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Hillvue

NSW 2340 • Rest of NSW

6,528
Population (2021)
$88,452
Median Household Income
11.76 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableRural

About Hillvue

Hillvue is a largely residential suburb of Tamworth, New South Wales, located south of South Tamworth along the New England Highway. With a population of around 6,500 residents, it is one of the most populous areas within the Tamworth Regional Council. The suburb sits in the heart of Australia's Country Music Capital and is home to iconic landmarks including the Golden Guitar, the Roll of Renown, and the Tamworth Regional Entertainment Centre.

Hillvue offers convenient access to everyday amenities via the Longyard Shopping precinct, as well as prime entertainment and event venues including the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre. The suburb has a strong community identity shaped by its proximity to the annual Tamworth Country Music Festival, which draws visitors from across Australia. Families, tradies, and long-term residents are drawn to Hillvue's affordable housing and the vibrant regional city lifestyle that Tamworth provides.

Hillvue falls under postcode 2340 and is governed by Tamworth Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2340
Urban Area
Tamworth
LGA / Council
Tamworth Regional
Federal Electorate
New England
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.13°, 150.91°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
11.76 km²
Elevation
416m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Hillvue for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$680K
161 sales · ▲ 10.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.4%

29 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Various Tamworth Transit routes — Tamworth CBD 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
450 km
By Train
N/A – regional location
By Car (Peak)
approx. 4.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 4.5 hrs

🛣️ Hillvue is within the Tamworth urban area; the nearest intercity rail is Tamworth Station on the Main North line.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car; the Longyard shopping precinct is accessible by local transit

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Tamworth Regional Local Government Area, which contains Hillvue. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
643.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
332.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
713.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
535.6 / 100k
2yr Up 48.9% 10yr Down 1.9%
View all 62 offence types for Tamworth Regional →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,391
Census 2021
6,528
▲ 2.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,180
Personal Income 2021
$43,628
▲ 17.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$43,628 / yr
$839/wk
Household
$88,452 / yr
$1701/wk
Family
$102,804 / yr
$1977/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,794
Born Overseas 459

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 62
  • 2. New Zealand 41
  • 3. India 39
  • 4. Taiwan 35
  • 5. China 28
  • 6. Vietnam 24
  • 7. South Africa 18
  • 8. Philippines 17
  • 9. Fiji 14
  • 10. United States 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,904
English 2,717
Irish 796
Australian Aboriginal 756
Scottish 594
German 275
Chinese 96
Italian 86
Indian 48
Dutch 44

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,334
Both parents born in Australia
521
Both parents born overseas
396
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.9%
No Religion
29.1%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
319 (4.9%)
5-14 years
893 (13.7%)
15-19 years
446 (6.8%)
20-24 years
352 (5.4%)
25-34 years
735 (11.3%)
35-44 years
679 (10.4%)
45-54 years
805 (12.3%)
55-64 years
919 (14.1%)
65-74 years
791 (12.1%)
75-84 years
472 (7.2%)
85+ years
126 (1.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hillvue known for? +

Hillvue is known for being home to the Golden Guitar, the Roll of Renown, and the Tamworth Regional Entertainment Centre — iconic landmarks of the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

Is Hillvue a good suburb to live in? +

Yes, Hillvue is popular with families and working residents thanks to its affordable housing, local schools, and convenient proximity to Tamworth's shops and services.

What LGA is Hillvue in? +

Hillvue is part of the Tamworth Regional Council local government area in north-western New South Wales.

What schools are in Hillvue? +

Hillvue Public School is the main primary school in the suburb, serving students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Secondary students generally attend schools in nearby South Tamworth or the broader Tamworth area.

What is the average income in Hillvue? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Hillvue is about $839 per week (around $43,600 per year). The median household income is $1,701 per week and the median family income is $1,977 per week.

What is the median house price in Hillvue? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $680,000, up 10.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Hillvue? +

The median age in Hillvue is 42. The largest age group is 55–64 (919 residents, around 14%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Hillvue a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hillvue is part of the Tamworth Regional LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of Hillvue? +

Hillvue had a population of 6,528 at the 2021 Census, up 2.1% from 6,391 in 2016.

How much is rent in Hillvue? +

In Hillvue, the median weekly rent is $350, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).