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Killcare

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2257
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KILLCARE, 2257 delivered a stronger performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value.

Average median house prices in NSW have risen as a whole, pulling KILLCARE, 2257 values up and netting property investors a capital gain of 13.13% for the past year.

Investors saw the median home price rise to $1,895,000.

Profits due to an downward trend in home prices in the suburb averaged -2.78% per annum over a 3-year period.

KILLCARE now ranks at the 1202nd place on a list of fastest growing suburbs in the territory.

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

Because of this real estate investors could earn a rental income of N/A based on current median home prices.

Regardless, it is expected for properties to spend some time on the market prior to a successful sale. In KILLCARE, homes and units usually stay on listing for an average of N/A.

In 2016, 20 properties were sold in KILLCARE during the past year, making it the 927th most active market in NSW based on total real estate transactions.

Surburb overview

Killcare, postcode 2257, is a coastal suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, situated about 95 kilometres north of Sydney CBD and around 25 kilometres south-east of Gosford CBD. It forms part of the Central Coast Council local government area. It is situated at the southern end of the Bouddi Peninsula, bordered by Bouddi National Park, Hardy's Bay, and the Pacific Ocean.

The suburb has a population of just over 1,300 residents, according to the latest census. Demographic trends indicate a higher proportion of older residents than the state average, though families and younger households are present. Housing predominantly consists of detached dwellings, many with ocean or bushland views, alongside several holiday rentals and weekend homes, reflecting the suburb’s dual role as both a residential community and a holiday retreat.

Public transport is provided by Busways, which connects Killcare to Woy Woy and Gosford. Woy Woy railway station, located about 12 kilometres away, gives access to regular trains to Sydney and Newcastle. Ferry services from nearby Wagstaffe and Ettalong provide a direct link to Palm Beach on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Road access is available via Scenic Road, which winds through the Bouddi Peninsula and connects to surrounding suburbs.

Essential establishments in Killcare include a small selection of cafes, shops, and restaurants along the main strip, with larger shopping options available in Ettalong Beach and at Erina Fair, which is approximately a 30-minute drive away. Primary education is provided nearby at Pretty Beach Public School, while secondary schools are located in Woy Woy, Kincumber and other surrounding areas. Health services are available through local medical centres, with Gosford Hospital providing comprehensive care.

Recreational opportunities in Killcare are extensive. Killcare Beach is patrolled during the summer months and is popular for swimming, surfing and fishing. The adjoining Putty Beach and Bouddi National Park offer scenic bushwalking tracks, including the Bouddi Coastal Walk, which provides views of the rugged coastline. The surrounding waterways of Brisbane Water offer additional opportunities for boating, kayaking, and sailing, making outdoor activities central to daily life in the suburb.

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