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West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth has an estimated 7,591 residents, up 4.6% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 111 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an attractive residential environment celebrated for its peaceful natural setting, leafy reserves, and enduring mining heritage. The area is defined by a strong sense of camaraderie and family-oriented living, complemented by local shops, cafes, restaurants, and excellent service amenities. Underpinned by strong detached house representation and notable levels of mortgaged homes, the community features a standard demographic profile with a median age of 38. While formal education levels trend lower, the local employment base is anchored by elevated construction employment, a notable healthcare employment base, and a pronounced administrative employment presence.
Demonstrating strong expansion patterns, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth Statistical Area (Lv2) has achieved significant residential momentum. As of the latest population estimate date of Aug 2026, the population is around 7,591 based on AreaSearch analysis.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 111 kilometres north-northeast from Sydney CBD, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an attractive residential environment celebrated for its peaceful natural setting, leafy reserves, and enduring mining heritage. The area is defined by a strong sense of camaraderie and family-oriented living, complemented by local shops, cafes, restaurants, and excellent service amenities. Underpinned by strong detached house representation and notable levels of mortgaged homes, the community features a standard demographic profile with a median age of 38. While formal education levels trend lower, the local employment base is anchored by elevated construction employment, a notable healthcare employment base, and a pronounced administrative employment presence.
Demonstrating strong expansion patterns, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth Statistical Area (Lv2) has achieved significant residential momentum. As of the latest population estimate date of Aug 2026, the population is around 7,591 based on AreaSearch analysis.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,449 in 2001 and 7,583 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,591 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 15.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 37%.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth ranks in the 83rd percentile nationally for amenities and the 77th for population growth.
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 West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth is $655 a week, down 0.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 13% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.9%.
13% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $434 in 2017, $665 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 Royalty Street, West Wallsend NSW 2286 | $1,015,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 76 Carrington Street, West Wallsend NSW 2286 | $710,118 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 12 Conveyor Street, West Wallsend NSW 2286 | $1,000,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 39 Earl Street, Holmesville NSW 2286 | $422,500 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 13 Prince Street, Barnsley NSW 2278 | $800,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 22 Manning Way Edgeworth NSW 2285 | $590,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 28 Wallsend Road, West Wallsend NSW 2286 | $960,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 102 Seaham Street, Holmesville NSW 2286 | $633,334 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Cutter Court, West Wallsend NSW 2286 | $1,160,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 42 George Booth Drive, Seahampton NSW 2286 | $500,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 47 residential sales recorded since 1 May 2026 (the latest settled 9 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 47, houses and units together, was $950,000 (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 | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -0.7% | 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 | $900k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $785k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $950,000 | Median of the 47 most recent residential sales, settled 1 May 2026 to 9 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| 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 126 tracked applications: 48 approved, 39 under assessment, 39 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth (3 under construction) and 75 more in the surrounding area.
Lake Macquarie City Council is expanding West Wallsend Swim Centre with a new heated indoor three-lane learn-to-swim pool, accessible ramp entry, accessible bathrooms and change rooms, lifeguard workspace, reception area and associated site improvements including additional parking.
A $95 million motorsport park and resort being developed via the adaptive reuse of a 252-hectare former coal mine site. The project features driver training facilities, public track days, performance car experiences, go-kart track, luxury accommodation, function centre, and a cafe situated in the former mine's horse stable building.
A $95 million world-first adaptive reuse motorsport resort built on former colliery land, featuring a 5.4 km driving circuit, 117 trackside luxury villas and cabins, driver training facility, 100-seat restaurant, and function venue.
State significant post-mining transformation pilot project converting 1,160 hectares of former colliery land near Glendale into over 500 hectares of employable industrial, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing land, alongside 36 hectares of open space.
Final stages of the Cameron Grove Estate masterplanned community at Cameron Park. The broader 300 hectare estate will ultimately deliver around 2,000 dwellings together with retail, parks, community facilities and supporting infrastructure.
300-hectare master-planned residential community accommodating approximately 2000 dwellings across house-and-land, medium-density and townhouse products. The estate includes a Woolworths-anchored neighbourhood centre, Harrigans Irish Pub, a large local park, lake system seamlessly integrated into natural surroundings, and an historic tramway corridor.
A local planning proposal and Development Control Plan amendment that expands the West Wallsend Heritage Conservation Area to include parts of Holmesville, reduces maximum building heights from 10 m to 8.5 m in key centres, and updates heritage controls to better protect the historic mining towns.
Appletree Grove Estate is a large staged house and land subdivision on the western edge of West Wallsend, transforming former bushland into around 404 residential lots.
Completed neighbourhood shopping centre featuring Woolworths supermarket, BWS, and 22 specialty tenancies including PETstock, Snap Fitness, medical centre, dining options, and various retail services. Total GFA of 7,037 sqm with 387 parking spaces, serving the growing Cameron Park community.
Council-led planning program to refresh and improve the Edgeworth town centre, focusing on streetscape upgrades, mixed-use activation and improved connectivity with nearby community facilities.
A prominent 16,015 square metre E1-zoned site in the heart of Cameron Park's thriving retail and commercial precinct. With dual street frontages to Northlakes Drive (160m) and Elanet Avenue (80m), the site has been sold and offers excellent opportunity for retail, large-format, and essential services development.
Construction of a two-storey residential aged care facility comprising 80 residential care beds, communal living areas, staff facilities, and ancillary uses, forming part of the broader redevelopment of RFBI Hawkins Masonic Village.
