers also frequent the suburb with regular ferries from Palm Beach. Patonga Creek is located at the southern end of the beach.

Pearl Beach
Like its name suggests, this suburb is the jewel in the Central Coast’s crown. Accessed only by a single road that winds through lush rainforests, it is an exclusive beachside community. Many of the rich and famous holiday at Pearl Beach over the summer, either in a rental that costs several thousand a week or in their own multi-million dollar pile.

Peats Ridge
This picturesque suburb is primarily occupied by Australia’s largest horse riding and outdoor adventure centre the Glenworth Valley Horse Riding and Outdoor Adventures. Set over 3000 acres, the rural property is one of the Central Coast’s best-known tourist attractions, offering activities such as kayaking, abseiling, quad biking and horse riding. Acreage properties in the suburb are priced upwards of $1 million.

Phegans Bay
Located on the shores of the beautiful Brisbane Waters, Phegans Bay offers the best of Central Coast living. Many of the homes in the suburb enjoy views across Horsfield Bay to Woy Woy.

Point Clare
With views over the Brisbane Water and backing onto National Park, this picturesque waterfront village is a highly sought-after location. Properties in this suburb range from original holiday shacks to sprawling mansions with homes in the local market priced upwards of $300,000.

Point Frederick
The historic Point Frederick Cemetery located at the end of Albany Street in Pioneer Park is one of the Central Coast’s oldest burial sites. Official records indicate that burials took place prior to the dedication of the cemetery in 1847. The Pioneer Park Memorial lists all 497 names of the recorded graves in the old cemetery.
 
Point Wolstoncroft
Located on the eastern foreshore of beautiful Lake Macquarie, Point Wolstoncroft is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The NSW Government-run Point Wolstoncroft Sport and Recreation Centre hosts school camps, family and group getaways with organised adventure programs.

Popran
Within the borders of the Popran National Park lies a number of Aboriginal sites plus spectacular sandstone cliffs and gullies. Set on the Hawkesbury River the park provides remote walking tracks, secluded rock pools and brilliant bursts of spring wildflowers.

San Remo
Located on the shores of Budgewoi Lake, San Remo is an affordable and well-located suburb in the Wyong Shire. The John Pete Howard Reserve along the lake’s foreshore is a popular spot for locals to walk their dogs or go for an early morning jog.
 
Saratoga
Saratoga lies on the eastern edge and of Brisbane Waters. Homes in the suburb enjoy views across the picturesque waterway to Point Frederick. A regular ferry service links the suburb to Woy Woy.

Shelly Beach
There are not too many golf courses where you can check the surf just as you’ve sunk the ball on the 18th hole. But it is the prime ocean front location that attracts many golfers to Tuggerah Lakes Golf Course at Shelly Beach. The golf course and surf are just a few of the reasons that make this coastal suburb so attractive to both locals and tourists. The area boasts an array of dining and accommodation options and is close to shops and public transport. 

Somersby
The suburb is famous for an outdoor music festival hosted in 1983 and 1984. The first Narara Music Festival was held at Somersby on the Australia Day long-weekend and featured a stellar line up of Australian performers including INXS, The Divinyls, Choirboys, Cold Chisel, Rose Tattoo, Dragon and Men at Work.
 
St Huberts Island
This exclusive postcode houses some of the Central Coast’s finest homes. Waterfront properties in the canal estate sell upwards of $1.1 million. Connected to the mainland at Daleys Point, locals enjoy their own island community with the benefit of road access. The suburb was named after St Hubert the patron saint of hunters by one of its earliest residents, a Roman Catholic Priest.
 
Summerland Point
Once a sleepy holiday destination, Summerland Point is now part of the bustling suburbia that is quickly spreading along the south-eastern shores of Lake Macquarie.

Tacoma
Located where the mouth of the Wyong River meets Tuggerah Lakes, Tacoma is a favoured inland fishing spot by locals in the know. The suburb is conveniently located near Wyong’s CBD and Westfields Tuggerah, the super-sized shopping centre that many consider to be the gateway to the sleepy lakeside hamlets that dot the area. Property prices are affordable making it a popular address for young families and first homebuyers.

