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Wadalba

NSW 2259 • Greater Sydney

4,204
Population (2021)
$41,860
Median Income
3.82 km²
Area
$480/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbCentral CoastYoung FamiliesAffordable

About Wadalba

Wadalba is a growing suburb on the Central Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 90 kilometres north of Sydney. With a population of around 2,800, the suburb has a distinctly young demographic profile, with the predominant age group being 0-9 years. The community is characterised by a mix of owner-occupiers (58%) and renters (42%), with most households consisting of couples with children.

The suburb offers excellent family-oriented amenities including access to a community high school, major supermarkets (Coles and Woolworths), and proximity to Lakehaven Shopping Centre just 5 minutes away. Wadalba appeals to young families seeking affordable housing on the Central Coast with good access to schools and essential services. The area features 22 parks and maintains a relaxed, suburban character.

Wadalba falls under postcode 2259 and is governed by Central Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2259
Urban Area
Wyong - North-East
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Dobell
State Electorate
Wyong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.27°, 151.46°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.82 km²
Elevation
22m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wyong Station
1.6 km
20 min

Bus Services

  • 26, 79, 80 — Wyong, Tuggerah 10-15 min
  • 78, 81 — The Entrance, Toukley 20-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
90 min
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75 min

🛣️ Direct train from Wyong Station to Central

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Figtree Boulevard Wadalba 2259 NSW

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Wadalba by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Wadalba Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Wadalba" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$480
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.5%

25 state housing + 23 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,831
Census 2021
4,204
▲ 48.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,464
Income 2021
$41,860
▲ 18.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,301
Born Overseas 740

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 130
  • 2. New Zealand 83
  • 3. India 63
  • 4. Philippines 62
  • 5. South Africa 35
  • 6. China 31
  • 7. Zimbabwe 30
  • 8. United States 17
  • 9. Ireland 16
  • 10. Scotland 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,656
English 1,625
Irish 359
Scottish 359
Australian Aboriginal 246
German 128
Filipino 107
Italian 100
Indian 99
Chinese 92

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,456
Both parents born in Australia
995
Both parents born overseas
558
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.5%
No Religion
39.8%
Hinduism
0.8%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
391 (9.3%)
5-14 years
716 (17.0%)
15-19 years
315 (7.5%)
20-24 years
225 (5.4%)
25-34 years
599 (14.2%)
35-44 years
688 (16.4%)
45-54 years
492 (11.7%)
55-64 years
351 (8.3%)
65-74 years
280 (6.7%)
75-84 years
111 (2.6%)
85+ years
35 (0.8%)

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