Wagaman

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

As of November 2025, Wagaman's population is estimated at around 2,055 people. This figure reflects an increase of 32 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,023 people. The current estimate is based on AreaSearch's analysis of the latest ABS ERP data release from June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 2,446 persons per square kilometer for Wagaman, placing it among the upper quartile relative to other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 72.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth in the suburb's population.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch applies age cohort-specific growth rates provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking ahead, Wagaman is expected to experience population growth just below the median of Australian statistical areas. According to aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb's population is anticipated to increase by 190 persons to reach 2,245 by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 9.2% over the 17-year period.

Residential dwelling approval activity has been practically non-existent in Wagaman

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Wagaman had virtually no dwelling approvals in recent years.

Between FY21 and FY25, an estimated 1 home was approved, with none so far in FY26. Population decline has maintained adequate housing supply relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. Compared to Greater Darwin, Wagaman's construction activity is substantially reduced, potentially strengthening demand and prices for existing properties. This lower activity also reflects national trends, indicating market maturity and possible development constraints.

Wagaman has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 2ndth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified two projects likely affecting this region: Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure Centre, Casuarina Square Redevelopment, Royal Darwin Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit and CSSD Upgrade, Northern Suburbs Youth Hub. Most relevant projects are detailed below.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Wagaman maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Wagaman has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.7% as of the past year, with estimated employment growth at 3.0%.

As of June 2025, 1,160 residents were employed while the unemployment rate stood at 3.7%, 0.7% higher than Greater Darwin's rate of 3.0%. Workforce participation was lower at 66.3%, compared to Greater Darwin's 69.7%. Leading employment industries included health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and accommodation & food. Wagaman showed strong specialization in health care & social assistance with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

However, public administration & safety was under-represented at 13.2%, compared to Greater Darwin's 19.5%. The area offered limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 3.0% while labour force grew by 2.9%, reducing unemployment by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Darwin saw employment and labour force growth of 2.9% each, with a marginal fall in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 projected overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wagaman's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this was a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and did not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

Wagaman's median taxpayer income is $51,807 and average is $60,335 according to latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is lower than national averages compared to Greater Darwin's median income of $65,522 and average income of $75,260. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.01% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $58,029 (median) and $67,581 (average). Census data shows Wagaman's household, family, and personal incomes cluster around the 66th percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals 37.1% of Wagaman's population falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, similar to surrounding regions at 36.7%. Housing accounts for 14.1% of income. Residents rank in the 74th percentile for disposable income and SEIFA income ranking places Wagaman in the 4th decile.

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

In Wagaman, as per the latest Census evaluation, 80.6% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 19.3% being other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Darwin metro's 68.4% houses and 31.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wagaman stood at 22.4%, similar to the Darwin metro level. The rest of the dwellings were either mortgaged (36.0%) or rented (41.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Wagaman was $1,820, lower than the Darwin metro average of $2,028. The median weekly rent figure in Wagaman was $340, compared to Darwin metro's $350. Nationally, Wagaman's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Wagaman features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.5% of all households, including 37.8% couples with children, 22.1% couples without children, and 14.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.5%, with lone person households at 16.5% and group households comprising 7.4%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Greater Darwin average of 2.7.

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

Wagaman trail's educational qualifications exceed regional benchmarks, with 30.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the SA3 area's 36.1%. This gap indicates potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 18.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 29.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (21.4%).

Educational participation is high, with 34.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 10.7% in primary, 8.3% in secondary, and 8.1% pursuing tertiary education. Wagaman Primary School serves the local area, with an enrollment of 231 students as of a specific date (not provided), and the area's educational conditions are varied (ICSEA: 940). The one school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas. School places per 100 residents (11.2) fall below the regional average (16.9), suggesting some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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

Transport analysis indicates seven active transport stops operating within Wagaman. These stops offer a mix of bus services, collectively providing 1,326 weekly passenger trips through 22 individual routes. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 166 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 189 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 189 weekly trips per stop.

Wagaman's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Wagaman shows excellent health outcomes with low prevalence of common conditions across all ages. Approximately 51% (~1,041 people) have private health cover, compared to 56.7% in Greater Darwin.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (4.9%) and diabetes (4.8%), while 79.8% report no medical ailments, compared to 77.0% in Greater Darwin. Wagaman has 13.1% of residents aged 65 and over (269 people), with seniors showing strong health outcomes, similar to the general population's profile.

Wagaman is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Wagaman has high cultural diversity, with 46.4% of its population born overseas and 48.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the main religion in Wagaman, comprising 47.1%. Hinduism is overrepresented compared to Greater Darwin, making up 8.4% versus 5.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are Other (19.9%), Australian (15.4%), and English (14.5%). Notably, Greek (8.5%) Filipino (7.2%) and Spanish (0.8%) ethnicities are overrepresented compared to regional averages of 3.7%, 4.7% and 0.5% respectively.

Wagaman's population is younger than the national pattern

Wagaman's median age is 35 years, comparable to Greater Darwin's average of 34 years and marginally lower than Australia's national average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Darwin, Wagaman has a higher proportion of residents aged 45-54 (13.9%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (16.4%). According to post-2021 Census data, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 3.2% to 4.4% of Wagaman's population, while the 0 to 4 cohort has decreased from 7.3% to 5.2%. Demographic modeling suggests that by 2041, Wagaman's age profile will significantly change. The 45 to 54 age group is projected to grow by 19%, adding 54 residents to reach a total of 340. This growth is partly due to demographic aging, with residents aged 65 and older representing 53% of the anticipated population increase. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age cohorts.