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Wyee

NSW 2259 • Rest of NSW

2,909
Population (2021)
$71,968
Median Household Income
50.06 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
AffordableTrain AccessSemi-RuralGrowth SuburbLake Macquarie

About Wyee

Wyee is a small town in the City of Lake Macquarie, located in the Hunter region of New South Wales, approximately 106 kilometres north-northeast of Sydney. With a population of around 2,900 that has grown steadily in recent years, Wyee sits near the Sydney-Newcastle Freeway and has its own railway station on the Central Coast & Newcastle Line, opened in 1892. The name derives from the Awabakal Aboriginal word meaning 'place of bushfires', reflecting the area's bushland setting. Wyee has a mix of established homes and newer development, with a distinctly semi-rural character.

Wyee offers an affordable entry point into the Lake Macquarie property market while maintaining good transport connectivity via its train station and proximity to the M1 Motorway. The town has a public primary school and is within 15-20 minutes of several private schools. Residents enjoy easy access to Lake Macquarie's waterways, with Wyee Point nearby, and beaches just 15 minutes away. The suburb attracts young families and commuters who appreciate the balance of bushland living with direct train access to both Sydney (approximately 1 hour 15 minutes) and Newcastle (50 minutes).

Wyee falls under postcode 2259 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2259
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - West
LGA / Council
Lake Macquarie
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Lake Macquarie
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.17°, 151.46°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
50.06 km²
Elevation
25m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1M
64 sales · ▲ 14.9% 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)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
49 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.8%

0 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Morisset
9 km
N/A - drive required
Dora Creek
12 km
N/A - drive required

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Morisset, Lake Haven 15-25 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
106 km
By Train
1h 15min to Central Station
By Bus
N/A
By Car (Peak)
1h 30min via M1
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10min via M1

🛣️ Also 50 min by train to Newcastle. Direct freeway access via M1 Motorway. Station is being upgraded under Transport Access Program

Walkability Car-Dependent

Town centre near the station has limited amenities. A car is essential for shopping, schools, and most daily activities.

🛒 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 Wyee. 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
2,406
Census 2021
2,909
▲ 20.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,792
Personal Income 2021
$32,396
▲ 25.6% 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
$32,396 / yr
$623/wk
Household
$71,968 / yr
$1384/wk
Family
$89,700 / yr
$1725/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,488
Born Overseas 287

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 104
  • 2. New Zealand 34
  • 3. Ireland 10
  • 4. Philippines 10
  • 5. South Africa 10
  • 6. Scotland 9
  • 7. Thailand 9
  • 8. Malta 8
  • 9. Netherlands 7
  • 10. Germany 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,338
English 1,285
Irish 295
Scottish 278
Australian Aboriginal 156
German 80
Italian 68
Dutch 53
Maltese 46
Lebanese 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,082
Both parents born in Australia
385
Both parents born overseas
320
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.8%
No Religion
37.8%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
127 (4.4%)
5-14 years
287 (9.9%)
15-19 years
151 (5.2%)
20-24 years
188 (6.5%)
25-34 years
255 (8.8%)
35-44 years
296 (10.2%)
45-54 years
351 (12.1%)
55-64 years
390 (13.4%)
65-74 years
385 (13.2%)
75-84 years
315 (10.8%)
85+ years
159 (5.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wyee known for? +

Wyee is known for its semi-rural character, affordable property prices, and own railway station on the Central Coast and Newcastle Line. The town provides a practical entry point into the Lake Macquarie property market with good transport access.

How far is Wyee from Sydney? +

Wyee is approximately 106 kilometres north of Sydney, about a 90-minute drive or a similar train journey from Wyee station to Sydney Central on the Central Coast and Newcastle Line.

Does Wyee have public transport? +

Wyee has its own railway station on the Central Coast and Newcastle Line, providing regular services to Sydney and Newcastle. This makes Wyee one of the better-connected smaller communities on the Central Coast for train commuters.

What is the population of Wyee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wyee has a population of approximately 2,909 residents within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area.

Is Wyee a good place to live? +

Wyee is an affordable option for those wanting lake access, a semi-rural lifestyle, and direct train connections to Sydney and Newcastle. It suits first-home buyers, families, and commuters seeking value at the northern edge of Lake Macquarie.

What is the postcode for Wyee? +

The postcode for Wyee is 2259.

What is the average income in Wyee? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Wyee is about $623 per week (around $32,400 per year). The median household income is $1,384 per week and the median family income is $1,725 per week.

What is the median house price in Wyee? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,000,000, up 14.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Wyee? +

The median age in Wyee is 49. The largest age group is 55–64 (390 residents, around 13%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 30% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Wyee a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wyee 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.

How much is rent in Wyee? +

In Wyee, the median weekly rent is $360, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).