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Somersby, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Somersby is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,046. Elevation: 827 ft (252 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,046 Population 4/sq mi density
827 ft Elevation 252 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$29,305 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$29,305 median income, 3.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

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About Somersby

Somersby is a semi-rural locality of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, to the northwest of Gosford along the Pacific Highway. It is part of the Central Coast Council local government area.

People

Population1,046
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$29,305
Per Capita$29,305
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

C+
Home Value$214,000
Rent$1,070
Ownership72.8%
Housing Units418

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Population1,046
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Coordinates-33.3667°, 151.2833°
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$29,305
Median Age47.0 years

About Somersby

Somersby is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,046. The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet (252 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.

Somersby has a population of 1,046 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 265.8 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,046
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
265.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Somersby vs Australia Average

The median household income in Somersby is $29,305, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,305 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $564, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 99 business establishments.

Income: Somersby vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,305
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,305
Avg Weekly Wage$564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)99

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Somersby is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,070 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 72.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 418 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,000
24% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,070
8% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.8%
Owner-Occupied72.8%
Renter-Occupied27.2%
Housing Units418

Property Tax

Climate in Somersby

Somersby has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1128 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 16.3° / 27.1° 106.5
Feb 21.4°C / 71°F 16.4° / 26.3° 142.4
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 14.6° / 25.1° 122.0
Apr 16.9°C / 62°F 11.7° / 22.1° 102.5
May 14.2°C / 58°F 9.4° / 19° 111.4
Jun 11.9°C / 53°F 7.4° / 16.4° 131.4
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 6.3° / 16° 59.1
Aug 12.1°C / 54°F 6.4° / 17.9° 62.5
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 53.1
Oct 16.9°C / 62°F 10.8° / 23° 69.1
Nov 18.7°C / 66°F 12.9° / 24.5° 92.3
Dec 20°C / 68°F 14.6° / 25.3° 75.5
Somersby 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 827 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

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area265.8 sq mi (688.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-33.3667°N, 151.2833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.24"

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 46 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 77 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 123 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 126 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 127 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 121 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 130 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 109 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 92 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 95 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 123 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 134 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 140 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 53 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 102 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 81 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 111 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 120 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 134 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in
March 68°F (20°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 4.2 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in Coldest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
December 69°F (21°C) 3.5 in

Somersby has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 54°F in June to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Somersby

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Somersby Public School
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Radio Stations near Somersby

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple J AAC+ 56 kbps
triple j (NSW) dance, hip-hop AAC 238 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
CADA (MP3) urban MP3 128 kbps
ABC 702kHz AM Sydney NSW Local Radio 20220701 contemporary, current affairs AAC 94 kbps
ABC Classic FM 20220701 classic, news AAC 238 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
SBS PopAsia c-pop, cantonese AAC+ 97 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Northside Radio 99.3 AAC+ 128 kbps
Power Cuts Radio AAC+ 64 kbps

Museums in Somersby

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 Somersby

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
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
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 Somersby

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

Gas Stations in Somersby

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #4912695641

Breweries in Somersby

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

Stadiums & Teams in Somersby

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Somersby

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportWSILarge Airport
(Duplicate)Western Sydney International AirportLarge Airport
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International AirportSYDLarge Airport
Camden AirportCDUMedium Airport
RAAF Base RichmondXRHMedium Airport
Sydney Bankstown AirportBWUMedium Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Holsworthy (Military) AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
St Mary's / Kennetts AirfieldSmall Airport
The Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Tucker Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Somersby

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Glen Centre

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Somersby

What is the population of Somersby?

Somersby has a population of 1,046 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 265.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Somersby expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,305, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,070 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Somersby?

Somersby 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 Somersby?

Somersby has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $564. There are 99 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Somersby?

The median home value in Somersby is $214,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,070. The homeownership rate is 72.8%.

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