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Wallarah

NSW 2259 • New South Wales

344
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralCar-DependentQuietCentral CoastBushland
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About Wallarah

Wallarah is a sparsely populated locality on the Central Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 11 kilometres north-north-east of Wyong within the Central Coast Council local government area. With a population of 344, it remains a quiet, semi-rural locality covering around 6.6 square kilometres of largely undeveloped land. The area attracts a mix of residents who appreciate the relaxed lifestyle that comes with living away from the more urbanised coastal towns, with median household incomes broadly in line with surrounding semi-rural localities.

Wallarah is perhaps best known regionally as the location of the Wallarah Creek interchange on the M1 Pacific Motorway, which provides convenient road access connecting the Central Coast to Sydney and Newcastle. The surrounding area features natural bushland typical of the Central Coast region, and nearby Charmhaven and Warnervale offer the closest day-to-day amenities including shops and services. The locality suits those seeking a low-key lifestyle with easy freeway access while remaining within reach of the broader Central Coast community.

Wallarah falls under postcode 2259 and is governed by the Central Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Shortland, while state elections fall under the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2259
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Shortland
State Electorate
Wyong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.21°, 151.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.59 km²
Population Density
52 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.7M
7 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2259

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2259, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,258
Median 2023–24
$57,267
▲ 23.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2259; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wyong
11 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Wyong / Lake Haven 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
75 km
By Train
Drive to Wyong station (~11km), then approx 75 min to Sydney Central via T7 Hunter Line
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
60-70 min

🛣️ Wallarah Creek interchange on M1 Pacific Motorway provides direct freeway access north and south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services within walking distance; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
344
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
208 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.9%
Motor vehicle theft
171.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.5%
Non-DV assault
430.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
14.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
336 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.3%
View all 62 offence types for Central Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wallarah known for? +

Wallarah is best known as the location of the Wallarah Creek interchange on the M1 Pacific Motorway, which provides a key connection point between Sydney, the Central Coast, and Newcastle. The locality is otherwise characterised by its quiet, bushland setting.

How far is Wallarah from Sydney? +

Wallarah is approximately 75 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD, which translates to a 60–90 minute drive via the M1 Pacific Motorway depending on traffic conditions.

Does Wallarah have public transport? +

Wallarah has very limited public transport. The nearest train station is Wyong, approximately 11 kilometres away on the T7 Hunter Line. A car is the most practical mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Wallarah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wallarah has a population of 344 residents, making it a small and sparsely settled locality within the Central Coast region.

Is Wallarah a good place to live? +

Wallarah suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with convenient freeway access via the M1. Residents need to travel to nearby Charmhaven, Warnervale, or Wyong for shops, services, and schools, so a car is essential.

What is the postcode for Wallarah? +

The postcode for Wallarah is 2259, which it shares with several other Central Coast localities including Warnervale and Charmhaven.

What is the median house price in Wallarah? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,700,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Wallarah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wallarah is part of the Central Coast 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.