Hillvue vs South Tamworth
The verdict
South Tamworth is more affordable, with a median house price of $523K versus $688K in Hillvue. Hillvue rates higher for education (36 vs 26). South Tamworth rates higher for transport (46 vs 0).
Scores
| Hillvue | South Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29 | 50 |
| Transport | 0 | 46 |
| Education | 36 | 26 |
| Liveability | 53 | 74 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Hillvue | South Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,528 | 6,621 |
| Median age | 42 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,701 | $1,029 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 26.1% | 14.3% |
| Born in Australia | 88.8% | 81.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.2 |
Growth: Hillvue Stable · South Tamworth Stable
Property
| Hillvue | South Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $688K | $523K |
| Median unit price | $510K | $335K |
| House price YoY | 10.8% | 36.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $520 | $520 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.6% | 4.6% |
| Days on market (house) | 45 | 38 |
Median price history
Safety
| Hillvue | South Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 8 | 5 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 950 | 1,828 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 506 | 423 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 812 | 2,900 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,123 | 21,281 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Hillvue | South Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 6 |
| Government | 1 | 4 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 829 | 853 |
See the full school list on each profile: Hillvue · South Tamworth
Transport
| Hillvue | South Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 0 | 46 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 5.0 km | 3.0 km |
Liveability
| Hillvue | South Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 32.0°C | 32.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 16.5°C | 16.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 670 | 670 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 5 | 4 |
| Parks | 22 | 15 |
| Playgrounds | 6 | 3 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 183.7 km | 184.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 306.4 km | 308.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 6.3 km | 4.2 km |
Population & growth
| Hillvue | South Tamworth | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,528 | 6,621 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,850 | 6,948 |
| Projected 2041 | 7,164 | 7,266 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.21% | 1.21% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Hillvue or South Tamworth?
Hillvue has the higher residential safety score (Hillvue 8/100 vs South Tamworth 5/100).
Which is more affordable, Hillvue or South Tamworth?
South Tamworth is more affordable, with a median house price of $523K versus $688K.
Which has better schools, Hillvue or South Tamworth?
South Tamworth has a higher average school ICSEA (Hillvue 829 vs South Tamworth 853; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Hillvue or South Tamworth?
South Tamworth has the higher transport score (Hillvue 0/100 vs South Tamworth 46/100).
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