Wauchope

NSW 2446 • Rest of NSW

6,589
Population (2021)
$30,420
Median Income
17.80 km²
Area
42m
Elevation

About Wauchope

Wauchope is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Port Macquarie-Hastings (Area) area. With a population of 6,589 and a median income of $30,420, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 17.80 km² at an elevation of 42m, 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 Wauchope provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Wauchope falls under postcode 2446 and is governed by Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2446
Urban Area
Wauchope
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.48°, 152.73°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
17.80 km²
Elevation
42m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,312
Census 2021
6,589
4.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,376
Income 2021
$30,420
19.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,669
Born Overseas 467

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 161
  • 2. New Zealand 76
  • 3. Philippines 24
  • 4. Germany 14
  • 5. Thailand 14
  • 6. Netherlands 13
  • 7. Scotland 12
  • 8. United States 11
  • 9. Canada 10
  • 10. China 8
  • 11. South Africa 8
  • 12. Italy 7
  • 13. Bangladesh 6
  • 14. Papua New Guinea 6
  • 15. Fiji 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,022
English 2,847
Irish 708
Australian Aboriginal 635
Scottish 603
German 231
Italian 108
Dutch 75
Maori 52
Chinese 50

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,983
Both parents born in Australia
553
Both parents born overseas
597
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.6%
No Religion
40.1%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.1%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
381 (5.8%)
5-14 years
876 (13.3%)
15-19 years
409 (6.2%)
20-24 years
345 (5.2%)
25-34 years
751 (11.4%)
35-44 years
624 (9.5%)
45-54 years
770 (11.7%)
55-64 years
762 (11.6%)
65-74 years
818 (12.4%)
75-84 years
580 (8.8%)
85+ years
281 (4.3%)

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