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Wauchope has an estimated 13,889 residents, up 8.5% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Wauchope.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Wauchope Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 302 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 13,889, up from 12,796 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 1,093 people (8.5%). This estimate draws on the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 13,754 reported by the ABS as of June 2025, together with 449 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Employment strengths include a notable utilities base, elevated healthcare employment, a pronounced retail trade presence and a substantial construction focus, while the area also records above-average children per family and a marked presence of residents aged 75 to 84. Residents are somewhat older than the typical Australian area, with a median age of 43, and the area generally has lower education levels and lower-quartile income. Population growth has followed a strong expansion pattern.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,642 in 2001 and 13,754 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,889 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 13.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.7%.
Wauchope ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for population growth and the 74th for sales activity.
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 Wauchope is $578 a week, up 4.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $391 in 2017, $612 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 225 Rawdon Island Road, Sancrox NSW 2446 | $1,270,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 68 Jillalla Drive, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,035,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6/3 Rodlee Street, Wauchope NSW 2446 | $612,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 26 Corymbia Loop, Wauchope NSW 2446 | $895,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 795 Beechwood Road, Beechwood NSW 2446 | $800,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 9 Cowdery Street, Wauchope NSW 2446 | $675,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 801 Beechwood Road, Beechwood NSW 2446 | $655,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 54 Cowarral Circuit, Wauchope NSW 2446 | $870,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Cowdery Street, Wauchope NSW 2446 | $580,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4 Carrington Street, Wauchope NSW 2446 | $705,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 21 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $792,000 (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 | $578 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.0% | 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 | $795k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $650k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $792,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 21 Jul 2026 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $612 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $436 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 | 3.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Port Macquarie | $595 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Port Macquarie, over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mid North Coast | $558 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Mid North Coast, over 12 months | +5.7% | 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 317 tracked applications: 85 approved, 48 under assessment, 184 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Wauchope (1 under construction) and 108 more in the surrounding area.
Upgrade of Beechwood Road between Waugh Street and Glenview Drive, replacement of timber Steels Bridge with flood-resilient concrete…
A major 125 million AUD essential water infrastructure project by Port Macquarie Hastings Council to secure long-term drinking water supply.
A master-planned industrial estate zoned E4 General Industrial located off the Pacific Highway interchange at Sancrox.
State Significant Infrastructure delivering a new 42 ML/day water treatment plant, a clear water reservoir, and the 20km Northern Arm Trunk…
State Significant Development (SSD-7293) expansion of hard rock extraction boundaries at the existing Sancrox Quarry operated by Hanson…
Sovereign Hills Precinct 3 is a major masterplanned residential neighbourhood developed by Lewis Land Group within the Sovereign Hills…
The commercial heart of the Sovereign Hills master planned community. Stage One is complete.
Thrumster Business Park is an eco-friendly industrial precinct in Port Macquarie covering 120,000 sqm across 60+ lots.
Masterplanned residential community offering 245 premium homesites in a relaxed coastal lifestyle setting.
A State Significant Infrastructure project delivering a new regional wastewater treatment plant, 11.4km of sewer mains, three new sewage…
A $1.5 billion master-planned community by Lewis Land Group spanning 350 hectares in the Thrumster urban release area, planned for over…
Drainage infrastructure upgrade for the Tuffins Lane sporting precinct to improve field conditions and facility usability during wet…
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Estimated completion year of the 52 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 14, 2027 11, 2028 6, 2029 6, 2030 7, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 1, 2035 3, 2036 1. 41 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 317 substantial development applications lodged in and around Wauchope over the past 5 years, 135 in the last 12 months; 48 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 13, 2022 70, 2023 30, 2024 46, 2025 27, 2026 (to Oct) 131.
Key application Sancrox Road, Sancrox Commercial | $7.1m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 317 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 135 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 75 | ABS building approvals | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 85 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 48 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Wauchope SA2 include: Beechwood Road Upgrade Stage 6 including Steels Bridge Wauchope (Approved); Riverpark Sancrox Estate (Construction); Sancrox Quarry Expansion Project (Approved); Cowarra Water Treatment Plant (Approved); and Fernbank Park Industrial Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Wauchope SA2 spans multiple sectors including Environmental & Disaster Management, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Wauchope SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 26th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Wauchope among the top 27% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Wauchope SA2 area has seen 91 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Wauchope SA2's current population of 13,889 has been supported by 75 approvals on average over recent years.
The Wauchope SA2 has seen 5.8 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 300 people in the Wauchope SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Wauchope SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 75, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Wauchope SA2 has grown by approximately 1,243 people, while 376 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Wauchope lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,889 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 71 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,796 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,093 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 194.86 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Wauchope SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,889 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,754 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The wauchope sa2 has added approximately 1,093 people and shown a 8.54% increase from the 12,796 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Wauchope SA2 is estimated at 71 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Wauchope SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Wauchope SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (67.1%), Natural increase (18.6%), Overseas migration (14.3%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 67.1% of overall population gains.
