Wollongbar

NSW 2477 • Rest of NSW

3,261
Population (2021)
$41,184
Median Income
17.63 km²
Area
165m
Elevation

About Wollongbar

Wollongbar is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Ballina (Area) area. With a population of 3,261 and a median income of $41,184, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 17.63 km² at an elevation of 165m, 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. Wollongbar is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Wollongbar falls under postcode 2477 and is governed by Ballina Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ballina electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2477
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.82°, 153.41°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
17.63 km²
Elevation
165m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,842
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,828
Census 2021
3,261
15.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,644
Income 2021
$41,184
22.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,804
Born Overseas 355

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 96
  • 2. New Zealand 42
  • 3. South Africa 27
  • 4. Chile 13
  • 5. Malaysia 12
  • 6. Germany 10
  • 7. India 10
  • 8. Zimbabwe 10
  • 9. Philippines 9
  • 10. Wales 9
  • 11. Japan 8
  • 12. Scotland 8
  • 13. Brazil 7
  • 14. Papua New Guinea 6
  • 15. United States 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,498
Australian 1,360
Irish 431
Scottish 424
German 172
Australian Aboriginal 154
Italian 138
Dutch 49
Chinese 34
Welsh 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,356
Both parents born in Australia
443
Both parents born overseas
363
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.6%
No Religion
42.3%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
179 (5.5%)
5-14 years
470 (14.4%)
15-19 years
223 (6.8%)
20-24 years
169 (5.2%)
25-34 years
345 (10.6%)
35-44 years
400 (12.3%)
45-54 years
424 (13.0%)
55-64 years
393 (12.1%)
65-74 years
373 (11.4%)
75-84 years
226 (6.9%)
85+ years
61 (1.9%)

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