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Forest Hill

NSW 2651 • Rest of NSW

3,081
Population (2021)
$92,976
Median Household Income
34.62 km²
Area
$310/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbAffordableFamily-FriendlyRegionalUniversity

About Forest Hill

Forest Hill is a growing residential suburb on the southern outskirts of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina region of New South Wales, approximately 450 kilometres south-west of Sydney. With a population of around 2,270, the suburb has experienced steady growth as a newer housing estate area. The predominant age group is 20-29 years, with a strong mix of young families, couples, and Charles Sturt University students.

Forest Hill offers an affordable, family-oriented lifestyle with modern housing estates, local parks, and proximity to Wagga Wagga's amenities including Wagga Wagga Marketplace and the Murrumbidgee River. The suburb is close to Charles Sturt University and Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, two of the region's largest employers. It attracts first home buyers, young families, and students seeking affordable housing near the city centre.

Forest Hill falls under postcode 2651 and is governed by Wagga Wagga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2651
Urban Area
Wagga Wagga - Surrounds
LGA / Council
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.14°, 147.47°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
34.62 km²
Elevation
190m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Forest Hill for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$566K
83 sales · ▲ 7.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
25 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga Station
6 km
10 min by car

Bus Services

  • Wagga Buses Route 961 — Wagga Wagga CBD / Marketplace 15-20 min
  • Wagga Buses Route 962 — Charles Sturt University 10 min

Commute to Wagga Wagga CBD

Distance
6 km
By Train
N/A (station not nearby)
By Bus
15-20 min
By Car (Peak)
10-12 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 min

🛣️ Regional suburb; car is the primary transport mode; limited bus frequency on weekends

Walkability Car-Dependent

A newer estate suburb with limited walkable amenities; residents rely on cars for most errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Forest Hill, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Hambledon Homestead
Tarcutta Street, Tarcutta • SHR #00351

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area, which contains Forest Hill. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.1%
Motor vehicle theft
239.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
645.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
10.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
559.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Wagga Wagga →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,274
Census 2021
3,081
▲ 35.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$40,612
Personal Income 2021
$48,464
▲ 19.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$48,464 / yr
$932/wk
Household
$92,976 / yr
$1788/wk
Family
$105,612 / yr
$2031/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,473
Born Overseas 332

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 41
  • 2. India 39
  • 3. England 32
  • 4. South Africa 24
  • 5. New Zealand 23
  • 6. Vietnam 20
  • 7. Nepal 18
  • 8. Thailand 13
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 10
  • 10. Fiji 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,277
English 1,101
Scottish 279
Irish 275
Australian Aboriginal 247
German 129
Italian 75
Dutch 55
Filipino 54
Indian 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,119
Both parents born in Australia
426
Both parents born overseas
253
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.7%
No Religion
41.5%
Hinduism
1.9%
Buddhism
1.1%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
226 (7.3%)
5-14 years
439 (14.2%)
15-19 years
411 (13.3%)
20-24 years
437 (14.2%)
25-34 years
484 (15.7%)
35-44 years
413 (13.4%)
45-54 years
282 (9.2%)
55-64 years
200 (6.5%)
65-74 years
131 (4.3%)
75-84 years
57 (1.9%)
85+ years
13 (0.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forest Hill known for? +

Forest Hill offers an affordable, family-oriented lifestyle with modern housing estates, local parks, and proximity to Wagga Wagga's amenities including Wagga Wagga Marketplace and the Murrumbidgee River.

How far is Forest Hill from Sydney CBD? +

Forest Hill is approximately 6 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 10-12 min in peak hour and 8 min off-peak.

Does Forest Hill have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Wagga Wagga Station (6 km away, approximately 10 min by car walk) on the NSW TrainLink Main South line (Sydney-Melbourne via Junee). Bus services include Wagga Buses Route 961, running to Wagga Wagga CBD / Marketplace in approximately 15-20 min.

What is the population of Forest Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Forest Hill has a population of 3,081 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Forest Hill a good place to live? +

Forest Hill is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is close to Charles Sturt University and Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, two of the region's largest employers.

What is the postcode for Forest Hill? +

The postcode for Forest Hill is 2651. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Forest Hill? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Forest Hill is about $932 per week (around $48,500 per year). The median household income is $1,788 per week and the median family income is $2,031 per week.

What is the median house price in Forest Hill? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $566,000, up 7.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Forest Hill? +

The median age in Forest Hill is 25. The largest age group is 25–34 (484 residents, around 16%). Around 35% of residents are under 20 and about 7% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Forest Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Forest Hill is part of the Wagga Wagga LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Forest Hill? +

In Forest Hill, the median weekly rent is $310, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,300 (2021 Census).