Scone Surrounds, NSW 2645
Regional Hunter Valley living — room to breathe, without leaving the essentials behind.
- Small-town feel
- $250/wk Median
- 19.9% Renters
Scone Surrounds Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.2k
- Median age
- 44
- Median weekly rent
- $250
- To the CBD
- 97.6km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Scone Surrounds Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
For renters after room to move without leaving the Hunter Valley region altogether, Scone Surrounds is a regular first stop. It's a close-knit community of 8,194, with the kind of local pace that's hard to find closer to the centre.
Around Scone Surrounds
Scone Surrounds Railway Precinct
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Scone Surrounds Showgrounds
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Scone Surrounds
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Scone Surrounds
Real questions renters ask before moving to Scone Surrounds.
What's the community like in Scone Surrounds?
Scone Surrounds has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 8,194, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How much does it cost to rent in Scone Surrounds?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Scone Surrounds is $250. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $250 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
How far is Scone Surrounds from the Hunter Valley CBD?
Scone Surrounds is approximately 106km from the Hunter Valley CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 116-131 minutes.
Is Scone Surrounds a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Scone Surrounds has a 19.9% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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