Nyngan

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

As of 1 November 2025, the estimated population of the Nyngan statistical area (Lv2) is around 1953 people. This figure reflects no change since the 2021 Census, which also reported a population of 1953 people. The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch, based on ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and validated new addresses, is 1926 people. This results in a population density of approximately 0.90 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, from 2015 to 2025, Nyngan has shown a compound annual growth rate of -1.4%, outperforming its SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed significantly to population growth in recent periods, accounting for approximately 54% of overall gains.

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 released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are employed. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, Nyngan's population is expected to decrease by 437 persons by the year 2041.

The level of residential development activity in Nyngan is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Nyngan has received approximately 5 dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling around 28 homes. In FY-26 so far, 3 approvals have been recorded. The area's population decline has likely been matched by new supply, providing good buyer choice.

Average construction value is $499,000, indicating a focus on premium properties. Nyngan shows 116.0% higher development activity per person compared to the Rest of NSW, suggesting established nature and potential planning limitations. New developments consist of 80.0% detached houses and 20.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining low density with an emphasis on detached housing. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 427 people. With stable or declining population expected, Nyngan may offer housing opportunities for buyers.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Nyngan should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Nyngan has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 37thth percentile nationally

No changes can significantly impact an area's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 0 projects likely to affect this area. Key projects include Nyngan to Cobar Pump Stations Project, Macquarie-Castlereagh Alluvium Water Resource Plan, Newell Highway Upgrade, and NSW Heavy Vehicle Rest Stops Program (TfNSW), with the following list detailing those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Nyngan exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

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

Unemployment rate is 2.7%, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of September 2025885 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.1% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation stands at 62.4%, exceeding Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Dominant employment sectors include mining, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and education & training.

Mining has a strong presence with an employment share 7.5 times the regional level. Health care & social assistance, however, has limited presence at 11.1% compared to the regional 16.9%. Local employment opportunities appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population comparison. Over the 12 months to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 5.0%, alongside a 5.5% employment decline, causing unemployment rate to rise by 0.6 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of NSW where employment fell by 0.5%, labour force contracted by 0.1%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. State-level data from 25-Nov-25 shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National unemployment rate stands at 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% expansion over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Nyngan's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.1% over five years and 11.6% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Nyngan has lower income compared to national averages. The median income is $50,754 and the average income is $62,674. In contrast, Rest of NSW has a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $55,251 (median) and $68,227 (average). Census data indicates that Nyngan ranks modestly in terms of household, family, and personal incomes, between the 30th and 42nd percentiles. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is dominant with 29.1% of residents (568 people), similar to the broader area where 29.9% fall within this range. Housing costs are manageable with 91.0% retained, but disposable income is below average at the 39th percentile.

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

Nyngan's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, comprised 92.3% houses and 7.7% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro NSW had 90.0% houses and 10.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Nyngan was 41.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.6% and rented dwellings at 32.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,083, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,000. The median weekly rent in Nyngan was $200, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $180. Nationally, Nyngan's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Nyngan features high concentrations of lone person households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.3% of all households, including 26.6% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 10.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 34.7%, with lone person households at 32.4% and group households comprising 2.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.3.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 15.1%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are held by 35.0% of residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 6.5% and certificates at 28.5%. Educational participation is high, with 28.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.1% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 1.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Nyngan has 78 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 14 different routes, providing a total of 130 weekly passenger trips. The average distance to the nearest stop for residents is 152 meters, indicating excellent transport accessibility.

On average, there are 18 trips per day across all routes, equating to about one weekly trip per individual stop.

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

Nyngan faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 52% of the total population (~1,010 people), compared to 49.5% across Rest of NSW.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, impacting 8.4 and 7.9% of residents respectively, while 68.9% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 65.9% across Rest of NSW. The area has 22.1% of residents aged 65 and over (431 people), which is higher than the 20.2% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Nyngan had a cultural diversity level below average, with 91.5% citizens, 93.5% born in Australia, and 95.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 70.0%, compared to 67.2% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (35.7%), English (28.9%), and Australian Aboriginal (13.5%).

Notably, Irish ethnicity was overrepresented at 8.7% in Nyngan versus 8.0% regionally, Lebanese at 0.2% versus 0.1%, and Maori at 0.3% versus 0.2%.

Nyngan's median age exceeds the national pattern

Nyngan's median age is 41 years, which is lower than the Rest of NSW average of 43 but exceeds the national average of 38. The 0-4 age group constitutes 7.4% of Nyngan's population, higher than the Rest of NSW percentage. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort makes up 8.9%, lower than the Rest of NSW figure. According to data from the 2021 Census, the 0-4 age group has increased from 6.2% to 7.4%. Meanwhile, the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 12.7% to 9.9%. Demographic projections indicate significant changes in Nyngan's age profile by 2041. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow by -6%, adding approximately -5 residents to reach around 75. However, population declines are anticipated for the 85+ and 65-74 cohorts.