The Entrance & Lakes
Living in Tumbi Umbi, NSW
Suburb guide, prices & lifestyle
At a glance
Tumbi Umbi (postcode 2261) in The Entrance & Lakes is a leafy suburban setting close to bushland reserves, about an hour from Sydney by road or rail. It suits families wanting parks, schools and good value. The median house price is $1,057,500 and a 3-bed house typically rents for around $680/wk. The nearest train access is Tuggerah (bus). Last updated: November 2026.
Quick facts: Tumbi Umbi
- Postcode
- NSW 2261
- Region
- The Entrance & Lakes
- Median house price
- $1,057,500
- Median unit price
- $632,500
- Median 3-bed house rent
- $680/wk
- Nearest train station
- Tuggerah (bus)
Last updated: November 2026
The area
About Tumbi Umbi
Tumbi Umbi sits in The Entrance & Lakes on the NSW Central Coast, around 75–90 minutes north of Sydney by road and a little over an hour by train from Central Station. It is a leafy residential area fringed by bushland reserves and creeks, with the sort of quiet streets that make the Central Coast attractive to tree-changers.
Life in Tumbi Umbi is quietly suburban — local parks, a primary school and a village shop strip give it a neighbourhood feel while the Coast's larger centres are only minutes away.
Housing in Tumbi Umbi is predominantly detached family homes on level blocks, with a median house price of $1,057,500. It remains one of the more accessible entry points to The Entrance & Lakes for buyers who want space and Coast lifestyle.
There is no train station in Tumbi Umbi itself; buses connect residents to Gosford or Tuggerah stations. Nearby national parks and reserves give Tumbi Umbi direct access to bushwalking, lookouts and native wildlife.
For families, Tumbi Umbi offers parks, a local primary school and the kind of neighbourly streets where kids still ride to the corner shop. The trade-off is usually distance from the rail line, which buyers weigh against the price and lifestyle.
Market data
Property prices in Tumbi Umbi
The median house price in Tumbi Umbi is $1,057,500 (sales median, NSW Valuer General, Jul 2026). The median unit price is $632,500 (sales median, NSW Valuer General, Jul 2026).
Last updated: November 2026
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Tenancy
Renting in Tumbi Umbi
In postcode 2261, the median rent for a 3-bed house is $680/wk and the median unit rent is $650/wk. These are postcode-level medians from NSW Fair Trading rental bond data over the 12 months to July 2026.
Last updated: November 2026
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Education
Schools in Tumbi Umbi
Schools serving Tumbi Umbi include:
| School | Type | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Killarney Vale Public School | Government | Primary |
| Berkeley Vale Public School | Government | Primary |
| Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College | Government | Secondary |
Check school catchments at the NSW Department of Education School Finder.
Getting around
Transport in Tumbi Umbi
The nearest train access for Tumbi Umbi is Tuggerah (bus). Bus connections run to the nearest station on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line. The M1 Pacific Motorway is the main road link — from Tumbi Umbi, the drive to Gosford is around 15–30 minutes, to Sydney about 75–90 minutes, and to Newcastle about 60–75 minutes.
Lifestyle
Amenities & lifestyle in Tumbi Umbi
Tumbi Umbi's lifestyle draws on its family suburb, tumbi umbi creek, mingara recreation club nearby. Bushland reserves border the suburb, with walking trails, lookouts and native birdlife a short stroll away. Local parks, sports fields and a primary school make it a practical, family-friendly base.
The honest view
Pros & cons of living in Tumbi Umbi
Pros
Bushland, national parks and walking trails on the doorstep.
Cons
Bushfire zoning — always check the BAL rating before purchasing.
Pros
Family-friendly streets, parks and good-value detached homes.
Cons
Further from the coast and the premier beach suburbs.
Pros
Affordable for the Coast and close to core employment hubs.
Cons
No train station in the suburb — buses required to reach the rail line.
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Answered
Frequently asked questions about Tumbi Umbi
Is Tumbi Umbi a good place to live?+
Yes. Tumbi Umbi offers good-value Central Coast living with parks, schools and easy access to the region's beaches and lakes. The median house price is $1,057,500.
How far is Tumbi Umbi from Sydney?+
Tumbi Umbi is roughly 75–90 minutes' drive from central Sydney via the M1, and about 60–75 minutes by train from Central Station with a bus connection to the nearest station.
What is the median house price in Tumbi Umbi?+
The median house price in Tumbi Umbi is $1,057,500 (sales median, NSW Valuer General, Jul 2026). A 3-bed house rents for around $680/wk. Last updated November 2026.
What schools are in Tumbi Umbi?+
Tumbi Umbi's schools include Killarney Vale Public School, Berkeley Vale Public School, Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College.
Is Tumbi Umbi good for investors?+
Tumbi Umbi can work for investors seeking steady family rental demand. A 3-bed house rents for around $680/wk, based on postcode 2261 bond data. Always run your own numbers and check current zoning.
Reviewed by locals
Written and reviewed by Richard Ruhl & Ladele Jones, Central Coast locals with Coronis Real Estate. Last reviewed: November 2026.
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