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Chisholm

NSW 2322 • Rest of NSW

4,577
Population (2021)
$60,528
Median Income
7.62 km²
Area
$550/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbNew DevelopmentCommuter BeltAffordable

About Chisholm

Chisholm is a fast-growing residential suburb within the Maitland City Council area in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, located approximately 35 kilometres north of Newcastle. The suburb's population surged from just 1,461 in 2016 to 4,577 by 2021, marking it as one of the most rapidly expanding communities in the Hunter region as major residential estates were developed across its 7.6 square kilometres. With a young median age of 32 and a strong median household income of approximately $2,755 per week, Chisholm attracts young families and professionals seeking modern housing within commuting distance of both Maitland and Newcastle.

As a new growth suburb, Chisholm features contemporary housing estates with modern infrastructure, and its expansion has been accompanied by the development of local schools, parks, and community facilities. The suburb sits within easy reach of Maitland's established retail and dining precinct, with the Hunter Expressway providing efficient connections to Newcastle and the broader region. Its young, family-oriented demographic and well-appointed new homes make Chisholm a popular choice for first-home buyers and growing families seeking quality suburban living in the Hunter Valley.

Chisholm falls under postcode 2322 and is governed by Maitland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maitland electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2322
Urban Area
Maitland
LGA / Council
Maitland
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Maitland
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.75°, 151.64°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
7.62 km²
Elevation
29m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Chisholm by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Chisholm Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Chisholm" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,344
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
32 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,461
Census 2021
4,577
▲ 213.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$48,412
Income 2021
$60,528
▲ 25.0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,793
Born Overseas 716

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 216
  • 2. England 93
  • 3. New Zealand 51
  • 4. Philippines 41
  • 5. South Korea 32
  • 6. South Africa 26
  • 7. Vietnam 22
  • 8. Canada 15
  • 9. Zimbabwe 14
  • 10. China 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,915
English 1,851
Scottish 434
Irish 385
Indian 271
Australian Aboriginal 214
German 193
Italian 85
Filipino 64
Dutch 57

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,058
Both parents born in Australia
953
Both parents born overseas
476
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
58.3%
No Religion
33.0%
Hinduism
2.0%
Sikhism
1.1%
Islam
0.9%
Buddhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
464 (10.1%)
5-14 years
871 (19.0%)
15-19 years
253 (5.5%)
20-24 years
161 (3.5%)
25-34 years
769 (16.8%)
35-44 years
886 (19.4%)
45-54 years
482 (10.5%)
55-64 years
373 (8.1%)
65-74 years
231 (5.0%)
75-84 years
71 (1.6%)
85+ years
13 (0.3%)

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