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Mindaribba

NSW 2320 • New South Wales

97
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralHeritageLeafy
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About Mindaribba

Mindaribba is a small rural locality in the City of Maitland local government area, situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales approximately 9 kilometres north of the Maitland city centre. The locality lies on the eastern side of the Hunter River and covers around 24.5 square kilometres of gently undulating river flats and farming land typical of the lower Paterson Valley. With a 2021 Census population of 97, Mindaribba is a sparsely settled area characterised by large lifestyle and rural properties that command premium prices given their proximity to both Maitland and the Hunter Valley wine region.

Mindaribba is home to the heritage-listed Mindaribba Estate, a notable rural property in the area, and is located close to Tocal Agricultural College — one of Australia's leading agricultural training institutions — set on a 2,200-hectare property at the junction of the Paterson River and Webbers Creek. The locality benefits from good transport access via Mindaribba railway station on the NSW TrainLink Hunter Line, providing connections to Maitland and Newcastle. Residents enjoy the peaceful rural character of the Paterson Valley while being within easy reach of Maitland's shops, services, and schools, as well as the restaurants and wineries of the Hunter Valley wine country.

Mindaribba falls under postcode 2320 and is governed by the Maitland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Paterson, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2320
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Maitland
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.74°, 151.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.51 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2320

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2320, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,410
Median 2023–24
$62,015
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,913

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2320; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mindaribba
1.5 km
18 min
Maitland
9 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Maitland approx. 20-30 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
approx. 50-60 min from Mindaribba station via Hunter Line to Newcastle
By Car (Peak)
50 min – 1 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 – 55 min

🛣️ Mindaribba has its own railway station; Maitland is approximately 9km south for a wider range of services and connections

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is required for nearly all daily needs; the locality has no walkable commercial services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
97
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
291.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.4%
Motor vehicle theft
302.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.5%
Non-DV assault
461.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
11.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
489 / 100k
2yr Down 15.6% 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Maitland →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mindaribba known for? +

Mindaribba is known for its picturesque rural setting in the lower Paterson Valley, the heritage-listed Mindaribba Estate, and its proximity to Tocal Agricultural College — one of Australia's foremost agricultural training institutions set on a 2,200-hectare river flats property.

How far is Mindaribba from Maitland? +

Mindaribba is approximately 9 kilometres north of Maitland's city centre, a drive of around 10–15 minutes via local roads.

Does Mindaribba have public transport? +

Mindaribba has its own railway station on the NSW TrainLink Hunter Line, providing train services between Newcastle and Dungog. This gives residents a useful connection to Maitland and Newcastle without requiring a car for rail travel.

What is the population of Mindaribba? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mindaribba has a population of 97 residents across approximately 34 dwellings, reflecting its character as a small rural locality on the outskirts of greater Maitland.

Is Mindaribba a good place to live? +

Mindaribba offers a rare combination of peaceful rural lifestyle and good transport access, with its own railway station and proximity to Maitland's services. It suits buyers seeking large-block rural properties within commuting distance of the Hunter's major centres.

What is the postcode for Mindaribba? +

The postcode for Mindaribba, NSW is 2320, shared with Maitland and surrounding Hunter Valley localities.

Is Mindaribba a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mindaribba is part of the Maitland 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.