Terrigal
Once a sleepy fishing village, Terrigal is now one of the Central Coast’s most upmarket suburbs. The resort town is characterised by a row of stately Norfolk pines that line the beachfront. The cosmopolitan restaurants and cafes that line the main street are some of the Coast’s best, offering everything from sophisticated dining through to casual but tasty take-away fare.
 
The Entrance
An angler’s paradise it is no surprise that The Entrance was established as a fishing village in the 1820s. Located at the mouth of the channel to Tuggerah Lake, The Entrance provides perfect conditions for fishing and prawning. The area is known for its huge pelican population and everyday at 3.30pm they flock to be fed at a special ramp on the ocean side of the bridge.

The Entrance North
Bordered by the beach, lakes and national park The Entrance North is an exclusive pocket of real estate. Surfing and fishing are the main drawcards of this suburb and many holiday-makers flood the area over summer to do just that.

Toowoon Bay
Named NSW’s cleanest beach for two years running, Toowoon Bay is loved by locals and tourists alike. Nestled between Blue Bay and Little Bay the suburb was put on the world map thanks to Kim’s Retreat, a member of the elite Small Luxury Hotels of the World. The area was nicknamed Chinaman’s Bay after Chinese fisherman established a base in the late 1820s.

Toukley
Bordered by lakes, Toukley is a water sports playground. Like many of the region’s suburbs it was once a sleepy fishing village and many of its local residents today used to spend their summer holidays here as kids. The original Toukley Bridge opened in 1939 linking the townships of Gorokan and Toukley. This was upgraded and replaced in 1985 by the bridge that remains standing today. The base of the bridge is a popular fishing spot with locals. The shores of nearby Canton Beach are also a popular spot with its picnic areas, playgrounds and safe swimming areas. It also hosts many local festivals and events including the New Years Eve and Australia Day fireworks.

Tuggerah
The gateway to the Wyong Shire, Tuggerah is best known for the giant Westfield Shopping Centre in the centre of the suburb. The suburb is one of the Central Coast’s major regional centres with several business parks, shopping complexes and new housing estates within its borders. 

Tuggerawong
Cute weatherboard cottages once dominated this lakeside suburb. These homes have since been replaced by red brick bungalows as well as the occasional architectural design leaving few of the original weatherboards still standing. Entry level to the market is around $300,000.

Tumbi Umbi
The popular tourist town of Tumbi Umbi is set on the edge of a creek of the same name. Its Aboriginal meaning is a ‘place of much water’, which accurately described the swamp land that has since been extensively drained and populated with housing, industrial estates and the popular Mingara Recreation Club.

Umina Beach
The Ocean Beach Tourist Park is one of the reasons that keep tourists coming back to Umina Beach, but it is the suburb’s laid back lifestyle and majestic views across to Lion Island that appeal to locals. Umina Beach borders the Brisbane Waters National Park that protects 12000ha of spectacular rugged sandstone country.

Vales Point
The original Vales Point Power Station was built in 1960, the first major power station in New South Wales to be located near its fuel source. It is one of two coal powered stations on the shores of Lake Macquarie. The stacks of Vales Point Power Station are now a local landmark and part of the area’s landscape.

Wadalba
Up until the late 1990s Wadalba was nothing more than farmlands and uncleared acreage. Developers have since transformed the suburb into a bustling residential area with company homes lining its manicured streets. With its proximity to the F3 motorway and train line, the area is favoured by those who make the daily commute to either Sydney or Newcastle.
 
Wagstaffe
In the early 1900s Wagstaffe, a 50 acre parcel of land located on the shores of Brisbane Water, was subdivided into 11 waterfront residential blocks. Today homes on these blocks are highly sought after and sell for upwards of $1.5 million. And while the local real estate may come with a hefty price tag, locals and holidaymakers love the suburb’s relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere. The picturesque suburb is on the Ettalong to Palm Beach ferry route.

