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Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia has an estimated 3,873 residents, up 4.4% since the 2021 Census, with 97 projects tracked in the area around Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 135 kilometres east-northeast from Canberra CBD, the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an attractive regional setting distinguished by picturesque landscapes, tranquil rolling hills, pristine waterways, and lush native forests. Highly regarded for its laid-back lifestyle, warm community feel, and peaceful villages, the region offers superb natural amenity for bushwalking, birdwatching, and fishing. According to AreaSearch evaluations, the estimated resident population (ERP) reached approximately 3,873 as of Aug 2026. This reflects an addition of 165 people (4.4%) since the 2021 Census count of 3,708 people, underpinned by an official ABS ERP of 3,860 as of June 2025 and 91 validated new addresses confirmed thereafter.
The local property market is defined by low sales turnover relative to population scale, with a strong prevalence of outright home ownership and a dominant detached dwelling profile.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 135 kilometres east-northeast from Canberra CBD, the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an attractive regional setting distinguished by picturesque landscapes, tranquil rolling hills, pristine waterways, and lush native forests. Highly regarded for its laid-back lifestyle, warm community feel, and peaceful villages, the region offers superb natural amenity for bushwalking, birdwatching, and fishing. According to AreaSearch evaluations, the estimated resident population (ERP) reached approximately 3,873 as of Aug 2026. This reflects an addition of 165 people (4.4%) since the 2021 Census count of 3,708 people, underpinned by an official ABS ERP of 3,860 as of June 2025 and 91 validated new addresses confirmed thereafter.
The local property market is defined by low sales turnover relative to population scale, with a strong prevalence of outright home ownership and a dominant detached dwelling profile.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,745 in 2001 and 3,860 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,873 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 14.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.8%.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 75th for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia is $526 a week, up 3.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 9% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.3%.
9% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $349 in 2017, $549 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 609 Woollamia Road, Woollamia NSW 2540 | $400,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 125 Old Princes Highway, Falls Creek NSW 2540 | $1,200,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Amaryllis Way, Tomerong NSW 2540 | $1,285,000 | 3 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 176 Evelyn Road, Tomerong NSW 2540 | $1,500,000 | 24 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 39 Hill Street, Tomerong NSW 2540 | $1,780,000 | 8 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 225 Parma Road, Parma NSW 2540 | $1,700,000 | 26 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Laurina Place, Bewong NSW 2540 | $1,150,000 | 22 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 2 Streamside Street, Woollamia NSW 2540 | $675,000 | 17 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 30 Hart Road, Falls Creek NSW 2540 | $1,000,000 | 13 Apr 2026 | Street address |
| 23 Edendale Street, Woollamia NSW 2540 | $2,001,000 | 10 Apr 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 25 Sep 2025 (the latest settled 14 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,170,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $526 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.37m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,170,000 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 25 Sep 2025 to 14 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $549 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $426 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Shoalhaven | $567 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Shoalhaven, over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 82 tracked applications: 22 approved, 23 under assessment, 37 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 97 projects in and around Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia, 27 of them under construction.
A $164 million grade-separated interchange upgrade at the junction of the Princes Highway and Jervis Bay Road at Falls Creek, south of Nowra. The project delivers a new overpass bridge carrying Princes Highway traffic over Jervis Bay Road, roundabouts on each side of the highway, two lanes in each direction on highway approaches, extended entry and exit…
An upgrade to the Princes Highway and Jervis Bay Road intersection at Falls Creek. This project aims to improve safety for all transport customers, reduce congestion, and improve access to local roads and growing tourist and residential areas.
Proposed mixed-use master-planned community precinct featuring 90 dwellings (42 market, 31 affordable rental, and 17 boarding house rooms), 327m2 of non-residential floor space for commercial and retail, co-working space, internal laneways, and a dedicated public pocket park.
The upgrade and reconfiguration of the Bay and Basin NSW Ambulance Station was delivered as part of Stage 1 of the NSW Government's Rural Ambulance Infrastructure Reconfiguration (RAIR) Program. This initiative enhanced emergency services across regional NSW by providing modern, purpose-built facilities for paramedics.
A 20-kilometre upgrade to the Princes Highway between Jervis Bay Road and Sussex Inlet Road to improve safety and freight efficiency on the NSW South Coast. Stage One covers a 6.5-kilometre section from Jervis Bay Road to Hawken Road, prioritised as the highest-urgency stage.
Masterplanned residential community within the St Georges Basin Town Centre on a 15-acre site, balancing housing diversity, commercial uses, and ecological responsibility. Stage 1 is in construction planning for 21 Defence Housing Australia homes.
Major Defence infrastructure project providing new and upgraded facilities at HMAS Albatross to support the integration, operation, and sustainment of 12 additional MH-60R Seahawk (Romeo) helicopters.
Approved development site for a 90-place childcare centre and 12 townhouses in Sanctuary Point, offering a blend of community amenity and housing in a rapidly growing area.
Retail centre serving the local community, formerly known as Vincentia Marketplace, now owned and operated by HomeCo. Major tenants include Woolworths and ALDI, along with 31 specialty stores. It features free parking and is a key convenient shopping destination in the Shoalhaven region. The centre's developer was Fabcot.
Shoalhaven City Council is delivering a new district library at the corner of Paradise Beach Road and Kerry Street in Sanctuary Point, replacing the undersized existing branch that marked its 30-year anniversary in May 2025 and serving more than 30,000 residents across the Bay and Basin communities.
