West Wallsend

NSW 2286 • Rest of NSW

2,981
Population (2021)
$39,676
Median Income
17.49 km²
Area
45m
Elevation

About West Wallsend

West Wallsend is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lake Macquarie (City) area. With a population of 2,981 and a median income of $39,676, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 17.49 km² at an elevation of 45m, 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 Wallsend is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

West Wallsend falls under postcode 2286 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2286
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.90°, 151.57°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
17.49 km²
Elevation
45m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,863
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
36 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,240
Census 2021
2,981
33.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,824
Income 2021
$39,676
24.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,658
Born Overseas 202

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 51
  • 2. New Zealand 38
  • 3. Germany 16
  • 4. India 14
  • 5. Netherlands 12
  • 6. Scotland 10
  • 7. Poland 7
  • 8. South Africa 7
  • 9. Hong Kong 6
  • 10. Indonesia 6
  • 11. Philippines 4
  • 12. Thailand 4
  • 13. United States 4
  • 14. Zimbabwe 4
  • 15. Iran 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,411
English 1,375
Scottish 350
Irish 259
Australian Aboriginal 176
German 117
Italian 53
Dutch 49
Polish 21
Welsh 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,281
Both parents born in Australia
252
Both parents born overseas
309
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.4%
No Religion
44.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.6%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
202 (6.8%)
5-14 years
394 (13.2%)
15-19 years
187 (6.3%)
20-24 years
170 (5.7%)
25-34 years
467 (15.7%)
35-44 years
369 (12.4%)
45-54 years
324 (10.9%)
55-64 years
314 (10.5%)
65-74 years
317 (10.6%)
75-84 years
192 (6.4%)
85+ years
45 (1.5%)

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