Overall score
Erina
59.0/100
Gosford
61.0/100
Erina vs Gosford, NSW suburb comparison
Erina for investment and value; Gosford for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
ErinaGosford
Crime rate
Erina
113.3 / 1k
Gosford
113.2 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Erina
212
Gosford
332
Population
Erina
5,205
Gosford
4,873
Metric leadErina 2Gosford 81 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Erina | Gosford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59.0/100 | 61.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.1/100 | 33.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 113.3 / 1k | 113.2 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 13 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | 8 |
| Public transport stops | 90 | 113 |
| Walkability | 85.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 212 | 332 |
| Planning activity | 12 | 9 |
| Population | 5,205 | 4,873 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 6/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Erina is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby, and Gosford is a well-serviced metro mid-sized suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Erina is stronger for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile; Gosford answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Erina the better fit, while retirees and families are more likely to prefer Gosford.