North Avoca
Due to its desirable location and relaxed ambiance, North Avoca has become increasingly sought after by both homebuyers and holidaymakers. It is easily one of the most desirable places to live on the Central Coast. The suburb's proximity to amenities in neighbouring suburbs of Terrigal, Kincumber and Avoca Beach, together with its beautiful beach, ensures residents have everything they need within easy reach.
At a glance
- Population: 2,318
- Area size: 1.50 km²
- Median weekly household income: $2,800
- Median monthly mortgage repayments: $2,958
Source: dijones.com.au
Living on the Central Coast
What it's like to live in North Avoca
North Avoca is a small, tightly held suburb of just over 2,300 people across 1.50 square kilometres, about 50 kilometres from the Sydney CBD. The population has fluctuated rather than grown in a straight line, dipping to 1,953 in 2011 before climbing back to 2,318 by 2021.
North Avoca Population & Household Growth Over Time
| 2001 | 2006 | 2011 | 2016 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,149 | 2,270 | 1,953 | 2,200 | 2,318 |
| Median weekly household income | No data | $1,420 | $1,791 | $2,215 | $2,511 |
| Medial Monthly Mortgage Repayments | No data | $1,800 | $2,297 | $2,210 | $2,509 |
| Percentage of Owner Occupier | 74% | 71% | 78% | 79% | 83% |
| Percentage of Renter | 26% | 29% | 22% | 21% | 17% |
| Total Dwellings | 1,083 | 1,087 | 1,017 | 1,026 | 1,004 |
| Average People per Household | No Data | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
Owner-occupiers currently make up 83% of households, with renters at 17%, a share that has climbed steadily since 2006. It's an overwhelmingly house-first suburb: 92% of dwellings are separate houses, with a small remainder split between townhouses and apartments.
The leading occupations locally are Professionals (35%, the highest proportion of any suburb built so far in this project), Managers (18%) and Technicians and Trades Workers (11%). The top employing industries are Hospitals (excluding psychiatric), Secondary Education and Primary Education.
Housing options for owner-occupiers
In terms of property types, North Avoca offers a diverse range of options to suit various preferences and budgets. While the suburb predominantly consists of free-standing homes, there are also a small number of townhouses and apartments available. Some of the Central Coast's best beachfront properties are also located in North Avoca, though they rarely come to market. The majority of properties in North Avoca are owned with a mortgage, and occupied by families with children. If you're after a Central Coast acreage, North Avoca is not the suburb for you.
Current property snapshot (October 2026)
| Metric | Houses | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Median Price | $1,622,500 | No data |
| Median Rent (per week) | $900 | $600 |
| Typical time to sell | ~52 days | No data |
| Gross rental yield | 2.88% | No data |
How Prices Have Moved Over Time (Houses)
| Period | Change |
|---|---|
| 3 Months | 0.46% ($7,500) |
| 12 Months | -2.84% (-$47,500) |
| 3 Years | 2.20% ($35,000) |
| 5 Years | -3.71% (-$62,500) |
| 5-year average annual growth | -0.75% |
| 10-year average annual growth | 5.64% |
| 20-year average annual growth | 5.01% |
| 30-year average annual growth | 7.10% |
Renting in North Avoca
Median rent for a house in North Avoca is $900 a week, up slightly (0.56%) over the past quarter but down 4.26% over the year, while still up 20.00% over five years. Units sit at $600 a week, flat over the quarter, down a sharper 17.24% over the year, and up 20.00% over five years.
Schools and childcare
Public schools: properties in North Avoca are zoned for Terrigal Public School and Terrigal High School.
Private schools: North Avoca is close to a number of private schools, including Central Coast Grammar School (K-12), Central Coast Adventist School (K-12), Holy Cross Catholic School at Kincumber (K-6) and Our Lady Star Of The Sea (K-6). Further out towards Gosford you'll find more private school options for both primary and high school.
Health and everyday amenities
Day-to-day needs are otherwise well covered nearby in Terrigal, which offers supermarkets, cafes, dining and medical services just a short drive away.
An exclusive, high-income beachside neighbourhood
North Avoca's SEIFA scores (the ABS's measure of relative socio-economic advantage) have sat at the very top of the scale, around 10 out of 10, across every Census since 2001, well above the mid-point of 5. That tracks with the suburb's income data: median weekly household income of $2,800 is the highest of any suburb built so far in this project, and owner-occupiers now make up 83% of households. There's no public or community housing in North Avoca at all, so this isn't a due diligence flag. Worth noting honestly: despite that strong socio-economic profile, house prices here are down 2.84% over the past 12 months and 3.71% over five years, a reminder that even sought-after suburbs can see short-term softening.
Getting around
North Avoca is an 18 minute drive to Gosford train station, or a 24 minute drive to the M1 motorway, which connects to both Sydney and Newcastle.
Our local favourite
A Sharp Property Buyers recommendation in North Avoca is The Boy & The Rose.
North Avoca presents an enticing blend of coastal charm, natural beauty and modern conveniences, making it a highly desirable place to call home. If you're ready to make the move to North Avoca, reach out to our team today and find out why we're the most highly rated buyers agent team on the Central Coast.
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