Emerald Beach
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Emerald Beach, NSW 2456.
About Emerald Beach
Welcome to Emerald Beach
Emerald Beach sits on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, roughly midway between Coffs Harbour and Woolgoolga, with the Pacific Highway and Coffs Coast holiday strip running through its backyard. It's the kind of place people move to for the beach itself rather than for convenience — a low-key coastal village built around a long stretch of sand, a headland reserve, and a scattering of streets that don't see much through-traffic.
With a population of around 2,677 and a median age of 41, Emerald Beach has the feel of a settled seaside community rather than a holiday-let hotspot, though it still draws its share of weekenders and retirees. It suits buyers after a genuine beach lifestyle with a slower pace, families wanting space and water on their doorstep, and anyone happy to trade big-city amenity for daily ocean views.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Emerald Beach revolves around the coastline — surfing, swimming, fishing off the headland, and walking the reserve that separates the village from the sand. The local shops and a handful of cafes cover the day-to-day essentials, and residents often head a few minutes north to Woolgoolga or south to Moonee Beach and Sandy Beach for a wider spread of dining, bakeries and takeaway options. It's a community where the beach itself is the main attraction rather than a busy retail or cafe strip.
Shopping
For everyday groceries and essentials, Emerald Beach has a small local store, with more comprehensive shopping found in nearby Woolgoolga and the larger Coffs Harbour CBD a short drive south. Coffs Harbour brings full-scale supermarkets, shopping centres and speciality retail into easy reach for anything beyond the basics.
Getting around
The Pacific Highway runs close by, making it straightforward to reach Coffs Harbour to the south or Woolgoolga just to the north, both handy for work, schooling and larger shopping needs. Coffs Harbour also provides access to the regional airport and the North Coast rail line, giving Emerald Beach residents reasonable connections up and down the coast despite the village's quiet, tucked-away feel. Locally, most getting around is on foot or by car, with the beach, headland and reserve all within easy walking distance of home.
Schools & families
Families in Emerald Beach typically look to Woolgoolga and Coffs Harbour for schooling options, both within easy commuting distance along the highway. The village itself suits families who want their children growing up with a beach on the doorstep, with neighbouring Sandy Beach and Moonee Beach offering similar family-friendly, low-density surrounds.
Parks & recreation
The standout drawcard is the beach and its adjoining headland reserve, offering walking tracks, ocean views and access to surf breaks and fishing spots. It's a magnet for anyone who wants an outdoors-focused routine — morning swims, coastal walks, or simply watching the water from a headland bench — and the more sheltered stretches at Moonee Beach and Sandy Beach nearby give further options for swimming and recreation.
The property market
Emerald Beach's median house price currently sits at $1.09 million, with recent growth of 2.4% suggesting a steady, if unspectacular, market rather than a fast-moving one. Median rent is $850 a week, reflecting solid demand for coastal rentals in a tightly held village. Current listings are dominated by houses, which make up 79% of stock, with land making up 14% and townhouses a smaller 7% — underlining that this is very much a house-and-land market rather than one geared toward higher-density living. Buyers after an alternative can look to Sandy Beach, Moonee Beach or Woolgoolga, all offering similar coastal living with their own price points and stock profiles.
Market snapshot
Emerald Beach property market
Median sale price
$1.09m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$850
per week
Gross rental yield
4.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$913k
Median
$1.09m
Premium
$1.53m
Days on market
29
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
14
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +5.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Emerald Beach by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Emerald Beach, NSW 2456.
Population
2,677
residents (2021)
Median age
41
years
Household income
$1,813
median, per week
Median rent
$463
per week
Median mortgage
$1,950
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Emerald Beach
$890k
11 Serenity Bay Road
Sold ~June 2026
$920k
24 Lights Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Emerald Beach suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Emerald Beach?
The median house price in Emerald Beach, NSW is $1.09m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 2.4%.
How much is rent in Emerald Beach?
The median weekly rent in Emerald Beach is around $850 per week.
Is Emerald Beach a good place to live?
Emerald Beach is a village in White River Township, Barry County, Missouri, United States. Emerald Beach is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 2,677.
What is the population of Emerald Beach?
Emerald Beach has a population of 2,677 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.
How long do homes take to sell in Emerald Beach?
Properties in Emerald Beach take around 29 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Emerald Beach?
Entry-level properties in Emerald Beach start around $913k, while premium homes reach $1.53m.
What suburbs are near Emerald Beach?
Suburbs near Emerald Beach include Sandy Beach, Moonee Beach and Woolgoolga.
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