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Wagga Wagga - East has an estimated 17,162 residents, up 1.4% since the 2021 Census, with 14 projects tracked in Wagga Wagga - East.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 160 kilometres west from Canberra CBD, the Wagga Wagga - East Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an established and welcoming regional community celebrated for its peaceful, family-oriented ambiance, lush parks, and picturesque recreational spaces. Backed by a notable agricultural legacy that underpins a thriving farm-to-table culinary offering, the area also features reputable educational facilities and vibrant sporting organisations. The district exhibits a standard age distribution with a median age of 38, accompanied by an above-average presence of children per family and a substantial cohort aged 0 to 4yo. Local employment is strongly anchored across essential institutional sectors, characterised by a prominent public administration footprint, an elevated education employment base, and an extensive healthcare workforce.
As of August 2026, the latest population estimate places the Wagga Wagga - East Statistical Area (Lv2) at approximately 17,162 residents.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 160 kilometres west from Canberra CBD, the Wagga Wagga - East Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an established and welcoming regional community celebrated for its peaceful, family-oriented ambiance, lush parks, and picturesque recreational spaces. Backed by a notable agricultural legacy that underpins a thriving farm-to-table culinary offering, the area also features reputable educational facilities and vibrant sporting organisations. The district exhibits a standard age distribution with a median age of 38, accompanied by an above-average presence of children per family and a substantial cohort aged 0 to 4yo. Local employment is strongly anchored across essential institutional sectors, characterised by a prominent public administration footprint, an elevated education employment base, and an extensive healthcare workforce.
As of August 2026, the latest population estimate places the Wagga Wagga - East Statistical Area (Lv2) at approximately 17,162 residents.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 15,302 in 2001 and 17,035 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 17,162 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 13.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.2%.
Wagga Wagga - East ranks in the 78th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 68th for amenities.
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 Wagga Wagga - East is $526 a week, up 7.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 9% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
9% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $331 in 2017, $550 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $248 in 2017, $397 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Randall Street, Kooringal NSW 2650 | $755,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Stellway Close, Kooringal NSW 2650 | $855,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7/438 Kooringal Road, Kooringal NSW 2650 | $547,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 1 Maple Road, Lake Albert NSW 2650 | $900,600 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 41 Red Hill Road, Kooringal NSW 2650 | $480,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Minchin Place, Kooringal NSW 2650 | $800,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 34 Stanley Street, Kooringal NSW 2650 | $692,500 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 86 Tichborne Crescent, Kooringal NSW 2650 | $620,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 12 Horsley Street, Kooringal NSW 2650 | $600,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Rowe Street, Lake Albert NSW 2650 | $749,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 42 residential sales recorded since 19 Aug 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 42, houses and units together, was $680,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 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 | +7.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $737k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $574k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $680,000 | Median of the 42 most recent residential sales, settled 19 Aug 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $550 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $397 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Wagga Wagga | $509 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Wagga Wagga, over 12 months | +9.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Riverina | $489 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Riverina, over 12 months | +8.1% | 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 |
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Status of the 439 tracked applications: 136 approved, 55 under assessment, 248 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 14 projects in Wagga Wagga - East (5 under construction) and 109 more in the surrounding area.
A $9 million initiative to revitalise the Lake Albert precinct through foreshore remediation, upgrades to stormwater infrastructure, replacement of the existing ageing weir structure at the northern end of the lake, and the construction of an approximately 6.4-kilometre pipeline from the Murrumbidgee River to maintain consistent lake water levels and…
Wagga Wagga City Council, in partnership with Transport for NSW, is delivering the major reconstruction and widening of Plumpton Road in southern Wagga Wagga. The project upgrades road pavements, installs new roundabouts and stormwater drainage, widens traffic lanes, and adds dedicated off-road shared pedestrian and cycle paths.
A proposed 400 MW / 3,985 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) and associated transmission infrastructure located on Boiling Down Road near the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre to provide energy reliability to the National Electricity Market.