Upgrade of damaged sections of boardwalk and gravel footpath along the 5km Basin Walk at Sanctuary Point, following 2022 storm events. The project included repairs, replacements, and the replacement of existing gravel sections with new boardwalk below Greville Ave.
Rezoning to R2 Low Density Residential and amendment to maximum building height to 11m to facilitate multi-dwelling housing on the former Anglican Church site, approximately 14 townhouses.
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Estimated completion year of the 49 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 10, 2027 15, 2028 4, 2029 3, 2030 6, 2031 1, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3, 2036 1. 24 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 82 substantial development applications lodged in and around Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia over the past 5 years, 71 in the last 12 months; 23 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 6, 2023 1, 2024 1, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 71.
Key application 14 Evelyn Road, Tomerong Retail | $796k | 1 dwelling Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 82 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 71 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 17 | ABS building approvals | 29th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 22 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 23 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 include: Jervis Bay Road and Princes Highway Intersection Upgrade (Construction); Mixed Use Development with In-Fill Affordable Housing, St Georges Basin (Under Assessment); Princes Highway Upgrade - Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road (Under Assessment); Village Grove (Construction); and Tahnee Street Residential Development (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 area has seen 28 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2's current population of 3,873 has been supported by 17 approvals on average over recent years.
The Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 has seen 4.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 287 people in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 17, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 has grown by approximately 201 people, while 86 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,873 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 10 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 18th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,708 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 165 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 375.98 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 was estimated to be approximately 3,873 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,860 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The tomerong - wandandian - woollamia sa2 has added approximately 165 people and shown a 4.45% increase from the 3,708 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is estimated at 10 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (46.8%), Overseas migration (27.9%), Interstate migration (25.2%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 46.8% of overall population gains.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 46 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 84th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 47 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 at 46 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 47 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 46 years as at August 2026, Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia is 3 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 8 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 14.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 8.5% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.8% of the population in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.3% of the population in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,301 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 56th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $74,837 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,716 | 2021 Census, weekly | 48th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $723 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 22.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,900 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 23.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is approximately $64,148. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,301.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is approximately $79,612. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $74,837.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is approximately $64,148 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,301 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is approximately $79,612 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $74,837 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2's households (~33.8% / 427 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.8% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is $1,716/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is $1,900/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is $723/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $60,301 with the average level standing at $74,837. This is above the national average and compares to levels of $55,733 and $69,112 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,148 (median) and $79,612 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is $6,464 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The tomerong - wandandian - woollamia sa2's disposable income is $6,464 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 58.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,909 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,226 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,955 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 has approximately 1,909 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.4%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 stands at 2.4%, which is 1.8 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (14.7% of employment), health care & social assistance (14.1%), and public administration & safety (11.5%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is 58.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The tomerong - wandandian - woollamia sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 14.7% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The tomerong - wandandian - woollamia sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 13.1% growth, ranking 4th out of 37 regions nationally.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 19.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 36.0% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
19.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
33.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The tomerong - wandandian - woollamia sa2 ranks in the 40th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 are: Certificate (36.0%), Bachelor Degree (12.5%), Advanced Diploma (11.3%).
28.0% of the population in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary school, 8.1% in secondary school, 3.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is 969, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 174 students.
The tomerong - wandandian - woollamia sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 1 combined school.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few single parent families, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.2% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.0% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 38.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,263 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,319 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 had 1,263 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.4% to an estimated 1,319 households today.
The average household size in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.2%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.2%).
Of the 1,024 family households, couples with children account for 35.0% of all households, couples without children at home 38.3%, and single parent families 7.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.1% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.2% compared to 27.9% in Regional NSW. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 54.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 17.2% of all households in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2, notably lower than the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.6% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.3% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 90.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 90.1% of its population being citizens, 87.2% born in Australia, and 95.3% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia was found to be Christianity, which makes up 51.0% of people in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia are Australian, comprising 32.4% of the population, English, comprising 32.4% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia (vs 0.4% across Regional NSW), French at 0.6% (vs 0.4%) and Dutch at 1.5% (vs 1.0%).
12.8% of the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
4.7% of the population in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.5% of the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
90.1% of the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 48.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 99.0% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 41.7% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $335 | 2021 Census, weekly | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2, 48.8% of homes are owned outright, 41.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 9.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 99.0% of dwellings in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 are houses.
In the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 stands at 48.8%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is $2,000, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is $971, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 26.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 26.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 19.5% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 consists of 99.0% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia consumes approximately 13.1% of median household income ($7,430 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia show attached dwellings contributing 7% of approvals compared to 1% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 93% of applications versus 99% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
The level of general health in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 54.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
Around 54.7% of people in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2, 5.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.4% of the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2, 54.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 44 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 44th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 157 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 421 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 25 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 32 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 157 public transport stops within the Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2.
The Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia SA2 has 421 weekly trips across 32 routes, averaging 60 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 323 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 3.0 km away and the nearest child care centre 3.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 157 stops nearby, 421 weekly trips, access rating 44 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 44 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 44th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 3.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 5.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 6.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 6.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 7.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 8.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 8.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 9.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 17.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 17.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 34 places in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia, about 4.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 25% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia's resilient property market has recorded 63 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 84% residential and 16% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few single parent families, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia has an estimated 3,873 residents, up 4.4% since the 2021 Census, with 97 projects tracked in the area around Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (114011281). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Tomerong - Wandandian - Woollamia with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
