Forest Hill

NSW 2651 • Rest of NSW

3,081
Population (2021)
$48,464
Median Income
34.62 km²
Area
190m
Elevation

About Forest Hill

Forest Hill is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wagga Wagga (City) area. With a population of 3,081 and a median income of $48,464, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 34.62 km² at an elevation of 190m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Forest Hill provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Forest Hill falls under postcode 2651 and is governed by Wagga Wagga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2651
Urban Area
Wagga Wagga - Surrounds
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.14°, 147.47°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
34.62 km²
Elevation
190m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Forest Hill, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Tarcutta Street, Tarcutta • SHR #00351

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
25 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,274
Census 2021
3,081
35.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,612
Income 2021
$48,464
19.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,473
Born Overseas 332

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 41
  • 2. India 39
  • 3. England 32
  • 4. South Africa 24
  • 5. New Zealand 23
  • 6. Vietnam 20
  • 7. Nepal 18
  • 8. Thailand 13
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 10
  • 10. Fiji 9
  • 11. Japan 9
  • 12. Zimbabwe 8
  • 13. Brazil 6
  • 14. Canada 5
  • 15. Sri Lanka 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,277
English 1,101
Scottish 279
Irish 275
Australian Aboriginal 247
German 129
Italian 75
Dutch 55
Filipino 54
Indian 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,119
Both parents born in Australia
426
Both parents born overseas
253
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.7%
No Religion
41.5%
Hinduism
1.9%
Buddhism
1.1%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
226 (7.3%)
5-14 years
439 (14.2%)
15-19 years
411 (13.3%)
20-24 years
437 (14.2%)
25-34 years
484 (15.7%)
35-44 years
413 (13.4%)
45-54 years
282 (9.2%)
55-64 years
200 (6.5%)
65-74 years
131 (4.3%)
75-84 years
57 (1.9%)
85+ years
13 (0.4%)

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