Wyee

Wyee lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As per ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the estimated population of Wyee as of Feb 2026 is around 3,573. This shows an increase of 664 people (22.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,909 people. The change was inferred from the resident population of 3,373 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 359 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 71 persons per square kilometer, indicating significant space per person and potential room for further development. Wyee's growth rate of 22.8% since the 2021 census exceeded that of Rest of NSW (5.9%) and its SA4 region, positioning it as a growth leader in the area. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 90.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends predict exceptional growth, placing Wyee in the top 10 percent of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with an expected increase of 1,840 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 45.9% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Wyee among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Wyee recorded around 67 residential properties granted approval each year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 337 homes were approved, with an additional 44 approved in FY-26. On average, 1.5 new residents arrived per new home over the past five financial years.

The average construction value for new properties was $373,000. This year, $8.5 million in commercial approvals have been registered. Compared to Rest of NSW, Wyee has 154.0% more new home approvals per person. Recent construction comprises 76.0% detached houses and 24.0% attached dwellings. With around 41 people per dwelling approval, Wyee shows characteristics of a growth area.

Population forecasts indicate Wyee will gain 1,640 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Wyee has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects likely impacting the area. Notable projects include Wyee Local Centre Rezoning, Wyee Residential Development - 1377 Hue Hue Road, Radcliffe Wyee, and The Rise at Wyee. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Wyee demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Wyee has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 2.3% and estimated employment growth of 1.4% over the past year (AreaSearch). As of December 2025, 1,649 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.7%, lower than Regional NSW's 3.9%.

Workforce participation is similar to Regional NSW at 61.3%. Home workership stands at 21.4% (Census). Key industries include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction employment is notably high, at 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, education & training has limited presence with 5.7%, compared to Regional NSW's 9.6%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work (Census). Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 1.4% and labour force by 2.1%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.7 percentage points. This contrasts with Regional NSW's employment contraction of 1.2%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wyee's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

The suburb of Wyee had a median taxpayer income of $46,301 and an average income of $57,106 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is lower than the national average, with Regional NSW having a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215 during the same period. By September 2025, based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%, estimated incomes would be approximately $50,403 (median) and $62,166 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Wyee fall between the 14th and 27th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that 29.4% of individuals in Wyee earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per year, which is similar to the broader area where this cohort represents 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 25th percentile nationally.

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

The dwelling structure in Wyee, as per the latest Census, consisted of 78.0% houses and 22.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wyee stood at 43.3%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (41.5%) or rented (15.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Wyee was $1,950, higher than Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in Wyee was recorded at $360, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Wyee's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Wyee has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 74.2% of all households, including 30.2% couples with children, 30.2% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 25.8%, with lone person households at 22.8% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 10.6%, significantly lower than NSW's average of 32.2%. This gap presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificates (34.9%).

A substantial 22.6% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 7.7% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 2.8% in tertiary education.

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

Wyee has 44 operational public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 26 distinct routes, facilitating a total of 1,126 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed good with residents typically situated 270 meters from the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most Wyee residents commute outward, with cars remaining the primary mode at 92%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.8 per dwelling, exceeding regional averages. According to the 2021 Census, 21.4% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 160 trips daily across all routes, translating to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Wyee is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Wyee faces significant health challenges as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and prevalence of chronic conditions are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% (around 1,770 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (12.7%) and mental health issues (9.7%). However, 55.6% of residents claim to be free from medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. Working-age population health is notably challenging due to high chronic condition rates. Wyee has 23.9% of residents aged 65 and over (853 people). Senior health outcomes align with national rankings but present some challenges overall.

Wyee is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Wyee's population, as per the 2016 Census, had a high proportion born in Australia at 89.7%, with 93.7% being citizens and 96.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 59.3%, slightly higher than the Regional NSW average of 55.9%. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (34.2%), English (32.8%), and Irish (7.5%).

Notably, Maltese, Lebanese, and Australian Aboriginal populations differed from regional averages: Maltese at 1.2% in Wyee versus 0.4%, Lebanese at 0.6% versus 0.2%, and Australian Aboriginal at 4.0% versus 4.6%.

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

Wyee's median age is 48 years, which is older than Regional NSW's median of 43 and significantly higher than Australia's median of 38. The age profile shows that residents aged 85+ are particularly prominent at 4.6%, while the 65-74 group is smaller at 11.1% compared to Regional NSW. Post-2021 Census data indicates a shift in median age down by 1.5 years to 48. Notable shifts include growth of the 25-34 age group from 8.8% to 10.9%, and the 35-44 cohort from 10.2% to 12.1%. Conversely, the 75-84 cohort declined from 10.8% to 8.2%, and the 65-74 group dropped from 13.3% to 11.1%. Population forecasts for Wyee in 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes, with the 35-44 cohort projected to grow by 56%, adding 242 residents to reach 675.