Hilltops
Hilltops ranks 84th of 128 overall in NSW, with sustainability the area most needing attention.
"Cherry capital and cool-climate wine — Young, Harden, and Boorowa"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 19,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
47 out of 100
#49 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#84 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 35/100 |
| Community Services | 58/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 47/100 |
| Core Operations | 47/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Hilltops performs strongest in community services (better than 58% of peers), with room to improve in financial sustainability (currently at the 35th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Cherry capital and cool-climate wine — Young, Harden, and Boorowa
Hilltops covers Young (the cherry capital), Harden, and Boorowa in the southwest slopes of NSW.
Known For
- Young — National Cherry Festival
- Hilltops wine region — cool-climate excellence
- Cherry orchards and stone fruit
- Heritage farming communities
Living Here
Hilltops offers affordable rural living with growing food and wine credentials. Young has solid services.
Hidden Gem
The Hilltops wine region — increasingly acclaimed cool-climate wines that are still affordable at cellar door.