Mid-Coast Council
Forster, NSW 2428
Forster-Tuncurry - Greater Region
Overview
Diversity
Overall Safety
Population
Key StatisticsBased on ABS Estimate Resident Population | Forster |
|---|---|
| Population | 14,222 |
| Growth Rate 1yr | 0.59% |
| Average 5yr Growth | -0.01% |
| Forecast Average 5yr Growth | 0.23% |
Forster currently has a population of 14,222. The 1 year growth rate is at 0.59%, while its Annual 5 Average Years Growth Rate is at -0.01%. By 2028, the population is forecasted to be at 14,385, with average 5yr of 0.23%.
Disclaimer. The forecasted values are based on current assumptions, trends, and available data at the time of publication. These forecast are subject to change and may not accurately reflect future growth and population. Users should not realy solely on these forecasts for decision making purposes.
Crime & Safety
Violent Crime
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Forster-Tuncurry |
|---|---|---|
| Antisocial Behaviour | 949.2 | 900.7 |
| Disorderly Conduct | 281.3 | 244.9 |
| Assault | 1,293.8 | 1,198 |
| Sexual Assault | 372.7 | 358.5 |
| Robbery | 14.1 | 13.1 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0|
| Total | 2,911.1 | 2,715.2 |
Forster is ranked 3 / 3 in Greater Forster-Tuncurry in terms of people safety. It has significantly higher people crime rate compare to Greater Forster-Tuncurry. From 2023 to 2024, people crime has decreased by 11.91%.
Property Crime
CrimeCalculated per 100,000 residents | Latest Rate | Greater Forster-Tuncurry |
|---|---|---|
| Theft | 3,480.5 | 3,191.8 |
| Property Damage | 808.6 | 773.9 |
| Arson | 21.1 | 30.6 |
| Total | 4,310.2 | 3,996.3 |
Forster is ranked 3 / 3 in Greater Forster-Tuncurry in terms of property safety. It has significantly higher property crime rate compare to Greater Forster-Tuncurry. From 2023 to 2024, property crime has decreased by 27.37%.
Nearby Schools
Schools Catchment Zone within Suburb
Schools Nearby
Disclaimer. Always check directly with the school to vertify local catchment and intake area.
Diversity
Land Composition
Residential
84.9%
Retail
10.6%
Industrial
2.7%
Commercial
1.0%
Hospital
0.8%
Amenities
Supermarkets
- • Coles
- • ALDI
- • Woolworths
Hospitals
- • Forster Private Hospital
Shopping Centres
- • Stockland Forster
(medium centre)
Climate
Average Monthly Temperatures
Neighbouring Suburbs
There are 3 suburbs neighbouring Forster: