Wee Waa
An unusually low-density service town, Wee Waa covers 934.82 sq km for 2,034 residents, or 2.2 people per sq km. Its 14.8% vacancy rate stands out beside a 90.6% detached-house share, pointing to a market shaped by rural land, detached stock and uneven demand rather than apartment supply. Median age is 38, two years below the national average, while household income sits at the 29.8th percentile, below the national midpoint. English ancestry is recorded for 667 people and Christianity for 1,267, giving the town a more Anglo-leaning profile than nationally. Compared with nearby Narrabri, Wee Waa is a smaller, more dispersed choice where space and affordability may matter more than dense services.
Local council: Narrabri
Population
2,034
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,286/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
9
Buyers prioritising a detached home will find a clear local pattern: 90.6% of dwellings are separate houses, 43.9% have 3 bedrooms and 35.0% have 4 or more. The $200 weekly rent and $1,083 monthly mortgage figure suggest relatively manageable ongoing housing costs, while mortgage payments equal 19.4% of household income compared with rent at 15.6%. Yet the 14.8% vacancy rate can signal weaker resale depth, so buyers should inspect flood, insurance, access and maintenance risks across a 934.82 sq km area. Compared with Narrabri, Wee Waa may suit households wanting land and a slower pace, but the smaller market makes exact street and property selection more important.
For Buyers
Buyers prioritising a detached home will find a clear local pattern: 90.6% of dwellings are separate houses, 43.9% have 3 bedrooms and 35.0% have 4 or more. The $200 weekly rent and $1,083 monthly mortgage figure suggest relatively manageable ongoing housing costs, while mortgage payments equal 19.4% of household income compared with rent at 15.6%. Yet the 14.8% vacancy rate can signal weaker resale depth, so buyers should inspect flood, insurance, access and maintenance risks across a 934.82 sq km area. Compared with Narrabri, Wee Waa may suit households wanting land and a slower pace, but the smaller market makes exact street and property selection more important.
For Investors
Rental investors get a mixed signal. Renting accounts for 32.3% of occupied tenures and weekly rent is $200, while vacancy is a high 14.8%, so tenant demand may be present without the tight conditions that usually support rapid rent growth. Agriculture employs 23.0% of workers, ahead of Healthcare at 17.4% and Education at 14.3%, tying demand to farm cycles, public services and local institutions. Twelve development matters were recorded in 12 months, including a dwelling house and storage-related work, but that pipeline is modest compared with a larger regional centre. Compared with a low-vacancy market, Wee Waa requires conservative yield, repairs and exit assumptions. The 17.9% turnover rate also suggests a relatively stable base for landlords providing practical, well-maintained homes.
Development Activity
Total DAs
68
Last 12 Months
9
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-57.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Wee Waa
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Demographics
With 2,034 residents and a median age of 38, Wee Waa is close to the national household-size average: 2.5 people per household, with the comparison recorded as 0.0. Its overseas-born share is 5.2%, 16.4 percentage points below the national figure, and university attainment is 14.7%, 15.4 points below national levels. English ancestry counts 667 people, followed by Irish at 192 and Scottish at 127; Christianity is recorded for 1,267 residents versus 461 reporting no religion. Families remain important, with 40.0% of families being couples with children and 20.0% one-parent families. Compared with Narrabri, the profile appears more locally rooted and less internationally diverse, so community services should account for distance and a smaller migrant base.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
90.6%
Houses
8.2%
Townhouse
0.4%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is overwhelmingly detached: separate houses make up 90.6% of dwellings, compared with just 0.4% apartments and 8.2% semi-detached homes. The bedroom mix is practical for families, with 43.9% 3-bedroom and 35.0% 4-plus-bedroom dwellings, while only 4.2% have 0 or 1 bedroom. Tenure is split between 34.4% owned outright, 28.4% mortgaged and 32.3% rented, leaving 4.9% in other arrangements. Rent absorbs 15.6% of household income and mortgage costs 19.4%, both below typical stress markers, but a 14.8% vacancy rate indicates more choice for tenants than in a tight market. Compared with Narrabri, Wee Waa's housing is more spacious and less apartment-oriented, although rural scale can make condition and location differences larger than headline figures suggest.
Mortgage / mo
$1,083
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $200.
