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East Wagga Wagga

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

213
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
10.55 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanIndustrialCommuter BeltAffordable

About East Wagga Wagga

East Wagga Wagga is a locality on the eastern edge of the regional city of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina district of New South Wales, situated within the Wagga Wagga City Council local government area. With a population of 213 at the 2021 Census and an area of approximately 10.5 square kilometres, East Wagga Wagga is classified as one of Wagga Wagga's major industrial precincts, housing commercial and light industrial land uses. The area lies east of the city centre along the Olympic Highway corridor, with a median household income broadly in line with the wider Wagga Wagga region.

The broader Wagga Wagga city offers a comprehensive range of amenities including shopping centres, restaurants, cafes, hospitals, Charles Sturt University, and strong sporting facilities — all within easy reach of East Wagga Wagga. Wagga Wagga is well-connected by the Riverina Highway and train services on the Sydney–Melbourne Inland Rail corridor, with Wagga Wagga Station providing regular services to both Sydney and Melbourne. East Wagga Wagga suits residents and businesses who value proximity to a major regional hub while being close to industrial and commercial employment areas.

East Wagga Wagga falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.55 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga Station
4 km
50 min

Bus Services

  • Busabout Wagga Wagga local routes — Wagga Wagga CBD Approx. 10–15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
465 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Wagga Wagga Station to Sydney Central (~5 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min – 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 15 min – 4 hr 45 min

🛣️ Wagga Wagga is the largest inland city in NSW; airport with flights to Sydney and Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Industrial fringe locality; car or bus needed for most daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
213
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Wagga Wagga known for? +

East Wagga Wagga is primarily known as one of Wagga Wagga's key industrial and commercial precincts, located along the Olympic Highway on the eastern fringe of the regional city. It is part of a broader, thriving inland city that is the largest in New South Wales.

How far is East Wagga Wagga from Sydney CBD? +

East Wagga Wagga is approximately 465 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, around a 4.5 to 5-hour drive via the Hume and Riverina Highways.

Does East Wagga Wagga have public transport? +

East Wagga Wagga is served by Busabout Wagga Wagga local bus routes connecting to the city centre. Wagga Wagga Station, approximately 4 kilometres away, provides NSW TrainLink services to Sydney and Melbourne on the Riverina Line.

What is the population of East Wagga Wagga? +

According to the 2021 Census, East Wagga Wagga has a population of 213 residents across an area of about 10.5 square kilometres, reflecting its mixed industrial and residential land use.

Is East Wagga Wagga a good place to live? +

East Wagga Wagga offers affordable living on the eastern edge of a major regional city, with access to Wagga Wagga's full range of services, schools, and employment. It suits those working in industrial or commercial sectors who want proximity to the city at a lower cost.

What is the postcode for East Wagga Wagga? +

The postcode for East Wagga Wagga, New South Wales is 2650, shared with Wagga Wagga city.