West Wyalong
Statistical Area - sa2

West Wyalong has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

West Wyalong's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 5,471, a decrease of 54 people since the 2021 Census. The ABS estimated resident population in June 2024 was 5,423, with an additional 20 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this change. This results in a population density ratio of 0.70 persons per square kilometer. While West Wyalong experienced a 1.0% decline since the census, the SA3 area had a 0.4% growth, indicating differing trends. Natural growth contributed approximately 56.9% of overall population gains recently. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the population is expected to decrease by 48 persons according to these projections. However, specific age cohorts like the 75 to 84 group are projected to grow, with an increase of 121 people anticipated in this cohort.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in West Wyalong, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

West Wyalong has seen approximately 16 dwellings receive development approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 80 homes were approved, with a further 2 approved so far in FY-26. Despite population decline, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average value of new homes being built is $316,000. This year, commercial development approvals totalled $14.9 million, indicating moderate levels of commercial activity. Compared to the Rest of NSW, West Wyalong maintains similar construction rates per person, preserving market equilibrium consistent with surrounding areas. However, these rates are below the national average, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. New development consists of 75% detached dwellings and 25% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low density character focused on family homes.

This reflects a change from the current housing mix, which is 93% houses, due to reduced availability of development sites and shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. The estimated population per dwelling approval in West Wyalong is 369 people, indicating its quiet, low activity development environment. Given stable or declining population forecasts, the area may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

West Wyalong has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 19thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects likely impacting this region. Key projects are West Wyalong Accommodation Village (Boundary Street), West Wyalong Solar Farm, WR Connect Rail Siding, and Urban Channel Pipeline Project. Most relevant details follow.

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AreaSearch analysis places West Wyalong well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

West Wyalong's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. As of June 2025, the unemployment rate stands at 1.8%.

In comparison to Rest of NSW's 3.7% unemployment rate, West Wyalong's rate is 1.9% lower. Workforce participation in West Wyalong is 58.8%, slightly higher than Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries for employment are agriculture, forestry & fishing, mining, and education & training. The area specializes in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share 4.9 times the regional level.

Conversely, health care & social assistance employs only 8.3% of local workers, below Rest of NSW's 16.9%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Over the year to June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 2.5%, with employment declining by 3.2%, leading to a 0.7 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest West Wyalong's employment could grow by approximately 4.7% over five years and 10.9% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

West Wyalong had a median taxpayer income of $47,785 and an average of $59,916 in financial year 2022. This is lower than the national averages of $53,811 (median) and $67,471 (average), estimated for September 2025 based on a 12.61% growth since financial year 2022. West Wyalong's incomes rank modestly, between the 22nd and 34th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. The $1,500 - $2,999 earnings band includes 29.9% of individuals in West Wyalong, similar to the regional percentage. Housing costs allow retention of 91.5% of income, but disposable income is below average at the 32nd percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in West Wyalong, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.7% houses and 7.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 92.0% houses and 8.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in West Wyalong stood at 51.2%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (29.2%) or rented (19.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,083, below Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,200. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $200, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $220. Nationally, West Wyalong's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

West Wyalong features high concentrations of lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 66.7% of all households, including 25.6% couples with children, 30.9% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 33.3%, with lone person households at 31.5% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which aligns with the average in the Rest of NSW.

West Wyalong faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

West Wyalong has lower university qualification rates at 13.6% compared to NSW's average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.7%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.6%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.3%). Vocational credentials are held by 40.3% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 8.4% and certificates at 31.9%. Educational participation is high, with 29.1% currently enrolled in formal education: primary (12.5%), secondary (8.2%), and tertiary (2.2%).

West Wyalong has a network of 9 schools educating approximately 786 students, including 7 primary, 1 secondary, and 1 K-12 school.

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

West Wyalong has 255 active public transport stops. These include train and bus services. There are 26 routes serving these stops, offering a total of 269 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of transport is rated as moderate, with residents on average located 423 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 38 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately one weekly trip per individual stop.

Health performance in West Wyalong is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

West Wyalong faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent among both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 50% (~2,708 people) have private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (11.9%) and asthma (8.1%). A total of 65.2% report having no medical ailments, slightly higher than the Rest of NSW average of 62.4%. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 65 and over at 23.9% (1,307 people).

The latest Census data sees West Wyalong placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

West Wyalong, as per the census data from June 2016, had a cultural diversity index of below average. The population composition was predominantly Australian citizens at 88.7%, born in Australia at 93.7%, and speaking English only at home at 97.0%. Christianity was the dominant religion, with 74.2% of the population identifying as such, compared to 70.4% across the Rest of NSW.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (35.2%), English (32.7%), and Irish (8.7%). Notably, there was an overrepresentation of Australian Aboriginal people at 4.5%, German people at 4.4%, and Scottish people at 8.4% compared to regional averages of 7.9%, 3.0%, and 7.2% respectively.

West Wyalong hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

West Wyalong has a median age of 43, matching Rest of NSW's figure and exceeding Australia's national average of 38 years. The age distribution indicates that individuals aged 55-64 are notably prominent at 13.6%, while those aged 35-44 comprise only 10.2% of the population, lower than Rest of NSW's proportion. According to the 2021 Census, West Wyalong's 25-34 age group has increased from 10.5% to 12.1%. Conversely, the 35-44 cohort has decreased from 11.3% to 10.2%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in West Wyalong's age structure. The 75-84 group is projected to grow by 25%, reaching 559 people from 448. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 79% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 45-54 and 55-64 cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.