Wauchope's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.8% | 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 | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | 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 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.5% | 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 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.3% | 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 Wauchope SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Wauchope is equal to the Regional NSW 2021 Census average and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Wauchope SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 13.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Wauchope SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 11.0% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Wauchope SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.8% of the population in the Wauchope SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 23.4% of the population in the Wauchope SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 81% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $49,684 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $59,478 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,355 | 2021 Census, weekly | 24th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $653 | 2021 Census, weekly | 19th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,590 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 28.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wauchope SA2 is approximately $52,854. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $49,684.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wauchope SA2 is approximately $63,273. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $59,478.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Wauchope SA2 is approximately $52,854 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $49,684 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Wauchope SA2 is approximately $63,273 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,478 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Wauchope SA2's households (~30.7% / 1,419 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Wauchope SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.7% 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 Wauchope SA2 is $1,355/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Wauchope SA2 is $1,590/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Wauchope SA2 is $653/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Wauchope SA2's median income among taxpayers is $49,684, with an average of $59,478. This is below the national average, and compares to Regional NSW's median of $55,733 and average of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $52,854 (median) and $63,273 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Wauchope SA2 is $4,899 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The wauchope sa2's disposable income is $4,899 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
While Wauchope retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.9%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 57.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 6,240 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 12,770 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,496 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Wauchope SA2 has approximately 6,240 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.9%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement, though the very low unemployment rate of 3.9% indicates the ranking primarily reflects recent job losses rather than underlying labor market weakness.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Wauchope SA2 stands at 3.9%, 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 Wauchope SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (19.4% of employment), construction (12.7%), and retail trade (12.1%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Wauchope 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 Wauchope SA2 is 57.9%, 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 wauchope sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.7% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The wauchope sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. However, the low unemployment rate of 3.9% suggests the ranking is driven by recent job losses rather than structural weakness. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 7.7% growth, ranking 9th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational outcomes in Wauchope fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 34.3% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
14.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Wauchope SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
40.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Wauchope SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The wauchope sa2 ranks in the 25th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Wauchope SA2 are: Certificate (34.3%), Advanced Diploma (10.7%), Bachelor Degree (10.2%).
29.3% of the population in the Wauchope SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.8% in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, 2.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Wauchope SA2 is 945, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the Wauchope SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,504 students.
The wauchope sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Wauchope features high concentrations of single parent families and couples without children, 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 | 22.3% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.9% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,620 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,015 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Wauchope SA2 had 4,620 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.5% to an estimated 5,015 households today.
The average household size in the Wauchope 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 75.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.3%), group households (2.5%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,479 family households, couples with children account for 28.9% of all households, couples without children at home 31.4%, and single parent families 14.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Wauchope SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 75.3% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 22.3% 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 Wauchope 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 46.8% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.4% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 22.3% of all households in the Wauchope 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 2.5% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Wauchope placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 8.5% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 91.5% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
Wauchope was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.5% of its population born in Australia, 93.1% being citizens, and 97.8% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Wauchope was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.3% of people in Wauchope. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Wauchope are Australian, comprising 34.3% of the population, English, comprising 32.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 7.8% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 5.6% of Wauchope (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Maltese at 0.5% (vs 0.4%) and Maori at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).
8.5% of the Wauchope SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.2% of the population in the Wauchope SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
5.6% of the Wauchope SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
93.1% of the Wauchope SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Wauchope 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 | 23.6% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 41.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.3% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,733 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 34.9% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $360 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 29.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 87th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Wauchope SA2, 41.4% of homes are owned outright, 34.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 23.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.3% of dwellings in the Wauchope SA2 are houses.
In the Wauchope SA2, 1.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Wauchope SA2 stands at 41.4%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Wauchope SA2 is $1,733, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Wauchope SA2 is $972, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Wauchope SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 29.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Wauchope SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Wauchope SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 29.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 26.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Wauchope SA2 consists of 91.3% detached houses, 7.3% semi-detached dwellings, 1.0% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Wauchope consumes approximately 16.6% of median household income ($5,867 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Wauchope show attached dwellings contributing 40% of approvals compared to 9% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 60% of applications versus 91% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Wauchope is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 47.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 13th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 61.7% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 70.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
Around 47.8% of people in the Wauchope SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Wauchope SA2, 7.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.1% of people in the Wauchope SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the Wauchope SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.4% of people in the Wauchope SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Wauchope SA2, 47.8% 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 | 132 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 985 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 105 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 88 | 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 | 10.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 132 public transport stops within the Wauchope SA2.
The Wauchope SA2 has 985 weekly trips across 88 routes, averaging 140 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 308 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.6 km away and the nearest school 2.1 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 132 stops nearby, 985 weekly trips, access rating 39 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 | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 13.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 17.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Wauchope among the top 27% of areas assessed nationwide.
Wauchope has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 26th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Wauchope's affordable property market has recorded 341 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 90% residential, 4% commercial and 6% vacant land transactions.
Wauchope lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Wauchope's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income figures position the area below 81% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
While Wauchope retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.9%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking.
Educational outcomes in Wauchope fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment.
Wauchope features high concentrations of single parent families and couples without children, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Wauchope placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Wauchope is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Wauchope is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
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.
Wauchope has an estimated 13,889 residents, up 8.5% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Wauchope.
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 Wauchope.
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Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (108041166). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Wauchope 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 Wauchope 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.