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West Wyalong has an estimated 5,437 residents, down 1.6% since the 2021 Census, with 100 projects tracked in the area around West Wyalong.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The West Wyalong Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 236 kilometres northwest of the Canberra CBD in New South Wales. AreaSearch's analysis places its population at around 5,437 as of Aug 2026, which marks minimal change from the 5,525 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Its assessment of the latest ABS ERP (Estimated Resident Population) outputs, together with new addresses added since the Census, reveals no significant movements. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026. Market conditions feature strong outright home ownership, a below-average unemployment rate, above-average children per family, affordable housing options, a notable mining employment base and an elevated share of agricultural employment. Residents include a high proportion of children, while education levels tend to be lower and income sits in the lower quartile. In terms of population growth, the area shows limited expansion.
West Wyalong is best known for its vibrant agricultural community, with wide expanses of fertile land forming a picturesque backdrop to a thriving rural lifestyle.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The West Wyalong Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 236 kilometres northwest of the Canberra CBD in New South Wales. AreaSearch's analysis places its population at around 5,437 as of Aug 2026, which marks minimal change from the 5,525 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Its assessment of the latest ABS ERP (Estimated Resident Population) outputs, together with new addresses added since the Census, reveals no significant movements. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026. Market conditions feature strong outright home ownership, a below-average unemployment rate, above-average children per family, affordable housing options, a notable mining employment base and an elevated share of agricultural employment. Residents include a high proportion of children, while education levels tend to be lower and income sits in the lower quartile. In terms of population growth, the area shows limited expansion.
West Wyalong is best known for its vibrant agricultural community, with wide expanses of fertile land forming a picturesque backdrop to a thriving rural lifestyle.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,584 in 2001 and 5,420 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,437 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 12.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.9%.
West Wyalong ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 54th 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 West Wyalong is $468 a week, up 1.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 19% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 5.7%.
19% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Units: $164 in 2018, $437 in 2025. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Cassin Street, Wyalong NSW 2671 | $600,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 27 Golden Street, West Wyalong NSW 2671 | $224,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 42 Golden Street, West Wyalong NSW 2671 | $400,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 57 Court Street, West Wyalong NSW 2671 | $550,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Belar Street, West Wyalong NSW 2671 | $435,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 81 Ada Road, Barmedman NSW 2668 | $300,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Lamont Crescent, West Wyalong NSW 2671 | $570,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 35 De Boos Street, Barmedman NSW 2668 | $220,000 | 13 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 7/117 Operator Street, West Wyalong NSW 2671 | $510,000 | 11 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 38 De Boos Street, Barmedman NSW 2668 | $340,000 | 10 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 42 residential sales recorded since 16 Apr 2026 (the latest settled 29 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 42, houses and units together, was $432,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $468 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +1.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 5.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $430k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $470k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $432,500 | Median of the 42 most recent residential sales, settled 16 Apr 2026 to 29 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $496 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 6.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lachlan Valley | $408 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lachlan Valley, over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central West | $514 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central West, over 12 months | +6.3% | 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 81 tracked applications: 17 approved, 20 under assessment, 44 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 100 projects in and around West Wyalong, 29 of them under construction.
Purpose built workers accommodation village in Boundary Street, West Wyalong, providing around 176 beds in 52 dwellings with communal kitchen, dining and administration facilities. Developed by Evolution Mining to house construction and operational workforce for the Cowal Underground Project and relieve pressure on the West Wyalong housing market.
West Wyalong Solar Farm is a utility scale 107 MWdc (about 90 MW AC) solar farm with an integrated 50 MW / 90 MWh battery, located on approximately 560 hectares at 228-230 Blands Lane, Wyalong NSW.
A 16-hectare (40-acre) multi-stage residential land estate on the edge of Temora, offering 125 lots ranging from 800m2 to 2,037m2 with views toward the Narraburra Hills. Stage 1 (53 lots) is complete and fully serviced with power, water, sewer, gas and NBN. Stage 2 (32 lots) is under construction with completion expected within 12 to 18 months.
A multi-stage, $3 million project to upgrade the road surface of a 1.4-kilometre section of Hoskins Street (Goldfields Way) in Temora. The upgrade will provide a stronger, safer road and reduce future maintenance costs.
The $95 million Temora Health Service redevelopment at 169-189 Loftus Street, delivered by Health Infrastructure NSW, is a new integrated health facility. Planned services include a new emergency department, a flexible inpatient unit, a birthing suite, an operating theatre and expanded medical imaging, including the hospital's first CT.
SkyPark is a 21-lot residential development at Temora Airport, offering hangar homes with direct access to taxiways for aviation enthusiasts. The lots range from 1,109sqm to 1,529sqm and are connected to power, water, sewer, and NBN.
