Hunters Hill
Hunters Hill ranks 65th of 128 overall in NSW, with sustainability the area most needing attention.
"Sydney's smallest council — heritage sandstone village on a harbour peninsula"
New South Wales · metro council · Pop. 14,062
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
51 out of 100
#18 of 34 metro councils in NSW
#65 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 36/100 |
| Community Services | 49/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 59/100 |
| Core Operations | 60/100 |
What This Means For You
Among metropolitan councils, Hunters Hill performs strongest in core service delivery (better than 60% of peers), with room to improve in financial sustainability (currently at the 36th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Sydney's smallest council — heritage sandstone village on a harbour peninsula
Hunter's Hill is tiny, wealthy, and fiercely protective of its heritage. The sandstone architecture and harbour setting make it one of Sydney's most beautiful residential areas.
Known For
- Heritage sandstone architecture
- Sydney's smallest LGA
- Harbour frontage and bushland
- Vienna Cottage and colonial heritage
Living Here
Hunter's Hill offers harbour village living at premium prices. It's beautiful, quiet, and heritage-rich. Very limited commercial activity — you go elsewhere for shopping and dining.
Hidden Gem
Kelly's Bush — a harbourside bushland reserve saved by the Green Ban movement in the 1970s, a landmark in Australian environmental history.