Wollongbar
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Wollongbar, NSW 2477.
About Wollongbar
Welcome to Wollongbar
Wollongbar sits on the Northern Rivers of New South Wales, on the plateau country a short drive east of Lismore and inland from Ballina and Byron Bay. It's a rural-residential village with a distinctly agricultural backbone, surrounded by the rolling green farmland and macadamia country that defines this pocket of the state.
With a population of around 3,261 and a median age of 40, Wollongbar tends to appeal to families and tree-changers looking for space, a slower pace and easy access to the region's coastal and commercial hubs, rather than an inner-city buzz. It's the kind of place where a big block and a verandah still matter more than walkability scores.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Wollongbar revolves around its village centre, local sporting fields and the surrounding countryside rather than a bustling main street. Cafes and takeaway options service the immediate community, while more extensive dining, boutique shopping and the well-known food and arts scene of Bangalow and Byron Bay are within comfortable driving distance for a weekend outing.
The area's agricultural heritage, particularly its macadamia orchards, gives Wollongbar a genuinely rural feel that's increasingly rare within reach of the coast, and locals tend to value that quiet, unhurried character.
Getting around
Wollongbar is well positioned for road travel, with Lismore a short drive to the west and Ballina and its airport accessible to the east, making the suburb a practical base for commuters who work across the region rather than in one fixed town centre. The Bruxner Highway and connecting local roads link Wollongbar efficiently to neighbouring communities including Alstonvale, Mcleans Ridges, Rous, Ridges and Lindendale.
Public transport is limited in this rural setting, so most residents rely on private vehicles, which suits the suburb's larger blocks and semi-rural layout.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally through Wollongbar Public School, a long-standing part of the community that anchors the suburb's family-friendly reputation. The surrounding towns, including Lismore, offer a broader range of secondary and tertiary options for older students.
With a median age of 40 and a strong share of house-based living, Wollongbar attracts a mix of established families and those looking to upsize into a quieter setting while staying within commuting range of larger regional centres.
Housing & architecture
The current listing mix in Wollongbar is heavily weighted toward houses, which make up 72% of listings, reflecting the suburb's rural-residential character and larger lot sizes. Land parcels account for 21% of listings, pointing to ongoing opportunities for those wanting to build, while apartments and units (5%) and townhouses (2%) make up a small share of the market.
Expect a mix of established acreage-style homes and newer builds on generous blocks, with architecture generally geared toward space, verandahs and rural outlooks rather than dense or compact housing.
The property market
Wollongbar's median house price currently sits at $840,000, having grown 6.3% recently, a solid result that reflects continued demand for lifestyle-oriented rural-residential living within reach of the coast. Median weekly rent is $700, positioning the suburb as a mid-to-upper tier rental market within the Northern Rivers region.
Buyers are typically drawn by the land-to-house ratio on offer here compared with coastal suburbs closer to Ballina and Byron Bay, while the availability of land listings suggests room for those wanting to build a custom home rather than buy established stock.
Market snapshot
Wollongbar property market
Median sale price
$840k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$700
per week
Gross rental yield
4.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$676k
Median
$840k
Premium
$994k
Days on market
37
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
29
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +4.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Wollongbar by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Wollongbar, NSW 2477.
Population
3,261
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$1,639
median, per week
Median rent
$420
per week
Median mortgage
$1,842
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Wollongbar
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Wollongbar
$955k
46 Bolwarra Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$1.11m
48 Bolwarra Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$545k
2 Lynette Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$883k
1 Analei Street
Sold ~July 2026
$530k
21 Delva Road
Sold ~July 2026
$930k
5 Murrogun Place
Sold ~July 2026
$630k
2/21 Rifle Range Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
3 Rifle Range Road
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
Wollongbar suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Wollongbar?
The median house price in Wollongbar, NSW is $980k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 4.8%.
How much is rent in Wollongbar?
The median weekly rent in Wollongbar is around $830 per week.
Is Wollongbar a good place to live?
Wollongbar is a town in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. Wollongbar is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 3,261 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Wollongbar?
Wollongbar has a population of 3,261 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Wollongbar?
There is 1 school in or near Wollongbar, including Wollongbar Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Wollongbar?
Properties in Wollongbar take around 56 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Wollongbar?
Entry-level properties in Wollongbar start around $816k, while premium homes reach $1.38m.
What suburbs are near Wollongbar?
Suburbs near Wollongbar include Alstonvale, Mcleans Ridges, Rous, Ridges and Lindendale.
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