Greater Hume
Greater Hume is one of NSW's top-performing councils, ranking 19th of 128 and strongest on core operations.
"Southern NSW farming country — Holbrook submarine and rural charm"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 11,582
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
62 out of 100
#11 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#19 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 55/100 |
| Community Services | 50/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 51/100 |
| Core Operations | 90/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Greater Hume performs strongest in core service delivery (better than 90% of peers). Performance in community services is moderate at the 50th percentile among peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Southern NSW farming country — Holbrook submarine and rural charm
Greater Hume covers Holbrook, Culcairn, and farming communities along the Hume Highway.
Known For
- Holbrook — HMAS Otway submarine in the main street
- Hume Highway corridor
- Mixed farming country
- Woolpack Inn Museum
Living Here
Affordable country living along the highway. Albury-Wodonga provides services.
Hidden Gem
The Holbrook submarine — a full-sized submarine in a country town, 500km from the sea.