Wyongah

Wyongah is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Wyongah is around 2,093, reflecting an increase of 73 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 2,020. This growth equates to a 3.6% increase and results in a density ratio of 1,956 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Wyongah's growth since census positions it within 0.1 percentage points of the SA4 region (3.7%). Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in Jun 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 used.

Considering these projections, the suburb is expected to grow by 116 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 3.3% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Wyongah shows approximately four residential properties granted approval per year over the past five financial years ending 30 June 2021, totalling an estimated twenty-two homes. As of 30 June 2026, one approval has been recorded. The population decline in recent years has maintained adequate housing supply relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. New properties are constructed at an average expected construction cost value of $205,000, which is below regional norms and offers more affordable housing options for purchasers.

In the financial year ending 30 June 2026, there have been $1.2 million in commercial approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wyongah records significantly lower building activity, approximately 50.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. Relative to the national average, Wyongah's building activity is also lower, suggesting the area's established nature and potential planning limitations. New development consists of 40.0% detached dwellings and 60.0% townhouses or apartments, indicating a shift towards denser development that caters to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This trend represents a notable change from the area's existing housing composition, which is currently 99.0% houses, suggesting decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and demand for diverse, affordable housing options. With approximately 817 people per dwelling approval, Wyongah reflects a highly mature market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Wyongah is expected to grow by seventy residents through to 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Wyongah has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project expected to impact this region: Wyong Hospital Redevelopment. Other key projects include The Sanctuary Estate Hamlyn Terrace, Yeramba Estates Central Coast Development, and Cedarwood Estate.

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Wyongah shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Wyongah has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The unemployment rate was 6.8% as of the past year. Employment growth over that period was estimated at 2.0%.

As of September 2025, Wyongah's unemployment rate is 2.6%, higher than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Wyongah is lower at 65.1% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. According to Census responses, 22.1% of residents work from home. Leading industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Health care & social assistance has a higher employment share in Wyongah than the regional level. Professional & technical services have limited presence at 3.9%, compared to 11.5% regionally. The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Over the past year, employment increased by 2.0% while labour force grew by 3.3%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 1.2 percentage points. In Greater Sydney, employment grew by 2.1%, labour force expanded by 2.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wyongah's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

Wyongah's income level is slightly below average nationally according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Wyongah's median income among taxpayers is $55,019 and the average income stands at $66,055. Greater Sydney's figures are $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Wyongah would be approximately $59,894 (median) and $71,907 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Wyongah, between the 33rd and 42nd percentiles. Income analysis reveals 39.1% of Wyongah's population (818 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, similar to the metropolitan region where 30.9% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Wyongah, with only 83.5% of income remaining, ranking at the 42nd percentile.

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

The dwelling structure in Wyongah, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.0% houses and 1.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In contrast, Sydney metro had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wyongah was higher at 32.4%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (41.1%) or rented (26.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Wyongah was $1,733, lower than Sydney metro's $2,427 and the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure in Wyongah was $390, higher than Sydney metro's $470 but below the national figure of $375.

Wyongah has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households compose 75.1% of all households, including 28.4% couples with children, 25.1% couples without children, and 19.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 24.9%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 2.7 people, aligning with the Greater Sydney average.

Wyongah shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's university qualification rate is 13.2%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.2%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.1%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (32.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 28.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.8% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Wyongah has 19 active public transport stops operating, with a mix of bus services. There are 14 individual routes collectively providing 388 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 118 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Wyongah's residential nature. Car remains the dominant mode at 93%, with an average of 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, some 22.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 55 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Wyongah faces significant health challenges, as per AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high in younger and older age cohorts alike.

Private health cover is more prevalent here than in the average SA2 area, at approximately 53% of the total population (~1,110 people), compared to 59.9% across Greater Sydney. Mental health issues impact 10.1% of residents, while asthma affects 9.2%. Conversely, 64.7% report having no medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age residents face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 15.9% of residents aged 65 and over (332 people), with health outcomes among seniors ranking above average nationally.

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

Wyongah's population showed low cultural diversity, with 90.1% born in Australia and 96.0% speaking English only at home. Most residents were citizens (93.3%). Christianity was the dominant religion (51.0%).

Judaism, however, was overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 0.8%. The top three ancestral groups were English (32.3%), Australian (30.9%), and Irish (8.1%), all higher than regional averages of 19.0%, 17.8%, and 4.6% respectively. Notably, Maltese (0.8%) and Macedonian (0.3%) groups were also overrepresented compared to regional figures of 1.0% and 0.4%. Australian Aboriginal representation was higher at 4.4%, compared to the region's 1.3%.

Wyongah's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Wyongah's median age is 37, matching Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and closely resembling Australia's median age of 38. The 15-24 age group comprises 16.3% of Wyongah's population, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage. Conversely, the 35-44 cohort makes up 10.9%, which is lower compared to Greater Sydney. Between 2021 and the present, Wyongah's 15-24 age group has increased from 15.5% to 16.3%. Meanwhile, the 55-64 cohort has decreased from 13.3% to 12.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes in Wyongah's age structure. Notably, the 45-54 group is expected to grow by 14 people, reaching 343 from 301. However, both the 0-4 and 15-24 age groups are projected to decrease in number.