Wangi Wangi (NSW)

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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by Districts since the Census the suburb of Wangi Wangi's population is estimated at around 3,080 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 160 people (5.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,920 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,078, estimated by Districts following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 20 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 841 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by Districts. Wangi Wangi's 5.5% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the Rest of NSW (4.9%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and interstate migration were positive factors.

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The local workforce is characterized by high skill levels and solid representation in key service industries, alongside an unemployment rate of 4.8% derived from regional data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, 1,322 local residents were employed, representing an unemployment rate that sits 0.7% higher than the Regional NSW baseline of 4.1%, while local participation in the workforce is substantially lower, at 51.6% compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census figures indicate that a moderate 24.5% of working locals did their jobs from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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Taxpayer statistics from the ATO compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year show that the suburb of Wangi Wangi has income levels below the national average. The median income for taxpayers in the suburb is $43,927, while the average income is $61,111, compared to $52,390 and $65,215 respectively for Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimated values would be approximately $48,460 for the median and $67,418 for the average as of March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Wangi Wangi all rank between the 23rd and 24th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that the largest group is the 27.7% of residents (853 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the broader metropolitan area where this bracket accounts for . Affordability is highly constrained, with only of income left after housing costs, placing the area in the th percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the suburb in the th decile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Wangi Wangi at the time of the latest Census consisted of 88.1% separate houses and 11.9% other dwelling types, such as townhouses, apartments, and semi-detached properties, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other options across Regional NSW. Home ownership was higher than regional trends, with 47.0% owning their properties outright, while 31.1% held a mortgage and 21.9% rented. The median monthly payment for home loans was $1,830, which is higher than the Regional NSW median of $1,733, and the median weekly rent stood at $340, compared to the regional figure of $330. On a national scale, mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 71.0%, consisting of 21.5% couples with children, 39.2% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent homes. The remaining 29.0% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 27.3% and group households at 1.9% of the total. The median size of households is 2.3 people, which is slightly smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Academic credentials in the suburb of Wangi Wangi are below the state average, with 22.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 32.2% across NSW. This variance points to opportunities for training and skill acquisition. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 14.1%, with postgraduate studies at 5.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational education is prominent, with 43.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.7% and certificate level credentials at 31.0%.

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Public transport networks include 39 active bus stops operating in the suburb of Wangi Wangi. These facilities are served by 18 different bus routes, providing 190 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 217 meters from the nearest stop. Because of the suburb's residential focus, most workers travel outside the area for employment, with cars remaining the main transport choice at 95%. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles. Working from home was recorded for 24.5% of working residents at the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by temporary pandemic conditions.

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The suburb of Wangi Wangi displays notable health challenges based on mortality rates and the occurrence of chronic conditions, which are present across younger and older demographics alike, and the proportion of the population with private health insurance is low, sitting at approximately 51% (~1,574 people).

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The suburb of Wangi Wangi exhibits lower cultural diversity than average, with 88.6% of residents born in Australia, 91.1% holding citizenship, and 95.7% using only English at home. The main religious affiliation is Christianity, practiced by 53.4% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 54 years in the suburb of Wangi Wangi is much higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, the 65 - 74 age group is highly represented at 18.6% locally, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 8.3%. This local concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is far higher than the national average of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 10.4% to 12.3% of the total population, and the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 8.1% to 9.2%. In contrast, the to group declined from to . By the age profile is expected to undergo changes, with the + cohort projected to grow by people (), rising from to . Meanwhile, population drops are anticipated in the to and to brackets.

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Wangi Wangi currently has an estimated 147 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 88 children aged 0-2 and 59 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 10% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 163 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 251. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.3 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.