West Wyalong

NSW 2671 • Rest of NSW

3,037
Population (2021)
$40,456
Median Income
801.36 km²
Area
305m
Elevation

About West Wyalong

West Wyalong is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Bland (Area) area. With a population of 3,037 and a median income of $40,456, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 801.36 km² at an elevation of 305m, 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. West Wyalong is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

West Wyalong falls under postcode 2671 and is governed by Bland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.87°, 147.11°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
801.36 km²
Elevation
305m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$230
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,253
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,141
Census 2021
3,037
3.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,304
Income 2021
$40,456
29.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,572
Born Overseas 196

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 33
  • 2. England 25
  • 3. New Zealand 22
  • 4. India 14
  • 5. South Africa 12
  • 6. Papua New Guinea 10
  • 7. Nepal 9
  • 8. China 8
  • 9. United States 7
  • 10. Germany 5
  • 11. Sri Lanka 5
  • 12. Hong Kong 4
  • 13. Ireland 4
  • 14. Iraq 3
  • 15. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,390
English 1,209
Irish 315
Scottish 306
Australian Aboriginal 196
German 140
Filipino 35
Chinese 29
Italian 19
Indian 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,374
Both parents born in Australia
230
Both parents born overseas
166
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
67.5%
No Religion
21.4%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
208 (6.8%)
5-14 years
392 (12.9%)
15-19 years
165 (5.4%)
20-24 years
138 (4.5%)
25-34 years
349 (11.5%)
35-44 years
361 (11.9%)
45-54 years
291 (9.6%)
55-64 years
373 (12.3%)
65-74 years
357 (11.8%)
75-84 years
265 (8.7%)
85+ years
137 (4.5%)

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