Woongarrah
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Woongarrah, NSW 2259.
About Woongarrah
Welcome to Woongarrah
Woongarrah sits on the Central Coast of New South Wales, part of the fast-growing Warnervale precinct roughly midway between Sydney and Newcastle. It's a suburb defined by newer housing estates, wide streets and a young, family-oriented population — the kind of place that has grown up almost entirely in the last couple of decades rather than evolving from an older town centre.
With a median age of 36 and a population approaching 6,000, Woongarrah suits young families, first-home buyers and anyone wanting modern housing stock without the price tag of suburbs closer to Sydney. It sits alongside Wallarah, Terrace, Estate Warnervale, Warnervale and Hamlyn Terrace, forming a broader cluster of residential growth areas that share schools, shops and services.
Housing & architecture
Woongarrah's housing stock is overwhelmingly modern, reflecting its identity as one of the Central Coast's newer growth suburbs. Current listings show 93% houses, 4% townhouses and 3% land, which tells you most of the suburb is made up of freestanding family homes on estate-style blocks, with only a small pocket of higher-density or vacant land still on the market. Expect brick veneer and rendered facades, double garages and open-plan layouts typical of the building booms that shaped Warnervale and its surrounding suburbs from the 2000s onward.
Because so much of the suburb was master-planned, streets tend to be wide and uniform, with parks and drainage reserves worked into the estate layouts rather than added later. Buyers after a period home or classic Central Coast cottage won't find much here, but those wanting a low-maintenance, near-new house will.
The property market
The median house price in Woongarrah currently sits at $991,000, following growth of 7.7% recently — a solid result that reflects continued demand for family-sized homes in this part of the Central Coast. Median rent is $800 a week, giving investors a reasonable yield relative to the purchase price and pointing to steady rental demand from families and commuters priced out of Sydney.
With such a high proportion of house listings and only a handful of townhouses and land parcels changing hands, competition for well-presented family homes tends to be strong. Buyers should expect to compete with both owner-occupiers and investors drawn to the suburb's growth trajectory and its position within the wider Warnervale growth corridor.
Getting around
Woongarrah is well placed for Central Coast and regional travel, with Warnervale train station nearby providing access to the Sydney–Newcastle rail line — useful for commuters heading to either city, though it's a longer trip than for suburbs closer to Sydney. The M1 Pacific Motorway is also within reach, making car travel the most practical option for most residents heading north to Newcastle or south towards Sydney and the rest of the Central Coast.
Locally, Woongarrah's estate-based street layout means most trips around the suburb and to neighbouring Hamlyn Terrace, Warnervale and Wallarah are made by car, though the area has been developed with pedestrian and cycle paths connecting to local parks and schools.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Woongarrah Public School serving the suburb directly and MacKillop Catholic College providing a secondary option nearby. Both schools are a drawcard for young families moving into the area, reinforcing Woongarrah's reputation as a suburb built around that demographic — a point underlined by the median age of 36 and the prevalence of larger family homes in the current housing stock.
The broader Warnervale precinct has grown alongside this family focus, with community facilities and children's services expanding to match the population growth seen across Woongarrah and its neighbours.
Parks & recreation
Like much of the Warnervale growth corridor, Woongarrah has been designed with local parks, reserves and open space woven through its residential streets, giving families easy access to playgrounds and green space without having to travel far. These local reserves double as informal meeting points for the community and are typically within walking distance of most homes in the estates.
For bigger outings, the wider Central Coast offers beaches, lakes and bushland reserves within a reasonably short drive, making Woongarrah a practical base for families who want suburban convenience but still want the coast's outdoor lifestyle close at hand.
Market snapshot
Woongarrah property market
Median sale price
$991k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$800
per week
Gross rental yield
4.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$838k
Median
$991k
Premium
$1.30m
Days on market
19
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
84
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +3.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Woongarrah by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Woongarrah, NSW 2259.
Population
5,962
residents (2021)
Median age
36
years
Household income
$2,255
median, per week
Median rent
$510
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Woongarrah
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Woongarrah
$960k
12 Oakmont Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.16m
55 Mataram Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.02m
19 Bayberry Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.43m
7 Ryan Close
Sold ~July 2026
$1.05m
10 Lily Lane
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
11 Ashbrook Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.05m
17 Bayberry Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$1.05m
46 Peppercorn Avenue
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
Woongarrah suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Woongarrah?
The median house price in Woongarrah, NSW is $991k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 7.7%.
How much is rent in Woongarrah?
The median weekly rent in Woongarrah is around $800 per week.
Is Woongarrah a good place to live?
Woongarrah is a suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. Woongarrah is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 5,962 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Woongarrah?
Woongarrah has a population of 5,962 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.
What schools are in Woongarrah?
There are 2 schools in or near Woongarrah, including MacKillop Catholic College and Woongarrah Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Woongarrah?
Properties in Woongarrah take around 19 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Woongarrah?
Entry-level properties in Woongarrah start around $838k, while premium homes reach $1.30m.
What suburbs are near Woongarrah?
Suburbs near Woongarrah include Wallarah, Terrace, Estate Warnervale, Warnervale and Hamlyn Terrace.
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