HAMILTON

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $1,290,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $765,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 21,348
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.5%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 4,614
Density 3,275.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

HAMILTON Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,290,000
House Sales Volume 41 sales
Unit Median $765,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $690/wk
3 Bed House $780/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

HAMILTON Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 21,348 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
3.22x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

HAMILTON 21,348/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

HAMILTON has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

HAMILTON Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

4,614
Total Population
3,275
people/km² density
1.5%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
1,793 people
38.9%
2
Australia
1,649 people
35.7%
3
Ireland
726 people
15.7%
4
Scotland
587 people
12.7%
5
Italy
216 people
4.7%

Transport

167.4 km
to Sydney CBD
125 min
drive to CBD
175 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Catholic (1)

St Francis Xavier's College

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About HAMILTON

Hamilton is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 4,614 with a density of 3275 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,290,000, below Sydney average; unit median $765,000, on par with Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, Catholic school St Francis Xavier's College has 63.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 21348 per 100,000, 3.22x the NSW average, a high crime area.

Demographics: English comprises 38.86%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (35.74%) and Irish (15.74%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Hamilton has a house median of $1,290,000 and unit median of $765,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Hamilton has a crime rate of 21348 per 100,000, which is 3.22x the NSW average (6635). Significantly above NSW average, careful consideration advised.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: St Francis Xavier's College, 2024 HSC results: 63 Distinguished Achievers, 1 Top Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Hamilton has a population of 4,614, with Chinese comprising 1.50%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (38.86%), Aust (35.74%), Irish (15.74%), Scottish (12.72%), Italian (4.68%).

Hamilton is approximately 167.4km from Sydney CBD, about 125 minutes by car or 175 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.