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Hamilton Valley
AlburyNew South Wales
Population 566 (2016 census)
LGA(s) City of Albury
State electorate(s) Albury
Federal Division(s) Farrer
Suburbs around Hamilton Valley:
Table Top/Ettamogah Table Top/Ettamogah Springdale Heights
Splitters Creek Hamilton Valley Lavington
Splitters Creek Glenroy North Albury

Hamilton Valley is a suburb located near the city of Albury, New South Wales. It sits to the north-west of Albury's main city area and west of the suburb of Lavington. In 2016, around 566 people were counted as living in the Hamilton Valley area. However, the actual population of the suburb itself was likely closer to 450 people.

Hamilton Valley is nestled in a natural valley. This valley helps separate two mountain ranges, the Nail Can Hill and Black Ranges. The suburb is surrounded by other areas. To the north, you'll find Table Top/Ettamogah. Lavington is to the east, and Splitters Creek is to the west. To the south lies Glenroy.

About Hamilton Valley

Hamilton Valley is known for a few local spots. These include the Panthers Lavington Sports Club, a place for sports and activities. There is also the Glenmorus Gardens Cemetery and Crematorium in the area.

Geography and Landscape

Hamilton Valley is a growing residential suburb. This means more homes are being built there. However, it still has many large rural areas with open spaces. The valley is part of a branch of the Bungambrawatha Creek. This creek flows out towards Jindera.

The suburb's boundaries are defined by several roads and neighboring areas. Urana Road and Reservoir Road form parts of its eastern border. Glenroy is to the south, and Splitters Creek is to the west.

Sports in Hamilton Valley

Hamilton Valley is home to an important sports venue. This is the Lavington Sports Ground. It is the main playing field for the Lavington Panthers Football Club. Many local sports events and games take place here.

Who Lives Here?

In 2016, the population of Hamilton Valley was 566 people. It's important to know that this number included a slightly larger area than just the suburb itself. The most common religious group was Catholic, followed by Anglican. The average income for households in Hamilton Valley was $1,472 per week. This was a bit higher than the average for all of Australia, which was $1,438. The average age of people living in Hamilton Valley was 31 years old.

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