Hamilton
NSW 2303 • Rest of NSW
About Hamilton
Hamilton is a vibrant inner suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, located approximately 4 kilometres west of the Newcastle CBD. With a 2021 census population of around 4,614 residents, the suburb offers a diverse demographic mix of young professionals, students, families, and established residents. Named after Edward Terrick Hamilton of the Australian Agricultural Company, it was gazetted as a municipality in 1871 and retains a strong historical character. The suburb sits within the City of Newcastle local government area.
The heart of Hamilton is Beaumont Street, a lively strip renowned for its multicultural restaurants, cafes, boutique shops, and weekend markets. Residents enjoy excellent walkability, with day-to-day services including pharmacies, banks, and fresh produce easily accessible on foot. Hamilton is popular with renters and investors alike, offering good connectivity to Newcastle city, the Hunter Valley, and coastal beaches. The suburb suits young professionals and students looking for an urban lifestyle close to the University of Newcastle.
Hamilton falls under postcode 2303 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newcastle electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 130,131,135 — Newcastle Interchange / Hunter St 10–15 min
- 220,222 — John Hunter Hospital / Rankin Park 15–20 min
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ Hamilton Station is one stop from Newcastle Interchange on the Hunter Line.
Beaumont Street's dense mix of shops, cafes, and services makes most daily errands easily done on foot.
Supermarkets Nearby
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ALDI11 Swan Street, Hamilton NSW 2303
Schools
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Hamilton Public School ICSEA 11064969 3577 Tudor St
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Newcastle High School ICSEA 1027200 PARKWAY AVENUE
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286 Parkway Ave
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Hamilton, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Hamilton by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Hamilton Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Hamilton" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
33 state housing + 37 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 140
- 2. India 62
- 3. Italy 52
- 4. New Zealand 49
- 5. Nepal 46
- 6. Greece 40
- 7. North Macedonia 27
- 8. Philippines 26
- 9. United States 25
- 10. Germany 23
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)