$400
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $435
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$689
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
14.8%
Unoccupied
122
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
15.6%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.4%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
40.0%
Couples with children
39.4%
Couples, no children
20.0%
Single parent
480
Total families
Economy & Employment
Wee Waa's economy is anchored by land and essential services. Agriculture represents 23.0% of employment, followed by Healthcare at 17.4%, Education at 14.3%, Public Administration at 7.0% and Other Services at 6.8%. The occupation mix reinforces that base: Machinery/Drivers number 126, Managers 122, Professionals 108, Labourers 106 and Trades 103. Unemployment is 4.9% among a labour force of 877, while participation is 55.5%, indicating a smaller active workforce than a high-participation regional hub. Full-time work accounts for 64.3% of employed residents. Household income is $1,286 weekly and sits at the 29.8th percentile, below the national midpoint, which can constrain discretionary retail but support demand for value-focused services.
Unemployment
4.9%
Labour Force
877
Unemployed
43
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
64.3%
Part-time
28.7%
Participation
55.5%
Employed
834
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
14.7%
Postgraduate
1.3%
Born Overseas
5.2%
Dwellings
692
Transport to Work
Livability in Wee Waa is built around space, local schools and car access. Two government schools cover primary and secondary years, while 77.8% of residents drive to work and 7.5% walk or cycle; 7.6% work from home. That transport pattern suits a dispersed 934.82 sq km locality but makes vehicle access more important than in a compact urban suburb. Volunteering is 17.8%, and 8.1% of residents need assistance, so local organisations and accessible services matter. For safety, check current NSW Police and council information for the exact street. Compared with larger regional centres, day-to-day convenience is likely to depend more on planning trips, school catchments and health access. The 14.8% vacancy rate may make renting easier than in a tight market, although available homes can vary.
Drive
77.8%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
7.5%
Work from Home
7.6%
Growth Outlook
Growth indicators point to a modest, service-led pattern rather than a rapid expansion cycle. Wee Waa has 2,034 residents, an 82.1% stay rate and 17.9% turnover, suggesting an established base with limited churn. Twelve development matters in the last 12 months include 1 dwelling house, storage premises work and an electricity-generating facility, so activity is present but below what a major regional centre would normally carry. The 14.8% vacancy rate provides capacity for incoming households, while Agriculture's 23.0% employment share ties future demand to seasonal conditions and local services. Compared with a larger centre such as Narrabri, growth is more likely to be incremental and infrastructure-sensitive. Buyers and developers should check current regional forecasts before relying on a stronger growth case.
Population trend: Narrabri council area
Wee Waa sits in the Narrabri council area. These are the council area's residents, not Wee Waa's.
Residents 2025
12,797
Growth, 5 yr average
-0.3%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
-0.3%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Wee Waa compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wee Waa a good suburb to live in?
Wee Waa can suit residents who value space, detached housing and a quieter service-town setting. It has 2 government schools, 90.6% separate houses and a 2.2 people-per-sq-km density. Compared with larger regional centres, daily life is more car-dependent, with 77.8% driving to work.
What is the median house price in Wee Waa?
A current median house price should be checked against recent comparable sales because Wee Waa covers 934.82 sq km and includes varied rural and town properties. Housing costs appear relatively manageable, with rent at $200 per week and mortgage costs at $1,083 per month, but these figures do not replace an address-specific price assessment.
What schools are in Wee Waa?
Wee Waa has 2 listed government schools: Wee Waa Public School for primary years and Wee Waa High School for secondary years. Families should confirm enrolment zones, transport arrangements and current places against the exact address, particularly because the locality covers 934.82 sq km and school access can vary.
Is Wee Waa safe?
Check current NSW Police and council information for the exact street before deciding, as a suburb-wide crime rate is not stated. Visiting at different times and speaking with local residents can add useful context. Wee Waa has 2,034 residents and a 17.9% annual turnover rate, so street conditions and familiarity can differ.
Is Wee Waa good for property investment?
Wee Waa may suit investors seeking affordable regional housing and a stable tenant base, but the 14.8% vacancy rate indicates softer rental competition than a tight market. Renting is 32.3% of tenure and weekly rent is $200. Agriculture accounts for 23.0% of employment, so investors should allow for seasonal and employment-cycle risk.
How is Wee Waa's population changing?
Wee Waa has 2,034 residents, with 82.1% staying at the same address and 17.9% turning over. Twelve development matters were recorded across 12 months, including 1 dwelling house, indicating ongoing but limited activity. Check current regional forecasts for the direction and pace of future population change.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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