The Kooringal Active Travel Link delivers a dedicated pedestrian and cycling bridge across Marshalls Creek alongside a 1.2-kilometre shared path network connecting Kooringal High School and the Kooringal shopping precinct. The project incorporates universal accessibility ramps, energy-efficient public lighting, safety barriers, and native landscaping.
Lake Albert Manors is a masterplanned residential estate by DevCore Property Group at Lake Albert, Wagga Wagga. The project comprises approximately 131 large residential lots ranging from around 1,500sqm to 4,000sqm across multiple stages.
Brunslea Park Estate is a major masterplanned residential community in Forest Hill delivering over 850 residential home sites. Developed across multiple stages by Wakefield Ashurst Developments, the estate incorporates landscaped parklands, wetlands, high-speed NBN, and convenient access to the Forest Hill shopping precinct, RAAF Base Wagga, and Wagga Wagga…
The multi-million dollar Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics (RiFL) Hub, a core feature of the Wagga Wagga Special Activation Precinct, officially opened in December 2022.
An approved utility-scale solar farm designed to generate 155,000 MWh annually, incorporating a proposed 200 MW containerised Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) modification to store renewable electricity and support grid stability.
Planned neighbourhood commercial shopping centre located at the primary entry of Bourkelands, featuring a supermarket, specialty retail tenancies, internal mall access, 73 car parking spaces, and service delivery facilities.
A proposed $1.8 million Liberty petrol station in East Wagga Wagga, featuring refuelling for cars and trucks, and operating 24/7.
Major $70.8 million infrastructure upgrade including $49.57 million for Plumpton Road duplication between Lake Albert Road and Rowan Road. Includes 8 intersection upgrades and stormwater infrastructure to support Southern Growth Area housing developments.
380-metre road upgrade from Warrawong Street to Copland Street intersection including pavement rehabilitation, surface replacement and kerb and guttering works. Funded 75% by Australian and NSW Governments under Fixing Local Roads program.
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Estimated completion year of the 54 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 13, 2027 18, 2028 8, 2029 4, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 3. 42 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 439 substantial development applications lodged in and around Wagga Wagga - East over the past 5 years, 221 in the last 12 months; 55 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 18, 2022 50, 2023 61, 2024 54, 2025 44, 2026 (to Oct) 212.
Key application 15 74 Gregadoo Road, Lake Albert Aged Care | $16m | 34 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 439 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 221 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 68 | ABS building approvals | 69th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 136 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
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Infrastructure development impacting the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Communities, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Wagga Wagga - East recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 area has seen 191 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Wagga Wagga - East SA2's current population of 17,162 has been supported by 68 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Wagga Wagga - East SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 68, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 has seen 341 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
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.
Wagga Wagga - East is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,162 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 318 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 16,921 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 241 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 54.04 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 was estimated to be approximately 17,162 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 17,035 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The wagga wagga - east sa2 has added approximately 241 people and shown a 1.42% increase from the 16,921 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is estimated at 318 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (50.3%), Overseas migration (49.7%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 50.3% of overall population gains.
Wagga Wagga - East's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.2% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Wagga Wagga - East is 5 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 13.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 10.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.2% of the population in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.2% of the population in the Wagga Wagga - East 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) | $60,383 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $72,698 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,699 | 2021 Census, weekly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $851 | 2021 Census, weekly | 59th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 21.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,088 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is approximately $64,235. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,383.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is approximately $77,336. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $72,698.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is approximately $64,235 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,383 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is approximately $77,336 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,698 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Wagga Wagga - East SA2's households (~33.2% / 2,093 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.2% 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 Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is $1,699/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is $2,088/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is $851/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $60,383 with the average level standing at $72,698. This is slightly above average nationally 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 $64,235 (median) and $77,336 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is $6,454 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The wagga wagga - east sa2's disposable income is $6,454 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market in Wagga Wagga - East demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,658 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,295 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,935 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 has approximately 8,658 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.1%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 stands at 3.1%, which is 1.0 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 Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.0% of employment), education & training (12.5%), and construction (10.2%). Other significant employers include retail trade and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is 63.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The wagga wagga - east sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 12.5% of the local workforce compared to 9.6% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The wagga wagga - east sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.0% growth, ranking 18th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Wagga Wagga - East sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.6% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 22.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
22.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
38.4% of people aged 15 and over in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The wagga wagga - east sa2 ranks in the 52th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 are: Certificate (28.4%), Bachelor Degree (15.6%), Advanced Diploma (10.3%).
