Wangi Wangi - Rathmines

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' population, as of February 2026, is approximately 9,749. This figure represents a growth of 282 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,467. The increase was inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 9,632 in June 2024 and an additional 55 validated new addresses recorded after the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 740 persons per square kilometer. Wangi Wangi - Rathmines' growth rate since the census, at 3.0%, is within 2.9 percentage points of the Rest of NSW's growth rate of 5.9%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 52.9% to the overall population gains during recent periods, with all demographic drivers being positive factors.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on demographic trends and latest annual ERP population numbers, Wangi Wangi - Rathmines is expected to expand by 69 persons by 2041, reflecting a decline of 0.5% in total over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has seen approximately 24 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 123 homes approved during this period. As of FY26, 23 homes have been approved so far. On average, each dwelling built in these five years has resulted in an increase of 2.4 new residents annually, indicating steady demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost value of these new homes is $414,000, which is slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. This financial year has seen $11.9 million in commercial approvals registered, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development compared to the rest of NSW. Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has significantly less development activity than the regional average per person, with 71.0% fewer approvals. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties due to limited supply. Nationally, the area also reflects below-average development activity, which can be attributed to its maturity and possible planning constraints.

The majority of new developments consist of detached dwellings (95.0%), maintaining the area's traditional low-density character with a focus on family homes. This is reflected in the estimated 467 people per dwelling approval, indicating a quiet, low-activity development environment. Population projections suggest stability or decline, which should reduce housing demand pressures and benefit potential buyers.

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified seven projects likely impacting the region. Notable ones are Wangi Shores Retirement Village Stage 3B Block K, Wangi Power Station Redevelopment, 1 Kent Place, a three-storey apartment building in Wangi Wangi with thirteen residences, and Rathmines Park Transformation. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Wangi Wangi - Rathmines maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, lower than the Rest of NSW's 3.8%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.4%.

As of September 2025, 4687 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.7% below the regional average. Workforce participation in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines is somewhat lower than Rest of NSW's, at 59.1%. According to Census responses, 23.2% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

Construction has a notably high concentration with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 0.4%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data comparison of working population vs resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 2.4% while labour force increased by 3.4%, resulting in a 1.0 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment contract by 0.5%, labour force fall by 0.1%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Wangi Wangi - Rathmines's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Wangi Wangi - Rathmines SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $50,143 and an average income of $65,591 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This was slightly lower than the national average, compared to Rest of NSW's median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215 in the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $54,586 (median) and $71,402 (average). The 2021 Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines ranked modestly, between the 34th and 38th percentiles. Income distribution reveals that 30.4% of locals (2,963 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, similar to the surrounding region where 29.9% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, 85.3% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Wangi Wangi - Rathmines, as per the latest Census, 93.3% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 6.7% being semi-detached, apartments, or 'other' dwellings. This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines stood at 45.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 37.9% and rented ones at 16.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,888, exceeding Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in the area was $370, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Wangi Wangi - Rathmines' mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 76.9% of all households, including 27.4% couples with children, 37.6% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.1%, with lone person households at 21.7% and group households comprising 1.7%. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 20.2%, significantly lower than NSW's average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 44.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificates (32.4%). A total of 24.7% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, including 8.8% in primary, 6.7% in secondary, and 3.5% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.7% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 8.8% in primary education, 6.7% in secondary education, and 3.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has 116 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 35 different routes that together provide 280 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 182 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 96%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, which is above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 23.2% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 40 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 2 weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies this data and shows the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

The level of general health in Wangi Wangi - Rathmines 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

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines shows better-than-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

While common health conditions' prevalence is low among its general population, it is higher than the national average for older, at-risk cohorts. Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~5,059 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area's rate. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (11.7%) and mental health issues (9.1%). Sixty-point-six percent of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Rest of NSW. Working-age individuals face significant health challenges due to higher chronic condition rates. The area has a larger proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 28.0% (2,725 people), compared to Rest of NSW's 23.4%. However, this percentage is lower than the national average for the broader population.

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, surveyed in June 2016, had a low cultural diversity with 88.6% of its residents born in Australia and 92.7% being citizens. English was the language spoken at home by 96.3%. Christianity dominated as the main religion, practiced by 53.0%, slightly lower than the Rest of NSW's 55.9%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (33.4%), Australian (30.1%), and Scottish (9.2%). Notably, Welsh ancestry was higher at 0.9% compared to the regional average of 0.5%. Also, Australian Aboriginal heritage stood at 3.5%, lower than the region's 4.6%, and Dutch ancestry was slightly above the regional average at 1.4%.

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Wangi Wangi - Rathmines has a median age of 48 years, which is older than Rest of NSW's median age of 43 and significantly higher than Australia's median age of 38. The age profile shows that the 65-74 year-old group is particularly prominent at 16.1%, while the 25-34 year-old group is smaller at 9.3% compared to Rest of NSW. This concentration of 65-74 year-olds is above the national average of 9.5%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 75-84 age group has grown from 7.9% to 9.3%, and the 35-44 age group has increased from 10.6% to 11.7%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has declined from 15.7% to 13.4%. Demographic modeling suggests that Wangi Wangi - Rathmines' age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, expanding by 174 people (19%) from 910 to 1,085. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 5-14 and 55-64 age cohorts.