Matcham

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2250
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Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in MATCHAM are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

This number can mean, real estate investors could earn a rental income of N/A based on current median home prices for the suburb.

On average, rents on listings have reached the N/A mark, reflecting a N/A increase in returns based on the current median price in MATCHAM.

MATCHAM, 2250 ranks 1335th in NSW in terms of median property value increase and capital gains, based on year-to-date figures.

While it ranks 1455th on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in NSW, posting a N/A return.

Surburb overview

Matcham, in the 2250 postcode on the Central Coast of New South Wales, is a semi-rural suburb situated about 82 kilometres north of Sydney’s central business district and 12 kilometres east of Gosford. It lies between Holgate and Wamberal, with a landscape characterised by bushland, acreage properties, and quiet residential streets, offering a mix of rural seclusion and proximity to coastal amenities.

The population of Matcham is small, numbering only a few hundred residents. Demographics show a community dominated by families and mature households, with the median age higher than the state average. Properties are generally larger acreages, reflecting the suburb’s rural zoning and lifestyle orientation. English is the primary language spoken at home, with limited cultural diversity compared to larger Central Coast centres.

Public transport in Matcham is limited. Local bus services operate along nearby routes, connecting residents to Erina, Gosford, and surrounding suburbs, but most travel is by private vehicle. The closest railway station is Gosford, located on the Central Coast and Newcastle Line, providing intercity services to Sydney and Newcastle. Access roads such as Matcham Road link the suburb to the Central Coast Highway and Erina Fair.

Essential establishments are not located within Matcham itself. Residents rely on nearby Erina for retail and healthcare, with Erina Fair offering supermarkets, specialty stores, and medical services. Local schools such as Central Coast Grammar School in Erina Heights, Erina Heights Public School, and Terrigal High School serve families in the area. Gosford Hospital provides major healthcare facilities within a short drive.

Recreational opportunities are centred on the suburb’s natural surrounds. Matcham is bordered by Katandra Reserve, which offers bushwalking tracks, birdwatching, and picnic areas. Residents also have easy access to Terrigal Beach and Wamberal Beach for swimming, surfing, and coastal walks. Horse riding, cycling, and outdoor leisure are everyday activities on local properties and trails, reflecting the semi-rural lifestyle that defines the community.

 

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