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Maison Dieu

NSW 2330 • New South Wales

175
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
31.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHunter ValleySemi-RuralQuiet
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About Maison Dieu

Maison Dieu is a rural locality within Singleton Council in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, situated in the hills to the west and south of Singleton township. Covering approximately 31 square kilometres at an elevation of around 138 metres, the locality has a population of roughly 175 residents and a median household income in the vicinity of $53,000. It takes its distinctive French name from historical land grants in the region and is part of the Hunter Valley excluding Newcastle statistical area.

The landscape around Maison Dieu is characterised by rural residential properties, horse paddocks, and small farms set against the backdrop of the Hunter Valley's rolling hills. The Singleton town centre is just minutes away and provides schools, supermarkets, medical facilities, and the full range of services expected of a regional hub. The broader Hunter Valley is renowned for its coal mining and wine industry, and Maison Dieu residents enjoy proximity to both the valley's infrastructure and its scenic vineyard country.

Maison Dieu falls under postcode 2330 and is governed by the Singleton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Macquarie, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Singleton
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.76°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
31.03 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2330

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2330, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$53,000
Median 2023–24
$61,393
▲ 15.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,264

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2330; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Singleton
5 km
60 min

Bus Services

  • Hunter Valley Buses — Singleton / Cessnock 10-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
Singleton station ~5 km away; train to Sydney Central approx. 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min - 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ New England Highway connects south to Sydney via Cessnock and the M1

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is needed for daily errands; Singleton town centre is the nearest service hub

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
175
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Singleton Local Government Area, which contains Maison Dieu. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
257.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.7%
Motor vehicle theft
280.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
390 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
11.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
View all 62 offence types for Singleton →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maison Dieu known for? +

Maison Dieu is known for its rural residential character on the outskirts of Singleton in the Hunter Valley. The French name reflects its historical land grant origins, and the area is part of the broader Hunter Valley wine and coal mining region.

How far is Maison Dieu from Sydney? +

Maison Dieu is approximately 200 kilometres north-west of Sydney, a drive of around 2 to 2.5 hours via the New England Highway and M1 Motorway.

Does Maison Dieu have public transport? +

Singleton railway station is approximately 5 kilometres away and offers limited Hunter Valley Line services to Sydney. Local Hunter Valley Buses also serve the area. However, a car is the most practical option for daily travel.

What is the population of Maison Dieu? +

According to the 2021 Census, Maison Dieu has a population of approximately 175 residents within a locality covering around 31 square kilometres on the outskirts of Singleton.

Is Maison Dieu a good place to live? +

Maison Dieu is well-suited to those who want a semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to Singleton's services and the broader Hunter Valley. It appeals to families, hobby farmers, and those working in Singleton's mining and services industries.

What is the postcode for Maison Dieu? +

The postcode for Maison Dieu, NSW is 2330, which it shares with Singleton and surrounding Hunter Valley localities.

Is Maison Dieu a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Maison Dieu is part of the Singleton LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.