30.3% of the population in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.3% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 3.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is 1016, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 10 schools within the Wagga Wagga - East SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 4,300 students.
The wagga wagga - east sa2 includes 7 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Wagga Wagga - East has a typical household mix, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.4% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,309 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,399 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 72.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 had 6,309 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.4% to an estimated 6,399 households today.
The average household size in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 72.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (25.2%), group households (2.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,549 family households, couples with children account for 30.7% of all households, couples without children at home 28.4%, and single parent families 12.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 33.1% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 25.2% of all households in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2, similar to 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 2.8% of households, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
Wagga Wagga - East 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 | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 92.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 89.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
Wagga Wagga - East was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.1% of its population being citizens, 89.6% born in Australia, and 92.7% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Wagga Wagga - East was found to be Christianity, which makes up 64.0% of people in Wagga Wagga - East. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Wagga Wagga - East are Australian, comprising 30.5% of the population, English, comprising 30.0% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 4.0% of Wagga Wagga - East (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Scottish at 8.4% (vs 8.0%) and German at 3.8% (vs 3.1%).
10.4% of the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
7.3% of the population in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
4.0% of the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
91.1% of the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Wagga Wagga - East is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 26.8% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 36.3% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.0% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 36.9% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Wagga Wagga - East SA2, 36.3% of homes are owned outright, 36.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.0% of dwellings in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 are houses.
In the Wagga Wagga - East SA2, 11.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 stands at 36.3%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is $1,517, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is $908, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Wagga Wagga - East SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 17.7% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 consists of 88.0% detached houses, 0.6% semi-detached dwellings, 11.2% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Wagga Wagga - East consumes approximately 12.3% of median household income ($7,357 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Wagga Wagga - East show attached dwellings contributing 10% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 90% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Wagga Wagga - East: private health cover 53.7%, no long-term health condition 64.8%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 51st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.8% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 72.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
Around 53.7% of people in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Wagga Wagga - East SA2, 5.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
10.0% of people in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.5% of the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the Wagga Wagga - East SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Wagga Wagga - East SA2, 53.7% 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 | 115 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,422 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 41st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 149 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 95 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 115 public transport stops within the Wagga Wagga - East SA2.
The Wagga Wagga - East SA2 has 1,422 weekly trips across 95 routes, averaging 203 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 262 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 616 m away and the nearest school 867 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 115 stops nearby, 1,422 weekly trips, access rating 44 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 68 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 68th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 616 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 867 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.0 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 are 10 long day care centres with 815 places in Wagga Wagga - East, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Wagga Wagga - East recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Wagga Wagga - East ranks in the 47th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Wagga Wagga - East's affordable property market has recorded 485 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 86% residential, 5% commercial and 8% vacant land transactions.
Wagga Wagga - East is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Wagga Wagga - East's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
The labour market in Wagga Wagga - East demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia.
Educational attainment in Wagga Wagga - East sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Wagga Wagga - East has a typical household mix, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Wagga Wagga - East is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Wagga Wagga - East is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
Health in Wagga Wagga - East: private health cover 53.7%, no long-term health condition 64.8%.
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 above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Wagga Wagga - East has an estimated 17,162 residents, up 1.4% since the 2021 Census, with 14 projects tracked in Wagga Wagga - East.
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 Wagga Wagga - East.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 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 (113031267). 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 (Sep 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 Wagga Wagga - East 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 Wagga Wagga - East 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.
