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Heddon Greta, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Heddon Greta is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,025. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,025 Population 1,028/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$30,657 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$30,657 median income, 3.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$236,600 home value, $1,183/mo rent

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About Heddon Greta

Heddon Greta is a suburb of the Cessnock LGA in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. At the 2016 census, its population was 2,047. It lies mainly to the north of the Hunter Expressway.

People

Population2,025
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1,028/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,657
Per Capita$30,657
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

C
Home Value$236,600
Rent$1,183
Ownership74.1%
Housing Units810

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population2,025
Population Density1,028 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-32.8020°, 151.5133°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,657
Median Age33.0 years

About Heddon Greta

Heddon Greta is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,025. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Heddon Greta has a population of 2,025 with a density of 1,028 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,025
Total Population
1,028
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Heddon Greta vs Australia Average

The median household income in Heddon Greta is $30,657, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,657 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $590, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 192 business establishments.

Income: Heddon Greta vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,657
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,657
Avg Weekly Wage$590

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)192

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Heddon Greta is $236,600, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 74.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 810 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,600
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.1%
Owner-Occupied74.1%
Renter-Occupied25.9%
Housing Units810

Property Tax

Climate in Heddon Greta

Heddon Greta has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.5°C / 76°F 17.7° / 31.4° 48.2
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 17.1° / 29.7° 111.9
Mar 21.5°C / 71°F 15.3° / 27.6° 88.5
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 11.1° / 24.5° 61.3
May 14.1°C / 57°F 7.2° / 21° 41.1
Jun 12°C / 54°F 6.1° / 17.9° 73.1
Jul 11°C / 52°F 4.3° / 17.6° 35.7
Aug 11.9°C / 53°F 4.2° / 19.6° 28.9
Sep 15.1°C / 59°F 7.4° / 22.8° 36.1
Oct 17.9°C / 64°F 10.2° / 25.6° 51.9
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.5° 80.5
Dec 22.5°C / 73°F 15.7° / 29.3° 84.0
Heddon Greta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Coordinates-32.8020°N, 151.5133°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.57"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 32 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 44 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 86 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 89 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 91 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 83 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 98 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 72 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 78 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 77 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 79 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 69 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 77 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.3 in
February 74°F (23°C) 4.2 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
August 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.0 in

Heddon Greta has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in June to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Heddon Greta

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Heddon Greta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Court House Museum
Luskintyre Aviation Museum
Maitland Regional Museum
Morpeth Museum
Paterson Rail Motor Society
Poppethead
Richmond Vale Railway Museum
Sketchley Pioneer Cottage
Tomago House
Wallsend District Hospital
Wirraway Aviation Museum

Libraries in Heddon Greta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Adamstown Library0.0
Auchmuty Library0.0
Belmont Library0.0
Beresfield Library0.0
Cardiff Library0.0
Cessnock City Library0.0
Charlestown Library0.0
East Maitland Library0.0
Edgeworth Library0.0
Hamilton Library0.0
Kurri Kurri Library0.0
Lambton Library0.0
Maitland City Library0.0
Mayfield Library0.0
New Lambton Library0.0
Raymond Terrace Library0.0
Redhead Library0.0
Rutherford Library0.0
Speers Point Library0.0
Student Hub0.0
Sugar Valley Library Museum0.0
Thornton Library0.0
Toronto Library0.0
Wallsend District Library0.0
Windale Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Heddon Greta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Newcastle Farmer's Market
Newcastle Farmer's Market

Restaurants in Heddon Greta

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

May & Seng Chinese Take-Away

Cinemas in Heddon Greta

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heddon Greta Drive In

Gas Stations in Heddon Greta

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Metro
Puma

Golf Courses in Heddon Greta

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kurri Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Heddon Greta

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Heddon Greta

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra Airfield—Small Airport
Dr Fox Airstrip—Small Airport
Elderslie Airport—Small Airport
Gloucester Airport—Small Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre Airfield—Small Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstrip—Small Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
Strowan—Small Airport
Warkworth Airport—Small Airport
Warnervale Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Heddon Greta

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Adamstown Clinic
CSCAN Radiology
Hunter Imaging
ihear
Laverty Pathology
Laverty Pathology
Marie Stopes Newcastle
Mayfield Podiatry
Newcastle Muscle Therapy
Small Talk Speech Therapy
Stevensons Chiropractic Clinic
Vamp

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Heddon Greta

What is the population of Heddon Greta?

Heddon Greta has a population of 2,025 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,028 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Heddon Greta expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,657, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Heddon Greta?

Heddon Greta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Heddon Greta?

Heddon Greta has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $590. There are 192 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Heddon Greta?

The median home value in Heddon Greta is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 74.1%.

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