Wyong
Statistical Area - sa2

Wyong has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Wyong's population, as of August 2025, is approximately 9,427 people. This figure represents a growth of 307 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 9,120. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,360 in June 2024 and an additional 53 validated new addresses after the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 627 persons per square kilometer. Wyong's growth rate of 3.4% since the 2021 census surpassed the SA4 region's growth rate of 3.1%. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 56.8% of recent population gains in the area.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. According to population projections, Wyong is expected to grow by approximately 899 persons by 2041, reflecting an increase of around 8.8% over the 17-year period.

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

Wyong has had approximately 33 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling 166 homes. As of FY26, there have been 2 approvals so far. The average number of new residents arriving per year for each new home approved in Wyong between FY21 and FY25 is around 1. This indicates that supply is meeting or exceeding demand, providing more buyer choices while supporting potential population growth above projections.

The average construction cost value of new properties in Wyong is $493,000, which aligns with regional trends. In the current financial year, there have been $31.5 million worth of commercial development approvals recorded in Wyong, suggesting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wyong records 16.0% less building activity per person. Nationally, Wyong places among the 45th percentile of areas assessed for building activity, indicating somewhat limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established properties. New development in Wyong consists of 41.0% standalone homes and 59.0% townhouses or apartments. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points, catering to downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers.

This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition, which is currently 80.0% houses. The estimated population density in Wyong based on dwelling approvals is around 444 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. According to future projections, Wyong is expected to add approximately 832 residents by the year 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Wyong has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

The performance of a region is significantly impacted by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 19 such projects that could influence the area. Notable ones include Wyong Hospital Redevelopment - Stage 3, Warnervale Water and Sewer Infrastructure, Lake Haven Shopping Centre Redevelopment, and Warnervale Link Road. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Wyong are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Wyong has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. Essential services sectors are well represented.

The unemployment rate was 8.8% in June 2024, with an estimated employment growth of 1.2%. As of June 2025, 3940 residents are employed, but the unemployment rate is higher at 4.6%, compared to Greater Sydney's 4.2%. Workforce participation lags at 50.6%. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Health care & social assistance employment is notably high, at 1.3 times the regional average. However, professional & technical jobs are underrepresented, with only 4.6% of Wyong's workforce compared to 11.5% in Greater Sydney. The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.6, indicating local employment opportunities above the norm. From June 2024 to June 2025, employment increased by 1.2%, while labour force grew by 2.7%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment grow by 2.6%, labour force expand by 2.9%, and unemployment rise by only 0.3 percentage points. State-level data from Sep-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.41% (losing 19,270 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.3%. This compares favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.5%, but lags behind national employment growth of 0.26%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May 2025, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wyong's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Wyong's median taxpayer income is $45,116 and average is $54,821 in postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is below the national average of $56,994 (median) and $80,856 (average). Using Wage Price Index growth of 10.6% since FY2022, estimated median income in Wyong by March 2025 would be approximately $49,898, with average at $60,632. Census data shows household, family and personal incomes in Wyong are between the 14th and 15th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile indicates that 27.5% of residents (2,592 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to regional levels at 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Wyong, with only 78.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 11th percentile nationally.

Wyong is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Wyong's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 79.7% houses and 20.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Sydney metro's figures of 83.2% houses and 16.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wyong stood at 30.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.3% and rented ones at 40.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,690, lower than Sydney metro's average of $1,900. Median weekly rent in Wyong was $360, compared to Sydney metro's $385. Nationally, Wyong's mortgage repayments are below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are less than the national figure of $375.

Wyong features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.3% of all households, including 23.2% couples with children, 23.9% couples without children, and 17.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 33.7%, with lone person households at 29.3% and group households comprising 4.3%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Wyong fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 14.5%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 40.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (30.5%). Educational participation is high at 29.6%, including 9.8% in primary, 8.1% in secondary, and 3.6% in tertiary education.

Seven schools operate within Wyong, educating approximately 2,523 students with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 967). The educational mix includes three primary, two secondary, and two K-12 schools. Wyong functions as an education hub with 26.8 school places per 100 residents, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Transport analysis shows 103 active transport stops in Wyong, including both train and bus services. These stops are covered by 85 individual routes, collectively offering 4,224 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of public transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 178 metres from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 603 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 41 weekly trips per stop.

Health performance in Wyong is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Wyong faces significant health challenges, as indicated by its health data. Both younger and older age groups have notable prevalence of common health conditions. Only approximately 47% (~4,449 people) of Wyong's total population has private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 49.3%.

Nationally, the average is 55.3%. Mental health issues affect 11.9% of residents, and arthritis impacts 9.9%, while 60.6% report having no medical ailments. In comparison, Greater Sydney has 61.5% without medical ailments. Wyong has 19.6% (1,848 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than Greater Sydney's 22.3%. Seniors' health outcomes present challenges broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Wyong ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Wyong's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 86.4% of its population being Australian citizens, 82.4% born in Australia, and 89.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the main religion in Wyong, comprising 53.1% of people, compared to 56.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (29.8%), English (29.7%), and Irish (7.2%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation is higher at 5.2% in Wyong compared to the regional average of 4.5%, Spanish representation is also higher at 0.6% versus 0.3%, and Maori representation is slightly higher at 0.8% compared to 0.6%.

Wyong's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Wyong has a median age of 40, which is somewhat higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37, and marginally higher than Australia's 38 years. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, Wyong has an over-representation of the 55-64 cohort (13.3% locally) and an under-representation of the 35-44 year-olds (11.6%). Between 2021 and present, the 75-84 age group has grown from 6.0% to 7.2% of the population, while the 45-54 cohort has declined from 13.2% to 12.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Wyong's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to expand by 236 people (35%), from 681 to 918. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 71% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 35-44 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.