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Windermere

NSW 2321 • New South Wales

64
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.10 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietSemi-Rural

About Windermere

Windermere is a small rural locality in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, situated approximately 10 kilometres north of Cessnock in the Cessnock City Council area. Covering around 9 square kilometres, the locality is set amid the vineyards and agricultural land that characterise the northern edge of the Hunter wine region. With a population of around 64 residents, Windermere is a quiet semi-rural community on the fringe of the renowned Pokolbin wine district.

The area benefits from its proximity to the Hunter Valley wine estates, with boutique wineries, cellar doors, and restaurants a short drive away in Pokolbin and Cessnock. Cessnock itself offers schools, a hospital, supermarkets, and bus services connecting to the broader Newcastle region. Windermere attracts those who value the Hunter Valley wine country lifestyle, with its rolling vineyards and rural outlook combined with the convenience of Cessnock's services.

Windermere falls under postcode 2321 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
2321
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Paterson
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.66°, 151.68°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.10 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maitland Station
20 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited services via Cessnock — Newcastle Interchange 45-60 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
155 km
By Train
Drive to Maitland Station, then NSW TrainLink to Central (~2 hrs 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Hunter Expressway and Pacific Motorway provide access to Newcastle and Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Windermere is a rural locality with no local shops; a car is needed for all daily needs with Cessnock as the nearest service centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
64
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Windermere known for? +

Windermere is a quiet rural locality near Cessnock on the northern edge of the Hunter wine region, close to the Pokolbin vineyards and Hunter Valley wine estates.

How far is Windermere from Cessnock? +

Windermere is approximately 10 kilometres north of Cessnock, a drive of around 10-15 minutes.

Does Windermere have public transport? +

Public transport is very limited in Windermere. Bus services connect through Cessnock, and the nearest train station is at Maitland, approximately 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of Windermere? +

According to the 2021 Census, Windermere has a population of approximately 64 residents.

Is Windermere a good place to live? +

Windermere suits those drawn to the Hunter Valley wine country lifestyle, with Cessnock's services nearby and the famous Pokolbin wine estates a short drive away.

What is the postcode for Windermere? +

The postcode for Windermere, NSW is 2321.