Scone, NSW 2918
Quiet streets and a genuine community feel, a short drive from Hunter Valley's centre.
- Small-town feel
- $290/wk Median
- 29.8% Renters
Scone Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $290
- To the CBD
- 92.5km
- Walkability
- 1.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Scone Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Signature Spotlight
Community & Space
For renters after room to move without leaving the Hunter Valley region altogether, Scone is a regular first stop. It's a close-knit community of 6,035, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around Scone
Scone Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Scone Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Scone
Real questions renters ask before moving to Scone.
How far is Scone from the Hunter Valley CBD?
Scone is approximately 88km from the Hunter Valley CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Scone a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Scone has a 29.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is Scone family-friendly for renters?
Scone has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $290/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Hunter Valley.
Is Scone walkable?
Scone carries a walkability score of 1.1/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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