Forming part of the Macarthur region of New South Wales, Wilton is a developing, rural suburb, well known for its proximity to the Cataract Dam and the heritage-listed, Wilton Park. Situated approximately 80km southwest of the Sydney CBD, this up-and-coming town boasts an attractive mix of contemporary suburban dwellings and acreage bushland homes. Retaining it’s idyllic, country feel in the wake of ongoing expansion, the suburb has proven especially popular with young families and retirees seeking to lay their roots in a homely and expanding town. Check out our comprehensive guide below…
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The Neighbours
The age distribution of the suburb is skewed towards a slightly younger population at present, with recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics listing the median age of residents as 32 years. Of the approximate 3,500 residents, children aged 0-14 comprise 26.9%, while young people aged 15-29 account for 18.1% of the population. With the area’s ongoing residential development, it is anticipated that young families and professionals chasing larger, yet more affordable homes will continue to flock to the area.
The Commute
The suburb is largely serviced by Picton Road, which connects the area to Wollongong and the Sydney CBD via the Hume Motorway. While travel via this route is an approximately 67-minute journey, transport via rail from the local station averages an only slightly longer 94 minutes.
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The School Run
Wilton and its adjacent suburbs host a variety of highly regarded public and private schools, including Blakeview Primary School and Mark Oliphant College. Bingara Gorge Community Preschool, along with a number of other early learning and childcare facilities, is conveniently located within the vicinity of the major school and shopping districts. Travel to the University of Wollongong is only a short 25-minute journey, while the Wollongong campus of TAFE NSW is similarly close.
Shopping For The Family
Residents have access to the smaller local stores of Wilton Plaza and also the larger selection of retail, business and civic facilities offered at provides at Picton Mall and Tahmoor Town Centre. Wollongong Central and Crown Street Mall are both less than 25 minutes away and provide a more unique mix of boutique and popular chain stores, alongside a wide variety of casual and fine-dining options.
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What’s Going On in WIlton?
As a developing rural town with a strong focus on community, Wilton and its neighbouring suburbs offer various leisure pursuits to accommodate an active lifestyle. One such popular attraction is Mount Annan’s Australian Botanic Garden, which provides themed gardens, the Federation Flower Maze, a number of walking tracks, plus bbq and picnic facilities. This scenic spot is a relaxing space away from the fast pace of contemporary life and offers plenty of open space for the kids to let loose and enjoy nature at its finest! The nearby Cobbity Village Markets allows Wilton residents to experience true country living, with over 150 stalls showcasing arts, crafts, gifts, plants, fresh local produce, baked goods and so much more. With free entertainment, an animal farm and face painting for the kids, there’s something on offer for everyone.
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