Wamboin

Population growth drivers in Wamboin are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population of the Wamboin statistical area is around 1,818 people. This figure reflects an increase from the 2021 Census population of 1,805 people, representing a growth of 13 individuals (0.7%). The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch is 1,816, based on examination of the June 2024 ABS ERP data release and validation of 46 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 21 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade (2015-2025), Wamboin has exhibited resilient growth patterns with an average annual compound growth rate of 1.3%, outperforming its SA4 region. Interstate migration contributed significantly to this growth, accounting for around 46.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although natural growth and overseas migration also played positive roles.

AreaSearch's projections for the Wamboin area are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 with a base year of 2022 for SA2 areas covered by this data. For other SA2 areas not covered, NSW State Government SA2-level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. According to these trends, a significant population increase in non-metropolitan areas nationally is forecasted, with the Wamboin area expected to grow by 795 persons to reach approximately 2,613 people by 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 49.6% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Wamboin when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Wamboin shows around 13 residential properties granted approval per year over the past 5 financial years. This totals an estimated 65 homes. So far in FY-26, 2 approvals have been recorded. Each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25 has resulted in an average of 2.5 new residents per year, indicating healthy demand for property values.

New homes are being constructed at an average value of $559,000, targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In the current financial year, $12,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, demonstrating Wamboin's residential nature. Compared to Rest of NSW, Wamboin records 11.0% less building activity per person but places among the 91st percentile nationally.

Recent periods show an increase in development activity. New building activity consists of 88.0% standalone homes and 12.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character focused on family homes. With around 70 people per approval, Wamboin reflects a low density area. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate indicates Wamboin will gain 901 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Wamboin has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

AreaSearch has identified a single project that may impact the area: Queanbeyan to Bungendore Bulk Water Supply Pipeline. Key projects include Blind Creek Solar Farm, Enhanced bus and light rail corridors (Belconnen & Queanbeyan to Central Canberra), and Queanbeyan Regional Integrated Transport Plan.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Wamboin performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Wamboin has a highly educated workforce with well-represented essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 0.6%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, there are 1,116 residents employed, with an unemployment rate 3.2% below Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation in Wamboin is 70.4%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key industries for employment among residents are public administration & safety, professional & technical, and construction. Public administration & safety shows notable concentration with employment levels at 3.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, health care & social assistance has lower representation at 9.3% compared to the regional average of 16.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census working population vs resident population data. Over the 12 months to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 5.3%, alongside a 5.3% employment decline, with unemployment remaining essentially unchanged. Rest of NSW recorded an employment decline of 0.5%, labour force decline of 0.1%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov shows NSW employment contracted by 0.03% (losing 2,260 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 3.9%. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wamboin's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The suburb of Wamboin has an extremely high income level nationally, according to the latest data from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Wamboin is $74,746, and the average income stands at $88,990. These figures compare to those of the Rest of NSW, which are $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average). Based on a wage price index growth rate of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates suggest that the median income in Wamboin would be approximately $81,368, and the average income would be around $96,875 as of September 2025. According to figures from the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Wamboin all rank highly nationally, between the 96th and 99th percentiles. The distribution data shows that the bracket of $4000+ dominates with 44.1% of residents (801 people), contrasting with regional levels where the bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 leads at 29.9%. Wamboin demonstrates considerable affluence, with 58.2% of residents earning over $3,000 per week, which supports premium retail and service offerings in the area. After housing costs, residents retain 90.2% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

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

In Wamboin, as per the latest Census evaluation, all dwellings were houses (100.0%), with none classified as semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This is in contrast to Non-Metro NSW's dwelling composition of 74.5% houses and 25.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wamboin stood at 42.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 51.2% and rented ones at 6.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,600, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $2,167. The median weekly rent in Wamboin was $520, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $355. Nationally, Wamboin's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,600 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Wamboin features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 87.0% of all households, including 43.8% couples with children, 34.4% couples without children, and 7.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 13.0%, with lone person households at 11.7% and group households comprising 1.4%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.6.

Wamboin demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational attainment in Wamboin is notably higher than broader benchmarks. Specifically, 43.9% of residents aged 15 and above have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the rest of NSW and 24.1% in the SA4 region. University graduates make up the majority at 25.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.6%) and graduate diplomas (5.9%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 30.7% of residents aged 15 and above holding them - advanced diplomas account for 11.9% and certificates for 18.8%.

Educational participation is high in the area, with 27.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.2% in primary education, 8.8% in secondary education, and 4.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Wamboin has 30 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by nine different routes that together offer 80 weekly passenger trips.

On average, there are 11 trips per day across all routes, which means each stop gets approximately two trips per week.

Health outcomes in Wamboin are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Wamboin shows below-average health outcomes with common conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover rate is exceptionally high at approximately 62%, compared to the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (8.5%) and mental health issues (8.4%). A total of 67.9% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly lower than Rest of NSW's 68.7%. Wamboin has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 17.7%, compared to Rest of NSW's 13.4%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Wamboin are above average, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Wamboin, surveyed in June 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 85.2% of its population born in Australia, 95.7% being citizens, and 94.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 47.8%. This is lower than the Rest of NSW average of 52.1%.

Ancestry-wise, English was highest at 31.3%, above the regional average of 26.0%, followed by Australian at 28.4% and Irish at 9.9%. Notable differences included Welsh at 0.9% (regional: 0.5%), Dutch at 1.8% (regional: 1.2%), and Polish at 0.9% (regional: 0.7%).

Wamboin hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Wamboin's median age of 45 years is modestly higher than Rest of NSW's 43 years, and considerably older than the national norm of 38 years. Compared to the Rest of NSW average, the 45-54 cohort is notably over-represented in Wamboin at 16.1%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 8.0%. Between 2021 and present, the 25-34 age group has grown from 7.0% to 8.0% of the population. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 18.0% to 16.1%, and the 55-64 group has dropped from 17.6% to 16.1%. Demographic modeling suggests that Wamboin's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 45-54 age cohort projected to grow significantly, expanding by 164 people (56%) from 292 to 457.