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Forresters Beach, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Forresters Beach is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,796. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
2,796 Population 2,883/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$27,682 Median Income
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Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$27,682 median income, 3.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$264,800 home value, $1,324/mo rent

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About Forresters Beach

Forresters Beach

Forresters Beach is a coastal suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia between Terrigal and Bateau Bay. It forms part of the Central Coast Council local government area. Forresters Beach's reef breaks are well known to surfers. Its name comes from Robert Forrester who purchased 50 acres (200,000 m2) of land in 1861.

People

Population2,796
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density2,883/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,682
Per Capita$27,682
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$264,800
Rent$1,324
Ownership82.9%
Housing Units1,118

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Population2,796
Population Density2,883 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates-33.4070°, 151.4760°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,682
Median Age44.0 years

About Forresters Beach

Forresters Beach is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,796. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Forresters Beach has a population of 2,796 with a density of 2,883 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,796
Total Population
2,883
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Forresters Beach vs Australia Average

The median household income in Forresters Beach is $27,682, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,682 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $532, 63% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 266 business establishments.

Income: Forresters Beach vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$27,682
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,682
Avg Weekly Wage$532

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)266

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Forresters Beach is $264,800, 6% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,324 (14% above the national average of $1,163). 82.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,118 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$264,800
6% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,324
14% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.9%
Owner-Occupied82.9%
Renter-Occupied17.1%
Housing Units1,118

Property Tax

Climate in Forresters Beach

Forresters Beach has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.5°C), the coldest is Jul (13.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1214 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.5°C / 74°F 20.2° / 26.8° 78.6
Feb 23.2°C / 74°F 20.1° / 26.2° 125.0
Mar 22.3°C / 72°F 19° / 25.6° 117.1
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 16.1° / 23.2° 141.7
May 16.8°C / 62°F 13.1° / 20.4° 100.2
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 11.1° / 18.2° 165.4
Jul 13.7°C / 57°F 9.9° / 17.5° 88.1
Aug 14.7°C / 58°F 10.5° / 18.9° 74.7
Sep 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.3° 72.9
Oct 19°C / 66°F 15° / 23.1° 74.5
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.1° 96.0
Dec 22°C / 72°F 18.6° / 25.3° 80.2
Forresters Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density2,883/sq mi
Coordinates-33.4070°N, 151.4760°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 5.94"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 55 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 88 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 135 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 138 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 139 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 133 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 137 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 116 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 101 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 108 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 113 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 147 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 148 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 35 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 104 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 97 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 122 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 131 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 130 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.7 in
February 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.8 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in Coldest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in

Forresters Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 55°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (2.6").

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Radio Stations near Forresters Beach

19 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple J AAC+ 56 kbps
Triple J (QLD) alternative, indie AAC+ 56 kbps
ABC Radio Sydney news, talk AAC 94 kbps
triple j (NSW) dance, hip-hop AAC 238 kbps
Indian link radio music MP3 128 kbps
2SM SRN Sydney news talk, sport AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Radio National Live 20220701 current affairs, news AAC 94 kbps
CADA (AAC+) urban AAC+ 48 kbps
ABC Country 20220701 country AAC 238 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
ABC Classic FM 20220701 classic, news AAC 238 kbps
ABC 702kHz AM Sydney NSW Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
CADA (MP3) urban MP3 128 kbps
SBS PopAsia c-pop, cantonese AAC+ 97 kbps
Bondi Radio (MP3) dance, electronic MP3 128 kbps
Power Cuts Radio AAC+ 64 kbps
Northside Radio 99.3 AAC+ 128 kbps
Starter FM dance, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Eastside Radio 89.7FM AAC 192 kbps

Museums in Forresters Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barkers Barn
Classroom
Henry Kendall Historical Museum
Old Sydney Town
RSL Museum
St Joseph's Boys Home Museum
Wyong District Museum & Historical Society

Libraries in Forresters Beach

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avalon Community Library0.0
Bateau Bay Village Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Erina Library0.0
Gosford Regional Library0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Information Resource Centre0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kariong Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Kincumber Library0.0
Lake Haven Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
Niagara Library0.0
The Entrance Library & Council Services0.0
Toukley Library0.0
Tuggerah Library0.0
Umina Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Woy Woy Public Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0
Wyoming Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Forresters Beach

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ettalong Markets
Ettalong Markets
Gosford City Farmers Market
Gosford City Farmers Market
Terrigal Beach Markets
Terrigal Beach Markets
Toukley Lions Markets

Hotels in Forresters Beach

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Forresters Beach Resort

Gas Stations in Forresters Beach

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol Foodary

Breweries in Forresters Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bay Rd Brewing
Bay Rd Brewing
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Hawkesbury Brewing Co
Six Strings Brewery
Six Strings Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Forresters Beach

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Airports Near Forresters Beach

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Aberfoyle AirstripSmall Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Holsworthy (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
Tucker Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Forresters Beach

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Glen Centre

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Forresters Beach

What is the population of Forresters Beach?

Forresters Beach has a population of 2,796 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,883 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Forresters Beach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,682, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $264,800 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,324 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Forresters Beach?

Forresters Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.

How is the job market in Forresters Beach?

Forresters Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $532. There are 266 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Forresters Beach?

The median home value in Forresters Beach is $264,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,324. The homeownership rate is 82.9%.

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