Highfields Estate is a boutique, 17.3 hectare residential and industrial subdivision on the edge of Temora in the NSW Riverina region. Development consent covers 63 residential lots and 11 industrial lots on land at 232 Loftus Street.
The project involves the conversion and alteration of an existing commercial building at 231 Hoskins Street into a drive-through liquor outlet (bottle shop). The development includes structural modifications to allow vehicle access and egress through the building, signage updates, and internal reconfiguration to facilitate drive-through sales.
Full-service hardware, DIY, and rural supplies store in Temora, NSW, developed by BA Moses Pty Ltd through the repurposing of an existing warehouse at 1-3 Ironbark Street. The facility includes a dedicated Trade Centre with drive-through lanes, trade accounts, and job-site delivery, alongside an expanded retail area for timber and construction materials.
Morningside Estate is a semi-rural lifestyle offering located in Temora, NSW. It features 28 spacious home sites with land sizes ranging from 10,000 m2 (1Ha) to 20,000 m2 (2Ha). It is designed for tree-changers and growing families who want a rural lifestyle with convenient access to town amenities.
The Stockinbingal to Parkes section of the Inland Rail project involved enhancing 170.3km of the existing rail corridor in regional New South Wales to accommodate double-stacked freight trains up to 6.5 metres high.
A council led residential subdivision in Condobolin providing around 22 new house and land lots on Scott Street and Officers Parade. Civil and road works were largely completed in the 2024/25 financial year, with Stage 1 lots now released to market through local agents to help address housing supply and support the town's growth.
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Estimated completion year of the 49 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 12, 2026 12, 2027 9, 2028 4, 2029 6, 2030 5, 2031 0, 2032 1. 19 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 81 substantial development applications lodged in and around West Wyalong over the past 5 years, 53 in the last 12 months; 20 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 8, 2023 4, 2024 6, 2025 10, 2026 (to Oct) 51.
Key application 1107 Fullers Lane, Ungarie Commercial | $2.9m
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 81 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 53 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 37th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 15 | ABS building approvals | 27th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 17 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the West Wyalong SA2 include: West Wyalong Solar Farm (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure projects impacting the West Wyalong SA2 are primarily focused on Energy.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the West Wyalong SA2, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the West Wyalong SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 34th percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in West Wyalong, placing the area among the bottom 15% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the West Wyalong SA2 area has seen 28 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The West Wyalong SA2's current population of 5,437 has been supported by 15 approvals on average over recent years.
The West Wyalong SA2 has seen 2.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 395 people in the West Wyalong 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 Wyalong SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 15, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the West Wyalong SA2 has seen 77 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
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.
West Wyalong has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,437 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -1.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 7th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,525 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 8,317.47 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the West Wyalong SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,437 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,420 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The west wyalong sa2 has lost approximately 88 people and shown a 1.59% decrease from the 5,525 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the West Wyalong SA2 is estimated at 0 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the West Wyalong SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -1.0% per annum.
Population growth in the West Wyalong SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (52.4%), Overseas migration (47.6%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 52.4% of overall population gains.
West Wyalong'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 | 24.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 21.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.1% | 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 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the West Wyalong 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, West Wyalong 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 West Wyalong SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 0 - 4 group, making up 7.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the West Wyalong SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 10.0% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the West Wyalong SA2 is broadly in line with Regional NSW.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.8% of the population in the West Wyalong SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 24.3% of the population in the West Wyalong SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 76% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,865 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 24th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $66,433 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,324 | 2021 Census, weekly | 21st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $730 | 2021 Census, weekly | 34th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 14.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,810 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 31.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the West Wyalong SA2 is approximately $56,238. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,865.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the West Wyalong SA2 is approximately $70,671. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $66,433.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the West Wyalong SA2 is approximately $56,238 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,865 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the West Wyalong SA2 is approximately $70,671 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $66,433 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the West Wyalong SA2's households (~29.9% / 640 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the West Wyalong SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.9% 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 Wyalong SA2 is $1,324/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the West Wyalong SA2 is $1,810/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the West Wyalong SA2 is $730/wk.
The West Wyalong SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $52,865 and an average of $66,433 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is lower than average on a national basis, contrasting with Regional NSW's median income of $55,733 and average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $56,238 (median) and $70,671 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the West Wyalong SA2 is $5,251 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The west wyalong sa2's disposable income is $5,251 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in West Wyalong demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,904 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,257 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,981 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the West Wyalong SA2 has approximately 2,904 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the West Wyalong SA2 stands at 2.6%, which is 1.6 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 Wyalong SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (25.9% of employment), mining (12.0%), and education & training (8.6%). Other significant employers include health care & social assistance and retail trade.
