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Woodrising

NSW 2284 • Rest of NSW

1,176
Population (2021)
$84,968
Median Household Income
0.60 km²
Area
$378/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordable

About Woodrising

Woodrising is a small residential suburb located within the City of Lake Macquarie LGA, approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Newcastle's CBD in the Hunter Region of New South Wales. With a population of around 1,176 residents concentrated in a compact area of just 0.6 square kilometres, Woodrising has the feel of a close-knit suburban pocket. The suburb is situated near the southern shoreline of Lake Macquarie, one of Australia's largest coastal saltwater lakes.

Residents of Woodrising enjoy a relaxed lakeside lifestyle with easy access to Lake Macquarie's many waterways for boating, fishing, and swimming. The suburb is surrounded by established Lake Macquarie communities including Speers Point, Booragul, and Boolaroo, all offering local shops, cafes, and schools within a short drive. It appeals primarily to families and owner-occupiers who value a quieter suburban setting with reasonable proximity to Newcastle's employment and entertainment hubs.

Woodrising falls under postcode 2284 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2284
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - West
LGA / Council
Lake Macquarie
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Lake Macquarie
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.99°, 151.61°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.60 km²
Elevation
28m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$791K
26 sales · ▲ 5.4% 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)
$378
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,570
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.3%

9 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Booragul Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Lake Macquarie Bus Services — Newcastle CBD / Charlestown Square 30-45 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
15 km
By Train
30-40 min from Booragul Station to Hamilton/Newcastle Interchange
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Hunter Line train from nearby Booragul; M1 Pacific Motorway accessible for Sydney commutes (approx. 2h)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited local amenities within walking distance; car or bus required for most shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
216.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%
Motor vehicle theft
229.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
376.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
409.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.1%
View all 62 offence types for Lake Macquarie →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,168
Census 2021
1,176
▲ 0.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$29,744
Personal Income 2021
$37,336
▲ 25.5% 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
$37,336 / yr
$718/wk
Household
$84,968 / yr
$1634/wk
Family
$95,836 / yr
$1843/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,023
Born Overseas 105

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 22
  • 2. New Zealand 19
  • 3. Germany 6
  • 4. Samoa 5
  • 5. Thailand 5
  • 6. Wales 5
  • 7. Fiji 4
  • 8. Vietnam 4
  • 9. Ireland 3
  • 10. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 541
English 485
Scottish 128
Irish 108
Australian Aboriginal 76
German 54
Italian 34
Dutch 23
Filipino 13
Welsh 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

837
Both parents born in Australia
148
Both parents born overseas
126
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.3%
Christianity
45.2%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
88 (7.5%)
5-14 years
152 (12.9%)
15-19 years
64 (5.4%)
20-24 years
89 (7.6%)
25-34 years
177 (15.1%)
35-44 years
152 (12.9%)
45-54 years
138 (11.7%)
55-64 years
163 (13.9%)
65-74 years
116 (9.9%)
75-84 years
33 (2.8%)
85+ years
4 (0.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Woodrising NSW located? +

Woodrising is a suburb in the City of Lake Macquarie, approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Newcastle CBD in the Hunter Region, New South Wales.

What is the population of Woodrising NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Woodrising has a population of approximately 1,176 residents.

What schools are near Woodrising NSW? +

Nearby schools include Speers Point Public School, Booragul Public School, Boolaroo Public School, Lake Macquarie High School, and St Paul's High School in Booragul.

Is there a train station near Woodrising? +

The closest train station is Booragul Station on the Hunter Line, approximately 1.5 kilometres from Woodrising, with services to Newcastle and the broader Hunter Region.

What is the average income in Woodrising? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Woodrising is about $718 per week (around $37,300 per year). The median household income is $1,634 per week and the median family income is $1,843 per week.

What is the median house price in Woodrising? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $790,500, up 5.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Woodrising? +

The median age in Woodrising is 36. The largest age group is 25–34 (177 residents, around 15%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Woodrising a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woodrising is part of the Lake Macquarie 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.

What is the population of Woodrising? +

Woodrising had a population of 1,176 at the 2021 Census, up 0.7% from 1,168 in 2016.

How much is rent in Woodrising? +

In Woodrising, the median weekly rent is $378, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,570 (2021 Census).