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Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has an estimated 9,747 residents, up 3.0% since the 2021 Census, with 44 projects tracked in the area around Wangi Wangi - Rathmines.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Wangi Wangi - Rathmines Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 96 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 9,747, drawing on the ABS estimated resident population (ERP) and validated new addresses added since the Census. This is a minimal change from the 9,467 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Growth in the area is considered moderate. Key market factors include strong outright home ownership, a notable utilities employment base, a high proportion of married families, an elevated 65 to 74 demographic, a pronounced 75 to 84 presence and substantial construction employment.
Residents include a high proportion of people at retirement age, many of them older Australians living as couples without children. The locality is best known for its picturesque lakeside setting and its vibrant yet peaceful atmosphere. It holds a rich cultural and historical heritage, with remnants of WWII-era establishments that draw history enthusiasts from far and wide.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,899 in 2001 and 9,710 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 9,747 (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, 15.8%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.4%.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines ranks in the 78th percentile nationally for amenities and the 62nd for health.
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 Wangi Wangi - Rathmines is $668 a week, up 8.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 15% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.8%.
15% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $410 in 2017, $697 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Alexander Parade, Arcadia Vale NSW 2283 | $1,035,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 110 Fishing Point Road, Fishing Point NSW 2283 | $1,015,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 40 Tuloa Street, Wangi Wangi NSW 2267 | $965,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 39 Carawa Street, Wangi Wangi NSW 2267 | $800,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 21 Bournville Road, Rathmines NSW 2283 | $890,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 78 Fishing Point Road, Fishing Point NSW 2283 | $920,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Glade Street, Arcadia Vale NSW 2283 | $810,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 177 Fishing Point Road, Fishing Point NSW 2283 | $1,280,000 | 3 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 68 Rosemary Row, Rathmines NSW 2283 | $845,500 | 2 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 49 Harborne Avenue, Rathmines NSW 2283 | $845,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 48 residential sales recorded since 19 May 2026 (the latest settled 28 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 48, houses and units together, was $907,500 (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 | $668 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $913k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $907,500 | Median of the 48 most recent residential sales, settled 19 May 2026 to 28 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $697 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $522 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lake Macquarie - West | $660 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lake Macquarie - West, over 12 months | +7.8% | 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 119 tracked applications: 36 approved, 38 under assessment, 45 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 44 projects in and around Wangi Wangi - Rathmines, 17 of them under construction.
Stage 3B (Block K) at Wangi Shores Retirement Village is a new waterfront stage on Lake Macquarie, delivering eight over 55s villas (four…
A three storey residential building proposed at 1 Kent Place, Wangi Wangi in the Lake Macquarie City Council area.
Completed Lake Macquarie City Council upgrade of Rathmines Park, including a new youth hub, Lake Macquarie's largest skate park, pump…
The former Wangi Power Station site, an iconic and historically significant 22.3-hectare coastal property, is earmarked for a substantial…
Council is rehabilitating the section of South Parade between Fassifern Road and Centre Avenue in Blackalls Park to improve safety and…
Temporary works to remove the collapsed culvert, install a temporary replacement and resurface the road so Fennell Crescent can reopen to…
A $10 million transformation of the Toronto foreshore featuring continuous waterfront pathway, expanded playground, new town green…
A permanent dredging solution for Swansea Channel involving a Beaver 30 dredge vessel and a new sand transfer system to maintain safe…
A low-rise 5-floor apartment building with 28 residential units, 1 commercial unit, and 29 car spaces in Toronto.
The construction of a new boardwalk, installation of public art, revegetation works, landscaping, new wayfinding and interpretive signage…
Landcom masterplanned residential neighbourhood offering a diverse mix of housing lots, a minimum 10% affordable housing allocation…
Lake Macquarie City Council proposes a 10-kilometre shared multi-use active transport rail trail repurposing the former Wangi Wangi power…
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Estimated completion year of the 22 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 8, 2027 6, 2028 3, 2029 3. 15 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 119 substantial development applications lodged in and around Wangi Wangi - Rathmines over the past 5 years, 93 in the last 12 months; 38 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 11, 2023 5, 2024 6, 2025 4, 2026 (to Oct) 92.
Key application 281 Watkins Road, Wangi Wangi Mixed Use | $3.2m | 12 dwellings | 3 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 119 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 93 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 37th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 26 | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 38 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 include: Wangi Shores Retirement Village - Stage 3B Block K (Construction); 1 Kent Place, Wangi Wangi - 3 storey apartment building (13 residences) (Planning); Rathmines Park Upgrade (Completed); Fennell Bay Masterplanned Community (Planning); and Swansea Channel Permanent Dredging Solution (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 area has seen 55 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2's current population of 9,747 has been supported by 26 approvals on average over recent years.
The Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 has seen 2.8 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 399 people in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 26, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 has grown by approximately 304 people, while 132 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 Wangi Wangi - Rathmines reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,747 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 740 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 46th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 9,467 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 280 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 13.17 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 was estimated to be approximately 9,747 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 9,710 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The wangi wangi - rathmines sa2 has added approximately 280 people and shown a 2.96% increase from the 9,467 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is estimated at 740 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (53.7%), Natural increase (30.0%), Interstate migration (16.3%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 53.7% of overall population gains.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 44.9% | 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 | 48 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 at 48 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 48 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 48 years as at August 2026, Wangi Wangi - Rathmines is 5 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 10 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 15.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 8.6% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.7% of the population in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 29.2% of the population in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $54,131 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,247 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,553 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $732 | 2021 Census, weekly | 34th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,863 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 24.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is approximately $57,585. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $54,131.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is approximately $74,729. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $70,247.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is approximately $57,585 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $54,131 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is approximately $74,729 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,247 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2's households (~30.4% / 1,105 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.4% 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 Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is $1,553/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is $1,863/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is $732/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $54,131 with the average level standing at $70,247. This is slightly lower than average on a national basis 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 $57,585 (median) and $74,729 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is $5,743 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The wangi wangi - rathmines sa2's disposable income is $5,743 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 57.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,537 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,100 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,741 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 has approximately 4,537 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.3%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 stands at 4.3%, which is broadly in line with Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.5% of employment), construction (13.1%), and education & training (10.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is 57.6%, 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 wangi wangi - rathmines sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.1% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The wangi wangi - rathmines sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 20.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 35.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 24.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
20.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
35.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The wangi wangi - rathmines sa2 ranks in the 42th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 are: Certificate (32.4%), Bachelor Degree (13.4%), Advanced Diploma (12.2%).
24.7% of the population in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary school, 6.7% in secondary school, 3.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is 984, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 656 students.
The wangi wangi - rathmines sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 37.6% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 3,638 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 3,746 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 had 3,638 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 3.0% to an estimated 3,746 households today.
The average household size in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (21.7%), group households (1.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,798 family households, couples with children account for 27.4% of all households, couples without children at home 37.6%, and single parent families 11.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 76.9% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 21.7% 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 Wangi Wangi - Rathmines 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 53.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.2% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 21.7% of all households in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines 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 1.7% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines 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 | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.7% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 88.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.6% of its population born in Australia, 92.7% being citizens, and 96.3% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.0% of people in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines are English, comprising 33.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.1% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 9.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Wangi Wangi - Rathmines (vs 0.5% across Regional NSW), Australian Aboriginal at 3.5% (vs 4.6%) and Dutch at 1.4% (vs 1.0%).
11.4% of the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.7% of the population in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.5% of the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.7% of the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines 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 | 16.9% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 45.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 93.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,888 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 37.9% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $370 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 81st percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2, 45.3% of homes are owned outright, 37.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 16.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 93.3% of dwellings in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 are houses.
In the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2, 1.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 stands at 45.3%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is $1,888, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is $986, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.1% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 23.8% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 consists of 93.3% detached houses, 4.3% semi-detached dwellings, 1.8% apartments, and 0.6% other dwelling types.
Housing in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines consumes approximately 14.7% of median household income ($6,724 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines show attached dwellings contributing 21% of approvals compared to 7% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 79% of applications versus 93% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines: private health cover 52.7%, no long-term health condition 60.6%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 44th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 60.6% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.0% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
Around 52.7% of people in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2, 6.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.8% of the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.1% of people in the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2, 52.7% 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 low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 39 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 39th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 116 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 270 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 84 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 35 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 23.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 116 public transport stops within the Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2.
The Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 has 270 weekly trips across 35 routes, averaging 38 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 182 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 722 m away and the nearest school 802 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 116 stops nearby, 270 weekly trips, access rating 39 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 78 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 78th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 722 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 802 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 5.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 6.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 6.9 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 are 2 long day care centres with 68 places in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines, about 6.5 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines ranks in the 57th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines's established property market has recorded 192 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 95% residential, 2% commercial and 3% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines: private health cover 52.7%, no long-term health condition 60.6%.
Transport servicing is low 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.
Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has an estimated 9,747 residents, up 3.0% since the 2021 Census, with 44 projects tracked in the area around Wangi Wangi - Rathmines.
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 Wangi Wangi - Rathmines.
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 May 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 (111021220). 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 (May 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 Wangi Wangi - Rathmines 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 Wangi Wangi - Rathmines 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.
