[3] Skyline landmarks include Dinsdale water reservoir, the adjacent Newcastle reservoir,[4] one of the largest in the city holding 21,000 m3 (740,000 cu ft),[5] and a block of gum trees.

[citation needed] Google Earth maps highlight the area as the most clearly defined block to Hamilton's west.

[citation needed] Situated as it is to the west of the ridge on the city's boundary, the suburb is a little exposed to wind but the views are good.

In the 2018 census the new area of Western Heights (Hamilton City) was created from parts of Brymer, Norton and Dinsdale North.

Although some people chose not to answer the census's question about religious affiliation, 42.8% had no religion, 38.1% were Christian, 0.5% had Māori religious beliefs, 4.8% were Hindu, 1.9% were Muslim, 1.5% were Buddhist and 3.6% had other religions.