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"
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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 Operations (scoring 60 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Sustainability (currently 36 out of 100).
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.