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

Wyongah's population is estimated at around 2,047 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 27 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,020 people. The growth was inferred from AreaSearch's examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and validation of two new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1,913 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Wyongah's 1.3% growth since census is within 2.1 percentage points of the SA4 region (3.4%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration was primarily responsible for population gains in recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are utilized, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Considering projected demographic shifts, Wyongah is expected to grow by approximately the median rate of national areas, increasing by 115 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 5.6% over the 16 years.

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

Wyongah has seen approximately four residential properties approved annually over the past five financial years ending June 2021, totalling an estimated 22 homes. As of FY-26, one approval has been recorded. The population decline in recent years has maintained adequate housing supply relative to demand, creating a balanced market with good buyer choice. New residential properties are constructed at an average cost of $205,000, below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options.

In FY-26, approximately $1.2 million in commercial approvals have been recorded, indicating minimal commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wyongah records roughly half the building activity per person and ranks among the 19th percentile of areas assessed nationally, suggesting limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established properties. New developments consist of 40.0% detached dwellings and 60.0% townhouses or apartments, a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition (currently 99.0% houses). This trend reflects decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring more diverse housing options. With around 812 people per dwelling approval, Wyongah indicates a highly mature market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Wyongah is expected to grow by approximately 115 residents through to 2041.

Current development levels appear aligned with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely impacting the area: Wyong Hospital Redevelopment, scheduled for completion in 2023. Other notable projects include The Sanctuary Estate Hamlyn Terrace, Yeramba Estates Central Coast Development, and Cedarwood Estate.

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Employment conditions in Wyongah remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Wyongah has a balanced workforce encompassing both white and blue collar jobs, with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 6.3%, having experienced an estimated employment growth of 3.2% in the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of December 2025, 1,019 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate stands at 2.1% above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Workforce participation is lower than average, at 64.1% compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Census responses indicate that a moderate 22.1% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The leading employment industries among Wyongah residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Notably, the area has a high specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services have limited presence, at 3.9% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as suggested by the discrepancy between Census working population and resident population numbers. In the 12-month period ending in December 2025, employment increased by 3.2%, while labour force grew by 3.1%, resulting in a slight reduction of the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Sydney, where employment grew by 2.2% and unemployment rose marginally despite a labour force expansion of 2.3%. For future employment demand insights, Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can provide guidance. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Wyongah's current employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

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

Wyongah's median income among taxpayers was $55,019 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $66,055 during the same period. These figures are lower than those for Greater Sydney, which were $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. By March 2026, estimated median and average incomes in Wyongah would be approximately $60,697 and $72,872 based on a 10.32% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family, and personal incomes in Wyongah ranked modestly, between the 33rd and 42nd percentiles. Income analysis showed that 39.1% of Wyongah's population (800 individuals) fell within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to the metropolitan region where 30.9% occupied this bracket. Housing affordability pressures were 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

Wyongah's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 99.0% houses and 1.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wyongah stood at 32.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.1% and rented ones at 26.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Wyongah was $390, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Wyongah's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 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 comprise the remaining 24.9%, with lone person households at 22.3% and group households making up 2.5%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which aligns 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 has university qualification rates of 13.2%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. 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, including 9.8% in primary, 8.4% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably 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, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 14 different routes that collectively facilitate 388 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents on average located just 118 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most commuting in Wyongah is outward-bound, and cars remain the dominant mode of transportation at 93%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, which exceeds the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 22.1% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes averages 55 trips per day, 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 according to AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and prevalence of chronic conditions. Mental health issues and asthma were found to be the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 10.1% and 9.2% of residents respectively.

A total of 64.7% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments. The rate of private health cover is approximately 53%, compared to the Greater Sydney average of 59.9%. There are around 1,086 people with private health cover in Wyongah. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Wyongah has 15.6% of residents aged 65 and over, which amounts to approximately 319 people. Health outcomes among seniors are above average and rank higher than the general population nationally.

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

Wyongah had a cultural diversity index below the average, with 90.1% of its population born in Australia, 93.3% being citizens, and 96.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 51.0% of Wyongah's population. However, Judaism showed an overrepresentation, with 0.2% compared to Greater Sydney's average of 0.8%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (32.3%), Australian (30.9%), and Irish (8.1%), all higher than the regional averages. Notably, Maltese (0.8%) was overrepresented compared to the region's 1.0%, Macedonian (0.3%) was slightly underrepresented from its regional average of 0.4%, and Australian Aboriginal (4.4%) showed a significant increase from the regional average of 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 remaining comparable to Australia's 38 years. The 15-24 age group makes up 16.3%, higher than Greater Sydney's percentage. Conversely, the 35-44 cohort comprises 11.0%. Between 2021 and present, Wyongah's 15 to 24 age group grew from 15.5% to 16.3%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 age group decreased from 13.3% to 12.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Wyongah's age structure. Notably, the 45-54 group is projected to grow by 16 people, reaching 340 from 292. Conversely, both the 5-14 and 35-44 age groups are expected to decrease in number.