It contains a few small shops and buildings, such as the court house, many of them dating back to convict times.

The Clyde River flows through from north to south after forming a small part of the northern boundary.

[11] Hamilton has an oceanic climate (Köppen: Cfb), with mild, dry summers and cool, somewhat damp winters.

Due to its inland location and being downwind of the Central Highlands, midsummer freezes have been recorded, while foehn winds occur (primarily in summer).

[12] Climate data are sourced from Ouse (Fire Station), a town 20 km (12 mi) southeast of Hamilton.