Forest Hill
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Forest Hill, NSW 2651.
About Forest Hill
Welcome to Forest Hill
Forest Hill sits on the eastern fringe of Wagga Wagga, in the New South Wales Riverina, close to the Riverina highway network and the Kapooka army base that gives the area much of its distinctive character. It's a semi-rural pocket that has grown into a settled residential community without losing its open, low-density feel, bordered by the small localities of Gumly Gumly and Alfredtown.
With a population of just over 3,000 and a notably young median age of 25, Forest Hill has long been a magnet for Defence families posted to nearby Kapooka, along with first-home buyers and young families drawn to its affordability and space. It suits people who want a quieter, more spread-out alternative to inner Wagga Wagga while still being a short drive from the city's services.
Lifestyle & families
Life in Forest Hill tends to revolve around home, school and the surrounding countryside rather than a bustling main street. The strong Defence presence from Kapooka gives the suburb a transient but tight-knit community feel, with plenty of young families and service personnel moving through. It's the kind of place where backyards, sporting fields and open space matter more than cafe culture, and where neighbours tend to know each other.
Schools & families
Forest Hill Public School anchors the suburb as the local option for primary-aged children, and its presence has helped cement Forest Hill's appeal to young families looking to settle close to schooling without the price tag of more central Wagga Wagga suburbs. Secondary schooling and further amenities are a short drive away in Wagga Wagga proper.
Getting around
Forest Hill's location on the eastern approach to Wagga Wagga makes it an easy commute into the city centre by car, and its proximity to Kapooka and the Sturt Highway corridor makes it a practical base for Defence families and shift workers. Wagga Wagga's wider road network connects easily to Gumly Gumly and Alfredtown, and the Riverina's regional airport and rail links are all accessible within a short drive for those needing to travel further afield.
Parks & recreation
The surrounding countryside gives Forest Hill a genuinely open, semi-rural outlook, with paddocks and rural views forming the backdrop to many streets. Locals make use of nearby reserves and sporting grounds for weekend recreation, while the Murrumbidgee River and Wagga's established parklands are within easy reach for those wanting a bigger day out.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Forest Hill is dominated by low-density, family-style dwellings, and current listings reflect a suburb still very much in growth mode: around 65% of stock is established houses, with the remaining 35% made up of land, pointing to ongoing new development and subdivision. Blocks tend to be generous by city standards, appealing to buyers after space for kids, pets or a shed.
The property market
Forest Hill's affordability has been one of its biggest drawcards, with a median house price of $576,000 and median rent of $520 a week. The market here has been notably strong recently, with house prices climbing 17.5% — a sign of growing demand from both owner-occupiers and investors attracted to the suburb's mix of space, price point and proximity to Wagga Wagga and Kapooka. With a young population and a healthy pipeline of land listings, Forest Hill looks set to keep attracting buyers priced out of, or simply uninterested in, more built-up parts of the region.
Market snapshot
Forest Hill property market
Median sale price
$576k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$520
per week
Gross rental yield
4.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$474k
Median
$576k
Premium
$713k
Days on market
21
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
36
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +12.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Forest Hill by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Forest Hill, NSW 2651.
Population
3,081
residents (2021)
Median age
25
years
Household income
$1,788
median, per week
Median rent
$310
per week
Median mortgage
$1,300
per month
Mortgage / income
17%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Forest Hill
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Forest Hill
$547k
32 Dunn Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$655k
10 Lyons Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$430k
48 Allonby Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
16 Simpson Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.18m
1-4/27 Brunskill Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$667k
9 Lyons Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$540k
37-39 Brunskill Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$775k
68 Paperbark Drive
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Forest Hill
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Price map around Forest Hill
Every listing for sale near Forest Hill, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
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Common questions
Forest Hill suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Forest Hill?
The median house price in Forest Hill, NSW is $576k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 17.5%.
How much is rent in Forest Hill?
The median weekly rent in Forest Hill is around $520 per week.
Is Forest Hill a good place to live?
Forest Hill is a suburb of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales. Forest Hill is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 3,081 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Forest Hill?
Forest Hill has a population of 3,081 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 25.
What schools are in Forest Hill?
There is 1 school in or near Forest Hill, including Forest Hill Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Forest Hill?
Properties in Forest Hill take around 21 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Forest Hill?
Entry-level properties in Forest Hill start around $474k, while premium homes reach $713k.
What suburbs are near Forest Hill?
Suburbs near Forest Hill include Gumly Gumly and Alfredtown.
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