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AreaSearch has tracked 126 substantial development applications lodged in and around West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth over the past 5 years, 107 in the last 12 months; 39 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 14, 2023 3, 2024 1, 2025 1, 2026 (to Nov) 107.
Key application George Booth Drive, Edgeworth Multi-Resi | $27m | 82 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 126 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 107 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 46 | ABS building approvals | 56th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 48 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 39 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 include: West Wallsend Swim Centre Expansion (Construction); Macquarie Coal Complex Transformation Precinct (Under Assessment); Cameron Grove Estate - Cameron Grove South (Construction); West Wallsend and Holmesville Heritage Conservation Area Amendment (Completed); and Cameron Grove Estate (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Sports & Recreation, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 area has seen 122 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2's current population of 7,591 has been supported by 46 approvals on average over recent years.
The West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 has seen 6.2 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 128 people in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 46, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 has grown by approximately 412 people, while 230 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Population growth drivers in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,591 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 105 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,254 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 337 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 72.54 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 was estimated to be approximately 7,591 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,583 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The west wallsend - barnsley - killingworth sa2 has added approximately 337 people and shown a 4.65% increase from the 7,254 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is estimated at 105 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
Population growth in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (78.0%), Overseas migration (17.6%), Interstate migration (4.5%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 78.0% of overall population gains.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.8% | 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 | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth is 5 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 15.3% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 85+ group, making up 1.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (1.2% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.2% of the population in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.6% of the population in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,729 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 58th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $69,099 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,769 | 2021 Census, weekly | 51st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $774 | 2021 Census, weekly | 43rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 19.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,020 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 21.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is approximately $64,604. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,729.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is approximately $73,508. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $69,099.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is approximately $64,604 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,729 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is approximately $73,508 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,099 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2's households (~37.0% / 954 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 37.0% 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 West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is $1,769/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is $2,020/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is $774/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is slightly lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $60,729 while the average income stands at $69,099. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $64,604 (median) and $73,508 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is $6,485 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The west wallsend - barnsley - killingworth sa2's disposable income is $6,485 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
While West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.6%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 4,040 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,099 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 4,190 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 has approximately 4,040 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.6%. 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 3.6% indicates the ranking primarily reflects recent job losses rather than underlying labor market weakness.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 stands at 3.6%, which is 0.6 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.6% of employment), construction (13.1%), and retail trade (11.1%). Other significant employers include manufacturing and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth 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 West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is 67.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The west wallsend - barnsley - killingworth 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 west wallsend - barnsley - killingworth 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 3.6% suggests the ranking is driven by recent job losses rather than structural weakness. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 11.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 38.1% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
11.1% of people aged 15 and over in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
41.5% of people aged 15 and over in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The west wallsend - barnsley - killingworth sa2 ranks in the 13th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 are: Certificate (38.1%), Advanced Diploma (9.2%), Bachelor Degree (8.0%).
27.3% of the population in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.8% in primary school, 7.3% in secondary school, 3.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is 936, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,262 students.
The west wallsend - barnsley - killingworth sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 3 secondary schools.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth features high concentrations of family households and single parent families but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 17.9% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.9% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.1% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,579 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,699 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 had 2,579 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.7% to an estimated 2,699 households today.
The average household size in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (17.9%), group households (2.9%), and other household types (0.2%).
Of the 2,037 family households, couples with children account for 35.9% of all households, couples without children at home 29.1%, and single parent families 13.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.0% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 17.9% 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 West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 47.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 35.9% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 17.9% of all households in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth 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 2.9% of households, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
The latest Census data sees West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth 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 | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 94.7% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 94.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 94.1% of its population born in Australia, 94.7% being citizens, and 97.7% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.6% of people in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth are Australian, comprising 34.4% of the population, English, comprising 32.3% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 5.3% of West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Macedonian at 0.3% (vs 0.4%) and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).
5.9% of the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.3% of the population in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
5.3% of the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
94.7% of the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 33.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,798 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 48th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 50.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $390 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2, 33.4% of homes are owned outright, 50.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.9% of dwellings in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 are houses.
In the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 stands at 33.4%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is $1,798, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is $1,180, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 23.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 23.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 22.0% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 consists of 97.9% detached houses, 1.4% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 0.3% other dwelling types.
Housing in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth consumes approximately 15.4% of median household income ($7,660 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth show attached dwellings contributing 30% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 70% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth: private health cover 52.0%, no long-term health condition 62.3%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 41st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 62.3% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.5% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
Around 52.0% of people in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2, 6.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
9.7% of people in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth 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 West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.8% of people in the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2, 52.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 51 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 51st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 99 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 620 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 77 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 38 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 15.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 99 public transport stops within the West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2.
The West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth SA2 has 620 weekly trips across 38 routes, averaging 88 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 159 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 663 m away and the nearest school 771 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 99 stops nearby, 620 weekly trips, access rating 51 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 83 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 663 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 771 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 10.3 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 West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 35% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth's resilient property market has recorded 157 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 83% residential, 1% commercial and 17% vacant land transactions.
Population growth drivers in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
While West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.6%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth features high concentrations of family households and single parent families but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
Health in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth: private health cover 52.0%, no long-term health condition 62.3%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth has an estimated 7,591 residents, up 4.6% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth.
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 West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing 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.
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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 (111021221). 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, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth 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 West Wallsend - Barnsley - Killingworth 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.
