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Woongarrah

NSW 2259 • Greater Sydney

5,962
Population (2021)
$41,912
Median Income
5.32 km²
Area
$510/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbCommuter BeltSuburban

About Woongarrah

Woongarrah is a residential suburb on the New South Wales Central Coast, located within the Central Coast City Council area approximately 90 kilometres north of Sydney's CBD. With a population of 5,962 as of the 2021 Census, the suburb has grown steadily from 5,226 in 2016, reflecting its appeal as an affordable family-oriented alternative to metropolitan Sydney. The median age of 36 and an average household size of 3.2 persons point to a strong family demographic, with household incomes supported by dual-income households.

Woongarrah sits within the Wyong–North-East urban area, close to key Central Coast amenities including Tuggerah Westfield Shopping Centre, and is served by the Central Coast rail line through nearby Wyong and Tuggerah stations. The suburb's suburban character, newer housing stock, and proximity to bushland and the Central Coast lakes system make it attractive to families seeking space and a quieter lifestyle within commuting distance of Sydney. Local schools, parks, and easy access to nearby beaches and waterways underpin the suburb's growing popularity.

Woongarrah 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
-33.24°, 151.48°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
5.32 km²
Elevation
43m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 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 Woongarrah by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Woongarrah Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$510
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.6%

5 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,226
Census 2021
5,962
▲ 14.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,256
Income 2021
$41,912
▲ 18.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,888
Born Overseas 876

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 201
  • 2. New Zealand 92
  • 3. India 65
  • 4. Philippines 58
  • 5. Malta 35
  • 6. Scotland 30
  • 7. South Africa 28
  • 8. Ireland 26
  • 9. China 23
  • 10. South Korea 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,463
English 2,460
Irish 573
Scottish 532
Australian Aboriginal 358
Italian 215
German 171
Maltese 121
Filipino 95
Indian 94

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,703
Both parents born in Australia
1,191
Both parents born overseas
782
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.7%
No Religion
36.2%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
373 (6.3%)
5-14 years
1,090 (18.3%)
15-19 years
530 (8.9%)
20-24 years
328 (5.5%)
25-34 years
596 (10.0%)
35-44 years
852 (14.3%)
45-54 years
882 (14.8%)
55-64 years
525 (8.8%)
65-74 years
435 (7.3%)
75-84 years
272 (4.6%)
85+ years
87 (1.5%)

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