Wangi Wangi
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Wangi Wangi, NSW 2267.
About Wangi Wangi
Welcome to Wangi Wangi
Wangi Wangi sits on a peninsula jutting into the western shore of Lake Macquarie, a bit over an hour's drive north of Sydney and a short hop from Newcastle. Best known simply as "Wangi" to locals, it's a lakeside community built around water views, boat ramps and a slower pace of life, with the surrounding bush and lake shaping almost everything about how people live here.
It's a suburb that tends to suit retirees, downsizers and families who want space and water access without the density of Newcastle's suburbs, reflected in a median age of 54. With Arcadia Vale, Fishing Point, Buttaba and Balmoral forming its immediate neighbours, Wangi Wangi is very much part of a tight-knit cluster of lakeside communities on this side of Lake Macquarie.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Wangi Wangi revolves around the lake. Locals fish, kayak, sail and swim from the foreshore, and the pace of the suburb is set by tides and weather rather than a busy commercial strip. The Wangi Wangi RSL and Bowling Club, both with sweeping lake views, are the social hub for many residents, offering meals and a spot to watch the sunset over the water. It's not a suburb built around cafe culture or nightlife, but that's largely the appeal for those who've chosen it: a genuine sense of community and an outdoors-first lifestyle.
Shopping
Wangi Wangi has a small village centre catering to day-to-day needs, with a supermarket, pharmacy and a handful of local shops and takeaways. For bigger shopping trips, residents typically head to Toronto or further afield to Charlestown Square, one of the region's major retail centres, which brings a full range of fashion, department stores and dining within a reasonable drive.
Getting around
Wangi Wangi is car-dependent, with no rail line running directly through the peninsula, so most residents drive to connect with the wider Lake Macquarie and Newcastle road network. Local bus services link Wangi to Toronto and other lakeside suburbs, providing a connection to Newcastle's train line for those commuting further afield. The drive to Newcastle takes roughly 40 minutes, while Sydney is a longer haul of well over an hour via the M1, making Wangi better suited to those who work locally, remotely, or are retired.
Schools & families
Families in the suburb are served by Wangi Wangi Public School, a community-focused primary school that's long been a fixture of local life. Secondary students generally travel to high schools in Toronto or other nearby centres, as is typical for this string of lakeside suburbs where primary schooling is local but high schools serve a wider catchment.
Parks & recreation
The lake itself is Wangi Wangi's biggest recreational asset, with foreshore reserves, boat ramps and picnic spots dotted along the peninsula. Wangi Power Station Park and the walking tracks around the old power station precinct are popular for their views back across Lake Macquarie, and the surrounding bushland reserves offer walking and cycling away from the water's edge for those who want a change of scenery.
The property market
Wangi Wangi's property market is dominated by houses, which make up 67% of current listings, alongside a notable 30% share of land listings reflecting ongoing interest in building new homes on the peninsula; apartments and units are scarce at just 3% of stock. The median house price currently sits at $891k, having climbed a strong 16.5% recently, a sign of sustained demand for lakeside living in this pocket of Lake Macquarie. For renters, the median weekly rent is $650, and with a population of around 2,920, Wangi Wangi remains a relatively small, tightly held market compared with larger lakeside centres nearby.
Market snapshot
Wangi Wangi property market
Median sale price
$891k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
3.8%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$692k
Median
$891k
Premium
$1.32m
Days on market
20
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
26
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +3.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Wangi Wangi by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Wangi Wangi, NSW 2267.
Population
2,920
residents (2021)
Median age
54
years
Household income
$1,339
median, per week
Median rent
$340
per week
Median mortgage
$1,830
per month
Mortgage / income
32%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Wangi Wangi
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Wangi Wangi
$750k
16 Carawa Street
Sold ~July 2026
$880k
35 Carawa Street
Sold ~July 2026
$850k
36 Lakeview Road
Sold ~July 2026
$510k
123 Beach Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.95m
90 Beach Road
Sold ~June 2026
$2.06m
102 Dobell Drive
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Wangi Wangi suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Wangi Wangi?
The median house price in Wangi Wangi, NSW is $891k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 16.5%.
How much is rent in Wangi Wangi?
The median weekly rent in Wangi Wangi is around $650 per week.
Is Wangi Wangi a good place to live?
Wangi Wangi is a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie in New South Wales, Australia, which forms a peninsula jutting eastwards into Lake Macquarie. Wangi Wangi is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 2,920 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Wangi Wangi?
Wangi Wangi has a population of 2,920 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 54.
What schools are in Wangi Wangi?
There is 1 school in or near Wangi Wangi, including Wangi Wangi Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Wangi Wangi?
Properties in Wangi Wangi take around 20 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Wangi Wangi?
Entry-level properties in Wangi Wangi start around $692k, while premium homes reach $1.32m.
What suburbs are near Wangi Wangi?
Suburbs near Wangi Wangi include Wangi, Arcadia Vale, Fishing Point, Buttaba and Balmoral.
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