NSW · 2297

Tighes Hill

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Tighes Hill, NSW 2297.

Tighes Hill, NSW 2297

About Tighes Hill

Welcome to Tighes Hill

Tighe's Hill is a north-western suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales and was named after A.A.P. Tighe, an early resident, who in 1843 bought the estate. It is primarily a residential area, though it also includes the current Tighes Hill TAFE campus and a commercial area.

Market snapshot

Tighes Hill property market

Median price ranks #1,057 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 72%

Median sale price

$1.10m

House · 3 bed

Median rent

$780

per week

Gross rental yield

3.7%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$929k

Median

$1.10m

Premium

$1.48m

Days on market

29

Auction clearance

82%

Sold this year

25

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Compound growth +2.7% / yr over 4 yrs

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Tighes Hill by dwelling type.

House92%
Townhouse8%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Tighes Hill, NSW 2297.

Population

1,801

residents (2021)

Median age

36

years

Household income

$2,084

median, per week

Median rent

$400

per week

Median mortgage

$1,810

per month

Mortgage / income

20%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Tighes Hill

Government school catchment

Tighes Hill Public School

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Recent results

Recently sold in Tighes Hill

$1.38m

17 Margaret Street

house3 bd · 2 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$950k

47 Henry Street

house3 bd · 2 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$1m

10 Park Road

house4 bd · 2 ba · 2 car

Sold ~June 2026

$1.30m

25 Bryant Street

house1 ba · 2 car

Sold ~June 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

Explore the area

Properties & amenities in Tighes Hill

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Price map around Tighes Hill

Every listing for sale near Tighes Hill, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.

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Common questions

Tighes Hill suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Tighes Hill?

The median house price in Tighes Hill, NSW is $1.10m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 4.7%.

How much is rent in Tighes Hill?

The median weekly rent in Tighes Hill is around $780 per week.

Is Tighes Hill a good place to live?

Tighe's Hill is a north-western suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales and was named after A.A.P. Tighes Hill is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 1,801 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Tighes Hill?

Tighes Hill has a population of 1,801 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.

What schools are in Tighes Hill?

There is 1 school in or near Tighes Hill, including Tighes Hill Public School.

How long do homes take to sell in Tighes Hill?

Properties in Tighes Hill take around 29 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 82%.

How much do you need to buy in Tighes Hill?

Entry-level properties in Tighes Hill start around $929k, while premium homes reach $1.48m.

What suburbs are near Tighes Hill?

Suburbs near Tighes Hill include Mayfield East, Maryville, Carrington, Mayfield and Islington.