Wamberal
Almost as famous as its glamorous neighbour Terrigal, Wamberal boasts a fabulous beach, great surf conditions and safe lagoons. The local streets are lined with million dollar homes with the odd chic eatery or boutique in between. The suburb is surrounded by National Parks and nature reserves. The Wamberal Lagoon Nature Reserve protects the estuary and consists of 140 hectares of shallow lakes. The nearby Wyrrabalong National Park offers magnificent rocky headlands and rainforest.

Warnervale
For more than 30 years Warnervale has been identified as a major growth area in metropolitan planning strategies for the Central Coast. Although there are still pockets of rural properties, the suburb is largely unrecognisable from its origins as a farming region. Like its surrounding suburbs, Warnervale is fast becoming a bustling residential area dotted with new housing estates. The area is named after Albert Hamlyn Warner, a prominent landowner in the early 1900s.
 
Watanobbi
Located on the outskirts of Wyong this Central Coast suburb offers proximity and affordability. The streets are lined with older style brick bungalows and new company homes with properties priced around the $350,000 mark. Wyong Station is located close by as is the F3 Sydney to Newcastle Freeway.

Wendoree Park
This quiet, bushland settlement in the Gosford shire is located less than an hour north of Sydney and is accessible by both road and river.
Located at the mouth of Mangrove Creek where it meets the Hawkesbury River, Wendoree Park boasts some great little fishing spots.

Wobby Beach
Locals love the laidback lifestyle on offer at Wobby Beach. Accessible only by boat from Brooklyn, residents get to and from home either by ferry, water taxi or private boat. Properties here enjoy peace and quiet as well as endless views of the Hawkesbury River

Woongarrah
Like most of the suburbs located within the Warnervale development precinct, Woongarrah once consisted mostly of undulating rural properties and cow paddocks. In the past few years those green pastures have been replaced with modern housing estates such as Woongarrah Waters a master-planned community focused around three hectares of gorgeous wetlands.

Woy Woy
Located on the banks of the Brisbane Waters, Woy Woy is a fishing village revered for its relaxed, country charm. Its origins date back to the 1820s when local forests were felled to provide timber for the local boat building industry. In the 1880s 10 million bricks were unloaded at Brick Wharf to build the Woy Woy rail tunnel.

Wyee
The opening of the railway in the 1880s is credited with bringing some of Wyee’s early residents. In 1878 locals chipped in to build a school and employ a teacher. A year later a government provisional school opened in the suburb, putting the privately run institution out of business in 1883.

Wyoming
Located on the outskirts of Gosford, Wyoming is a popular choice among young families and first homebuyers as it offers convenience and affordability. The suburb boasts excellent amenities plus an abundance of cafes, shops and parks.

Wyong
The epicentre of the bustling Wyong Shire, Wyong is a town rich in history. There are several old buildings dating back to the 1800s including the oldest house in the shire – Alison Homestead built by one of the coast’s earliest settlers Charles Alison. The town thrived following the opening of the Sydney to Newcastle railway line in 1889. The opening of the freeway in the 1960s and the electrification of the railway line further fuelled growth in the area.

Wyongah
Located on the shores of Tuggerah Lake, Wyongah is popular among young families and retirees. Houses vary from older-style cottages to company built estate homes and sprawling architect designed mansions. The suburb is close to schools, shops and Wyong hospital.

Yarramalong
Rich in history Yarramalong is home to some of the Wyong Shire’s oldest and most treasured buildings including the Yarramalong Public School c1891, the Yarramalong Hall c1904, and the Shire’s oldest standing Church St Barnabas’ Church that was built in 1885. The intimate country town is picturesque with trees hanging over the road and its own general store. It is also home to author Bryce Courtney and a handful of tourist attractions including Australia’s southern most macadamia nut farm, Treetop Adventure Park, Cedar Park Lavender Farm and Amazement.
 
Yattalunga
Located in the Gosford Shire, Yattalunga offers residents an enviable lifestyle with many of its homes overlooking the beautiful Brisbane Water. Properties range from cute original cottages to sprawling waterfront mansions. Do as the locals do and cast a fishing line from one of the many spots along the foreshore and enjoy some of the Central Coast’s most beautiful sunsets.