Walgett

NSW 2832 • Rest of NSW

1,824
Population (2021)
$42,796
Median Income
6565.98 km²
Area
135m
Elevation

About Walgett

Walgett is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Walgett (Area) area. With a population of 1,824 and a median income of $42,796, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 6565.98 km² at an elevation of 135m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Walgett is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Walgett falls under postcode 2832 and is governed by Walgett Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2832
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.97°, 148.00°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
6565.98 km²
Elevation
135m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$175
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$970
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,145
Census 2021
1,824
15% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,872
Income 2021
$42,796
53.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,087
Born Overseas 76

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 11
  • 2. New Zealand 10
  • 3. India 9
  • 4. England 8
  • 5. Canada 4
  • 6. Nepal 4
  • 7. Netherlands 4
  • 8. Scotland 4
  • 9. Philippines 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 450
Australian Aboriginal 419
English 340
Irish 127
Scottish 110
German 30
Indian 16
Chinese 15
Welsh 12
Italian 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,021
Both parents born in Australia
89
Both parents born overseas
54
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
38.4%
No Religion
23.9%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
143 (7.8%)
5-14 years
274 (15.0%)
15-19 years
116 (6.4%)
20-24 years
89 (4.9%)
25-34 years
276 (15.1%)
35-44 years
198 (10.9%)
45-54 years
223 (12.2%)
55-64 years
261 (14.3%)
65-74 years
176 (9.6%)
75-84 years
60 (3.3%)
85+ years
14 (0.8%)

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