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Windella

NSW 2320 • New South Wales

845
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
3.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyAffordableCommuter Belt

About Windella

Windella is a growing residential locality in the City of Maitland, situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, approximately 176 kilometres north of Sydney and 10 kilometres north-west of Maitland city centre. The suburb lies immediately north of the New England Highway, adjacent to Maitland Airport, and sits between the localities of Lochinvar and Rutherford. With a population of around 845 residents, Windella has attracted families and first-home buyers drawn to its affordable land releases and proximity to Maitland's expanding services.

Windella offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle with convenient access to the facilities of Maitland, including the Hunter Street retail precinct, Stockland Green Hills shopping centre, and a range of primary and secondary schools. The nearby Hunter Expressway and New England Highway provide good road connections to Newcastle, around 44 kilometres to the south-east, and to the Upper Hunter wine country. The suburb suits those seeking a relaxed outer-suburban lifestyle with easy access to both Maitland and Newcastle.

Windella falls under postcode 2320 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland Station (~10 km)
10 km
N/A - car required

Bus Services

  • Hunter Valley Buses regional services — Maitland / Cessnock 15-25 min to Maitland

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
176 km
By Train
No direct rail. Drive to Maitland station (~10 km) then train to Sydney (~2h 30min)
By Car (Peak)
2h 15min to 2h 45min to Sydney CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 55min to 2h 15min

🛣️ Newcastle CBD is ~44 km away (30-45 min by car). Hunter Expressway provides fast access to Newcastle.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Windella has limited local amenities; a car is essential for shopping, school runs, and daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Windella by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Windella Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Windella" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
845
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Windella known for? +

Windella is known as a growing residential locality in the City of Maitland, attracting families and first-home buyers with its affordable land releases and convenient access to the New England Highway and Maitland Airport.

How far is Windella from Sydney? +

Windella is approximately 176 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, making it roughly a 2-hour drive via the Hunter Expressway and Pacific Motorway. Newcastle CBD is around 44 kilometres to the south-east.

Does Windella have public transport? +

Windella has limited public transport options. Regional bus services connect to Maitland, and for rail travel, the nearest station is Maitland (approximately 10 km away) on the Hunter Valley line to Sydney.

What is the population of Windella? +

Windella has a population of approximately 845 residents according to recent estimates, and has grown steadily as new residential estates have been developed in the area.

Is Windella a good place to live? +

Windella suits families and buyers looking for affordable housing in the Hunter Region. It offers a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere with good road connections to Maitland and Newcastle, though it is quite car-dependent for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Windella? +

The postcode for Windella is 2320, shared with Maitland and several surrounding localities in the City of Maitland.