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Kincumber South
Central CoastNew South Wales
Amy St Wharf looking at Kincumber south - panoramio.jpg
Kincumber South over the water viewed from Davistown
Population 681 (2011 census)
 • Density 524/km2 (1,360/sq mi)
Postcode(s) 2251
Elevation 14 m (46 ft)
Area 1.3 km2 (0.5 sq mi)
Location
LGA(s) Central Coast Council
Parish Kincumber
State electorate(s) Terrigal
Federal Division(s) Robertson
Suburbs around Kincumber South:
Kincumber
Davistown Kincumber South Bensville
Bensville

Kincumber South is a peaceful suburb located on the beautiful Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. It's a small community that is part of the Central Coast Council area. This quiet place is known for its lovely water views and natural surroundings.

Where is Kincumber South?

Kincumber South is found in the south-eastern part of the Central Coast region. It's about 14 kilometres (about 9 miles) south-east of Gosford, which is a larger town nearby. It's also around 87 kilometres (about 54 miles) north-east of Sydney, Australia's biggest city.

Nearby Places

Kincumber South is surrounded by other interesting suburbs.

  • To its north is Kincumber, a larger suburb.
  • To the west, across the water, is Davistown.
  • To the east and south, you'll find Bensville.

These nearby areas help make Kincumber South a connected part of the Central Coast community.

Living in Kincumber South

Kincumber South is a small suburb with a population of about 681 people, based on the 2011 census. This means it's a quiet place to live, often chosen by people who enjoy a relaxed lifestyle. The suburb covers an area of about 1.3 square kilometres (about 0.5 square miles).

Local Government and Representation

Like all places in Australia, Kincumber South is part of a local government area.

  • Local Council: It's looked after by the Central Coast Council. This council helps manage local services like roads, parks, and rubbish collection.
  • State Government: For state-level decisions, Kincumber South is in the Terrigal electoral district. This means residents vote for a representative in the New South Wales Parliament.
  • Federal Government: At the national level, the suburb is part of the Robertson electoral division. This division elects a representative to the Australian Parliament in Canberra.

These different levels of government work together to serve the community and make important decisions.

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