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The Hill

NSW 2300 • Rest of NSW

2,076
Population (2021)
$59,644
Median Income
0.55 km²
Area
55m
Elevation
Inner-CityHeritageProfessionalCoastal ViewsWalkable

About The Hill

The Hill is a prestigious inner-city suburb in Newcastle, New South Wales, located just 0.6 square kilometres adjacent to the CBD. With a population of approximately 2,076 residents, the area is characterised by young professionals aged 20-29 and childless couples. Perched on elevated terrain, The Hill offers panoramic views of Newcastle's coastline and harbour, with historic significance dating back to the mid-19th century when it served as a residential enclave for the city's affluent residents.

The suburb features 9 parks covering 25.7% of its total area, providing excellent green space despite its urban location. Residents work predominantly in professional occupations and the area maintains a mix of owner-occupied (44%) and rental properties. The Hill's proximity to Newcastle CBD, beaches, and restaurants makes it ideal for those seeking an urban lifestyle with heritage charm. The neighbourhood offers cafes, boutiques, and stunning walking paths with ocean vistas.

The Hill falls under postcode 2300 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newcastle electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2300
Urban Area
Newcastle - Inner City
LGA
Newcastle
Federal Electorate
Newcastle
State Electorate
Newcastle
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.93°, 151.78°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.55 km²
Elevation
55m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Civic Light Rail
0.6 km
8 mins
Newcastle Interchange
1.2 km
15 mins
Queens Wharf Light Rail
0.8 km
10 mins

Bus Services

  • 100, 110, 111 — Newcastle CBD / The Junction 5-10 mins
  • 225, 226 — Charlestown / Warners Bay 20-30 mins

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
0.5 km
By Bus
5 mins
By Car (Peak)
3-5 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
2-3 mins

🛣️ Walking distance to CBD; Newcastle Light Rail provides excellent connectivity

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near The Hill, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Newcastle Recreation Reserve
Ordnance Street, The Hill • SHR #02000

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,943
Census 2021
2,076
▲ 6.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,800
Income 2021
$59,644
▲ 27.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,645
Born Overseas 351

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 45
  • 2. New Zealand 37
  • 3. United States 25
  • 4. India 19
  • 5. Germany 15
  • 6. China 11
  • 7. Italy 11
  • 8. Scotland 11
  • 9. Ireland 10
  • 10. Chile 8
  • 11. Canada 7
  • 12. France 7
  • 13. Greece 7
  • 14. Philippines 7
  • 15. Singapore 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 910
Australian 688
Irish 320
Scottish 292
German 126
Italian 76
Chinese 54
Australian Aboriginal 46
Dutch 43
Greek 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,227
Both parents born in Australia
421
Both parents born overseas
339
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
57.1%
Christianity
33.1%
Buddhism
1.1%
Hinduism
0.9%
Judaism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
59 (2.8%)
5-14 years
158 (7.6%)
15-19 years
87 (4.2%)
20-24 years
267 (12.9%)
25-34 years
503 (24.2%)
35-44 years
269 (13.0%)
45-54 years
238 (11.5%)
55-64 years
209 (10.1%)
65-74 years
184 (8.9%)
75-84 years
79 (3.8%)
85+ years
24 (1.2%)

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