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Copacabana

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2251
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Based on its average 5-year and quarterly capital gains, the suburb saw average growth in the long term.

The suburb also delivered a stronger performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value. Investors saw the median home price rise to $1,665,500.

The downward trend in home prices in COPACABANA, 2251 averaged -4.11% per annum over a 3-year period.

Average weekly rents on listings have reached the $870 mark, reflecting a 2.72% increase in returns based on the current median price in COPACABANA.

An average of 4.17 real estate transactions take place per month in COPACABANA which translates to 50 per annum.

50 properties were sold in COPACABANA in 2016, making it the 389th most active market in NSW based on total real estate transactions.

COPACABANA, 2251 places 1196th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

Surburb overview

Copacabana, in the 2251 postcode on the Central Coast of New South Wales, is a coastal suburb located about 95 kilometres north of Sydney’s central business district and 17 kilometres southeast of Gosford. It is set between Avoca Beach and Macmasters Beach, with a curved bay that has developed into a residential and holiday community.

The suburb has a population of around 3,100 residents. Demographics show a mix of families, professionals, and retirees, with the median age in the early 40s. English is the predominant language spoken at home, with a modest presence of residents from European and Asian backgrounds. Housing consists mainly of detached dwellings on sloping blocks, many designed to capture ocean views, alongside some holiday rentals and townhouses.

Public transport is provided through local bus services connecting Copacabana to Gosford, Avoca Beach, and Kincumber. The nearest train station is Gosford, on the Central Coast and Newcastle Line, offering intercity services to Sydney and Newcastle. Copacabana Drive and Del Monte Place provide local road access, linking the suburb to surrounding coastal areas and the Central Coast Highway.

Essential establishments in Copacabana include Copacabana Public School, small shopping strips featuring cafés, restaurants, and convenience outlets, as well as a community surf lifesaving club. Larger retail and medical services are found in Kincumber, Erina Fair, and Gosford. Secondary education is available in neighbouring Kincumber and Terrigal, while Gosford Hospital is the closest central healthcare facility.

Recreational opportunities are centred around the beach and natural landscape. Copacabana Beach is patrolled and popular for surfing, swimming, and fishing, with a rock pool offering safe swimming for children. The adjoining lagoon provides kayaking and paddleboarding, while local parks and foreshore reserves cater to families. Bouddi National Park and Macmasters Beach are nearby, offering walking tracks, lookouts, and additional coastal recreation. Copacabana’s setting, framed by the Pacific Ocean and surrounding bushland, supports a strong beachside lifestyle within the Central Coast.

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