Estate Profile: Wallis Creek

by
Emma
 26/10/2023
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Wallis Creek is built on the belief that a community with strong connections is the foundation for a happy home. The best of the Hunter lifestyle is at your doorstep when calling Wallis Creek South your home.

LOCATION

Located in the Lower Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, Wallis Creek is located approximately 30km south-west of Newcastle and 10km north-west of Cessnock. Wallis Creek is bounded by the Hunter River to the east, the Watagan Mountains to the west, and the suburbs of Mulbring and Gillieston Heights to the north and south, respectively.

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EDUCATION

Gillieston Public school is located nearby, catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Secondary schools are located only a short distance away in neighbouring suburbs, Cessnock or Maitland.
There are also a number of private schools located within a short drive of Wallis Creek, including:

  • Hunter Valley Grammar School
  • St Patrick's College Maitland
  • Maitland Grossmann High School
  • St Joseph's College Cessnock

PARKS AND RECREATION

Wallis Creek is well-served by parks and recreation facilities. The suburb has a number of playgrounds, including the Wallis Creek Community Playground, which is a popular spot for families.
Other recreational facilities in Wallis Creek include:

  • Wallis Creek Sportsground
  • Wallis Creek Walking and Cycling Trail
  • Hunter River Walk
  • Watagan Mountains National Park

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Retail and Lifestyle

Located in the suburb is a small shopping centre, which includes a supermarket, butcher, bakery, and chemist. There are also a number of cafes and restaurants in the suburb.
For a wider range of retail and lifestyle options, residents of Wallis Creek can travel to Cessnock or Maitland, which are both within a short drive of the suburb.

TRANSPORT

Wallis Creek is serviced by a number of bus routes, which connect the suburb to Cessnock, Maitland, and Newcastle. The suburb is also close to the Hunter Expressway, which provides easy access to Newcastle and Sydney.