Gillieston Heights

Gillieston Heights is a rapidly expanding suburb located just 5km from Maitland in the Hunter Region.

Originally a small mining village, the area has experienced significant residential growth in recent years with several new housing developments.

The suburb has a population of nearly 4,800 people and continues to grow as new estates attract young families and first-home buyers. Most residents are Australian-born, and the community is characterised by a relatively young population and family households.

Gillieston Heights offers a family-friendly lifestyle with modern housing, parks and open spaces. Its close proximity to Maitland and convenient access to Newcastle make it a popular choice for those seeking an affordable home in a growing community.

Suburb Stats

Median Price

$840,000

12 Month Growth

Up 13.5%

Houses Sold

128 in the past 12 months

Median DOM

23 Days

Schools & Transport in Gillieston Heights

Gillieston Primary School

Primary School

K-6

Maitland East Primary School

Primary School

K-6

Maitland Primary School

Primary School

K-6

Telarah Primary School

Primary School

K-6

Weston Primary School

Primary School

K-6

Kurri Kurri High School

Co-Ed High School

7-12

Maitland Grossmann High School

Co-Ed High School

7-12

RutherfordHS

Co-Ed High School

7-12

Only intake zones which intersect with the official locality boundary of Gillieston Heights are listed. Zones may only partially cover the suburb. Source: School intake zones for NSW government schools

The Heights Learning Community

Primary

Pri

 Only schools independent schools within the official locality boundary of Gillieston Heights are listed. Source: Acara Australian Schools