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

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, the suburb of Wyee's population is estimated at around 3,573 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 664 people (22.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,909 people. The change is 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 level of population equates to a density ratio of 71 persons per square kilometer. Wyee's 22.8% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the Rest of NSW (5.9%), along with the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed 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. Exceptional growth is predicted over the period, placing Wyee in the top 10 percent of Australian non-metropolitan areas. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb is expected to grow by 1,685 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 38.8% in total over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Wyee recorded approximately 66 residential properties approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 332 homes were approved, with an additional 40 in FY-26. On average, 1.5 new residents per year arrived per new home over the past five financial years.

This indicates a balanced supply and demand, stable market conditions, and an average construction value of $373,000 for new properties. In FY-26, $8.5 million in commercial approvals were registered, reflecting Wyee's primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of NSW, Wyee has 151.0% more new home approvals per person, indicating ample choice for buyers and robust developer interest. Recent construction comprises 77.0% detached houses and 23.0% attached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 42 people per dwelling approval, Wyee exhibits growth area characteristics.

Population forecasts suggest Wyee will gain 1,387 residents by 2041, with current development patterns meeting demand and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that could impact the area. Notable ones include Wyee Local Centre Rezoning, Wyee Residential Development - 1377 Hue Hue Road, Radcliffe Wyee, and The Rise at Wyee. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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Wyee ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Wyee has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent with an unemployment rate of 1.9% as of September 2025. This rate is below the Rest of NSW's rate of 3.8%.

Employment growth in Wyee was estimated at 4.5% over the past year based on AreaSearch data aggregation. As of September 2025, 1,670 residents are employed with a workforce participation rate similar to Rest of NSW's 61.5%. A moderate 21.4% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries for employment among residents include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.

Construction employment levels are notably high at 1.7 times the regional average. Meanwhile, education & training has limited presence with 5.7% employment compared to 9.6% regionally. Many Wyee residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.5%, labour force increased by 4.7%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points in Wyee. This contrasts with Rest of NSW where employment contracted by 0.5%, the labour force fell by 0.1%, and unemployment rose 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project a 6.6% increase 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.

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

Wyee suburb has median taxpayer income of $46,301 and average income of $57,106 based on latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages, with Rest of NSW having median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215. By September 2025, estimated incomes are approximately $50,403 (median) and $62,166 (average), accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023. According to 2021 Census figures, Wyee's household, family, and personal incomes fall between the 14th and 27th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows $1,500 - $2,999 band captures 29.4% of community (1,050 individuals), similar to broader area at 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.6% of income remaining, ranking at 25th percentile.

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 such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Non-Metro NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wyee stood at 43.3%, with mortgaged dwellings accounting for 41.5% and rented ones making up 15.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in Wyee was recorded at $360, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Wyee's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 74.2% of all households, consisting of 30.2% couples with children, 30.2% couples without children, and 12.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.8%, with lone person households at 22.8% and group households comprising 2.9% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is larger than the Rest of 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 disparity 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 at 9.3% and certificates at 34.9%.

A substantial 22.6% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 7.7% in primary, 6.8% in secondary, 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 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 26 different routes, collectively facilitating 1,126 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is considered good, with residents typically located 270 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Wyee's residential nature. Cars remain the dominant transport mode at 92%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

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, equating 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

AreaSearch's assessment reveals significant health challenges across Wyee. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~1,770 people), compared to 51.9% in Rest of NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (12.7%) and mental health issues (9.7%). Conversely, 55.6% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, lower than the 63.3% in Rest of NSW. Working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 22.2% of residents aged 65 and over (793 people), which is slightly lower than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, largely aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Wyee's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 89.7% of its population born in Australia, 93.7% being citizens, and 96.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Wyee, comprising 59.3% of people, compared to 55.9% across Rest of NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (34.2%), English (32.8%), and Irish (7.5%).

Notably, Maltese were overrepresented at 1.2%, compared to the regional average of 0.4%. Lebanese also had a higher representation in Wyee at 0.6% versus the regional average of 0.2%. However, Australian Aboriginal people were slightly underrepresented at 4.0% compared to the regional figure of 4.6%.

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

Wyee's median age at 47 years is significantly higher than the Rest of NSW average of 43 and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 15-24 are particularly prominent, making up 13.1% of the population, while the 65-74 group comprises 10.9%, which is smaller than in Rest of NSW. Between 2021 and present, Wyee has seen a rejuvenation with the median age falling from 49 to 47 years. During this period, key changes include the growth of the 35-44 age group from 10.2% to 12.5% of the population and an increase in the 5-14 cohort from 9.9% to 12.0%. Conversely, the 75-84 cohort has declined from 10.8% to 7.4%, and the 65-74 group has dropped from 13.3% to 10.9%. By 2041, Wyee's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 35-44 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, expanding by 211 people (47%) from 446 to 658.