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McDougalls Hill

NSW 2330 • New South Wales

131
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
3.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCommuter BeltAgriculturalAffordable

About McDougalls Hill

McDougalls Hill is a small rural locality situated near Singleton in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, within the Singleton Local Government Area. Covering approximately 3.2 square kilometres, the locality has a population of around 131 residents and sits in the broader Hunter coalfields and wine country district. Its median household income is relatively strong compared to nearby rural localities, reflecting the influence of the coal mining and resources industry prominent throughout the Singleton area.

Residents of McDougalls Hill have easy access to Singleton, the major service centre for the Upper Hunter Valley, which provides schools, hospitals, supermarkets, and a range of shops and services. The broader region is renowned for its Hunter Valley wineries, the New England Highway, and the scenic Upper Hunter countryside. Those who live in McDougalls Hill are typically connected to the resources or agricultural sectors, and enjoy the space and rural character while remaining close to Singleton's urban conveniences.

McDougalls Hill falls under postcode 2330 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
2330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.76°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.17 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Singleton
6 km
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Bus Services

  • Local Singleton services — Singleton Town Centre Approx. 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
195 km
By Train
Approx. 2 hr 30 min - 3 hr from Singleton Station (Hunter Valley Line)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min - 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ New England Highway and New England Hwy/Pacific Motorway route to Sydney; most workers commute locally within Hunter Valley

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is required for all daily needs; Singleton provides all services within a short drive

🛒 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 McDougalls Hill by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View McDougalls Hill Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
131
▲ 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 McDougalls Hill known for? +

McDougalls Hill is a quiet rural locality near Singleton in the Hunter Valley. The area is part of the Hunter coalfields district and is close to the world-famous Hunter Valley wine region, with numerous vineyards and cellar doors within easy reach.

How far is McDougalls Hill from Sydney? +

McDougalls Hill is approximately 195 kilometres north-west of Sydney, roughly a 2.5-hour drive via the New England Highway.

Does McDougalls Hill have public transport? +

McDougalls Hill itself has limited public transport, but is close to Singleton (approximately 6 km away) which has a train station on the Hunter Valley Line with services to Sydney. Most residents use private vehicles for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of McDougalls Hill? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 131 residents in McDougalls Hill, reflecting its character as a small rural locality within the Singleton Council area.

Is McDougalls Hill a good place to live? +

McDougalls Hill offers a rural lifestyle close to Singleton's services and the Hunter Valley's famous wine country. It suits those working in the resources or agricultural sectors, or anyone who values quiet rural living within reasonable distance of a regional centre.

What is the postcode for McDougalls Hill? +

The postcode for McDougalls Hill is 2330, shared with Singleton and a number of localities in the Hunter Valley region.