Wagga Wagga - North
Statistical Area - sa2

Wagga Wagga - North lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Wagga Wagga - North's population is approximately 6,217 as of Aug 2025. This figure represents an increase of 612 people, a 10.9% rise from the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 5,605. The change is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 6,101 in June 2024 and an additional 83 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 115 persons per square kilometer, indicating significant space per person and potential room for further development. Wagga Wagga - North's growth rate exceeded that of its SA3 area (3.3%) and SA4 region since the 2021 census, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 36.4% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Demographic trends predict exceptional growth for Wagga Wagga - North over the period, with an expected expansion of 3,855 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, recording a gain of 60.1% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Wagga Wagga - North recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Wagga Wagga - North averaged approximately 19 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 98 homes. In Financial Year 26, two approvals have been recorded so far. An average of 9.4 people moved to the area each year for every dwelling built between Financial Years 21 and 25, indicating significant demand outstripping supply. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost value of $430,000, in line with regional trends.

This financial year has seen $44.8 million in commercial approvals, suggesting robust local business investment. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Wagga Wagga - North shows around 75% of construction activity per person, placing it among the 20th percentile nationally. This suggests limited buyer options while demand for established properties strengthens.

New building activity comprises 75% detached houses and 25% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 753 people, reflecting its quiet development environment. Population forecasts indicate Wagga Wagga - North will gain approximately 3,739 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Wagga Wagga - North has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 29thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 26 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Boorooma Neighbourhood Shopping Centre, Wagga Wagga Water Treatment Plant Upgrade, Mount Austin Manor Houses - Social Housing, and Northern Growth Area Sewer Upgrades. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Wagga Wagga - North rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Wagga Wagga - North has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate in June 2025 was 1.9%.

There was an estimated employment growth of 8.2% over the past year. As of June 2025, 3,351 residents were in work, with an unemployment rate of 1.7%, below Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation was at 68.3%, higher than Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.

The area shows strong specialization in education & training, with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level. Mining is under-represented, with only 0.3% of Wagga Wagga - North's workforce compared to Rest of NSW's 2.5%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census working population data. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 8.2%, labour force grew by 9.2%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.9 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW had an employment decline of 0.1% and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data to Sep-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.41%, with a state unemployment rate of 4.3%, compared to the national rate of 4.5%. National employment forecasts from May 2025 estimate growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wagga Wagga - North's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows median income in Wagga Wagga - North was $56,789 and average income was $69,271. This is higher than Rest of NSW's median income of $49,459 and average income of $62,998. By March 2025, estimated incomes would be around $62,809 (median) and $76,614 (average), based on a 10.6% growth in Wage Price Index since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, Wagga Wagga - North's incomes cluster around the 62nd percentile nationally. The income distribution shows that 39.1% of residents (2,430 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, similar to metropolitan regions where 29.9% fall into this bracket. Housing expenses account for 14.1% of income. Residents rank in the 72nd percentile for disposable income, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Wagga Wagga - North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Wagga Wagga - North, dwellings as per the latest Census were predominantly houses at 88.4%, with other types such as semi-detached units, apartments, and 'other' dwellings making up 11.7%. This distribution mirrors that of Non-Metro NSW, which also has 88.4% houses and 11.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wagga Wagga - North stood at 26.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.7% and rented ones at 32.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, higher than the Non-Metro NSW average of $1,430. The median weekly rent in Wagga Wagga - North was $380, compared to $280 in Non-Metro NSW. Nationally, Wagga Wagga - North's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher at $375.

Wagga Wagga - North features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 71.6 percent of all households, including 36.3 percent couples with children, 25.3 percent couples without children, and 8.7 percent single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.4 percent, with lone person households at 20.9 percent and group households comprising 7.5 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Wagga Wagga - North exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 27.4% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the SA4 region average of 18.7% and the SA3 area average of 20.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 18.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 34.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 9.7% while certificates make up 24.6%.

Educational participation is high at 42.0%, including 17.9% in tertiary education, 9.7% in primary education, and 7.0% pursuing secondary education. Wagga Wagga - North's 4 schools have a combined enrollment of 1,584 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1039) offering balanced educational opportunities. The area functions as an education hub with 25.5 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 15.3, attracting students from nearby communities.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Wagga Wagga - North has 55 active public transport stops. These are served by a mix of buses operating along 47 individual routes. Together, these routes provide 499 weekly passenger trips.

The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 170 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 71 trips per day across all routes, equating to around 9 weekly trips per stop.

The level of general health in Wagga Wagga - North is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Wagga Wagga - North shows superior health outcomes with low prevalence of common health conditions among its general population compared to national averages. However, this prevalence is higher among older, at-risk cohorts.

The area has a high rate of private health cover, approximately 54% (around 3,382 people), which is higher than the Rest of NSW's 51.4%. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 9.7% and 7.6% of residents respectively. Notably, 71.5% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 64.5% in the Rest of NSW. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 12.9% (798 people) than the 19.6% in the Rest of NSW. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to presenting challenges compared to the broader population.

Wagga Wagga - North ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Wagga Wagga - North had 88.0% citizens, 85.1% born in Australia, and 87.0% speaking English only at home, showing lower cultural diversity compared to averages. Christianity was the dominant religion with 58.3%, slightly below Rest of NSW's 64.3%. Top ancestry groups were Australian (30.6%), English (28.4%), and Irish (8.5%).

Notably, Indian (2.8% vs regional 0.9%) and Scottish (8.3% vs 8.0%) were overrepresented while Samoan was slightly higher at 0.2% compared to the region's 0.1%.

Wagga Wagga - North hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Wagga Wagga - North has a median age of 30 years, which is considerably lower than the Rest of NSW average of 43 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Wagga Wagga - North has a higher concentration of residents aged 15-24 (22.5%), but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.3%). This concentration of 15-24 year-olds is well above the national average of 12.5%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population of Wagga Wagga - North has seen an increase in the 35 to 44 age group from 11.8% to 13.9%, while the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 16.4% to 15.1% and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 9.0% to 7.8%. Demographic modeling indicates that by 2041, Wagga Wagga - North's age profile is expected to change significantly, with the strongest projected growth in the 25 to 34 cohort, which is forecast to increase by 88%, adding 828 residents to reach a total of 1,770.