Over the past year to June 2026, the West Wyalong 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 Wyalong SA2 is 69.1%, 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 wyalong sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 25.9% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 4.9, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The west wyalong sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 11.8% growth, ranking 6th out of 37 regions nationally.
Skilled workers will find selective opportunities in the West Wyalong SA2, with knowledge-based sectors representing 20.1% of local jobs. Key sectors for skilled workers include education & training (8.6%), health care & social assistance (8.3%), and professional & technical (2.2%).
West Wyalong 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 | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 46.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
13.6% of people aged 15 and over in the West Wyalong SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
46.0% of people aged 15 and over in the West Wyalong SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The west wyalong sa2 ranks in the 9th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the West Wyalong SA2 are: Certificate (31.9%), Bachelor Degree (10.7%), Advanced Diploma (8.4%).
29.1% of the population in the West Wyalong SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.5% in primary school, 8.2% in secondary school, 2.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the West Wyalong SA2 is 913, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 9 schools within the West Wyalong SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 786 students.
The west wyalong sa2 includes 7 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 combined school.
West Wyalong features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.5% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.6% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,142 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,108 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 66.7% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.2 per family | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the West Wyalong SA2 had 2,142 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has decreased by approximately 1.6% to an estimated 2,108 households today.
The average household size in the West Wyalong SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 66.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.5%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,429 family households, couples with children account for 25.6% of all households, couples without children at home 30.9%, and single parent families 9.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the West Wyalong SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the West Wyalong SA2 have an average of 2.2 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 50.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.3% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 31.5% of all households in the West Wyalong SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.8% 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 West Wyalong 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 | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.7% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 93.7% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
West Wyalong was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.7% of its population being citizens, 93.7% born in Australia, and 97.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in West Wyalong was found to be Christianity, which makes up 74.2% of people in West Wyalong. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in West Wyalong are Australian, comprising 35.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional NSW's 30.0%, English, comprising 32.7% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 4.5% of West Wyalong (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), German at 4.4% (vs 3.1%) and Scottish at 8.4% (vs 8.0%).
6.3% of the West Wyalong SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.0% of the population in the West Wyalong SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
4.5% of the West Wyalong SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
88.7% of the West Wyalong SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
West Wyalong 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 | 19.6% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 51.2% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 92.7% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,083 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 10th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $200 | 2021 Census, weekly | 6th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 15.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 9th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the West Wyalong SA2, 51.2% of homes are owned outright, 29.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 19.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 92.7% of dwellings in the West Wyalong SA2 are houses.
In the West Wyalong SA2, 2.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the West Wyalong SA2 stands at 51.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the West Wyalong SA2 is $1,083, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the West Wyalong SA2 is $486, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the West Wyalong SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 18.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 15.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the West Wyalong SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the West Wyalong SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 18.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 15.1% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the West Wyalong SA2 consists of 92.7% detached houses, 4.3% semi-detached dwellings, 2.1% apartments, and 1.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in West Wyalong consumes approximately 8.5% of median household income ($5,733 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 Wyalong show attached dwellings contributing 43% of approvals compared to 7% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 57% of applications versus 93% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in West Wyalong is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 32nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 65.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.3% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.8% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
Around 50.4% of people in the West Wyalong SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the West Wyalong SA2, 5.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.1% of people in the West Wyalong SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the West Wyalong SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.9% of people in the West Wyalong SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the West Wyalong SA2, 50.4% 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 | 40 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 40th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 281 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 96th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 331 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 19th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 19 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 30 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 16.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 281 public transport stops within the West Wyalong SA2.
The West Wyalong SA2 has 331 weekly trips across 30 routes, averaging 47 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 191 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 4.4 km away and the nearest child care centre 12.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 281 stops nearby, 331 weekly trips, access rating 40 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 14 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 14th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 12.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 12.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 14.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 14.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 14.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 14.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 15.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 89.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 96.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 97.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 135 places in West Wyalong, about 3.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in West Wyalong, placing the area among the bottom 15% of areas assessed nationally.
West Wyalong has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 34th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
West Wyalong's affordable property market has recorded 193 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 66% residential, 25% commercial and 9% vacant land transactions.
West Wyalong has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
West Wyalong's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income figures position the area below 76% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in West Wyalong demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.
West Wyalong faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
West Wyalong features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
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 is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in West Wyalong is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
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 below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
West Wyalong has an estimated 5,437 residents, down 1.6% since the 2021 Census, with 100 projects tracked in the area around West Wyalong.
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 Wyalong.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Nov 2025. 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 (103021069). 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 (Nov 2025) 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 West Wyalong 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 Wyalong 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.
