Officers from Hunter Valley Police District were called to Dartbrook Road at 6.30pm on Sunday, June 30, following reports a car left the road and hit a tree.

Tragically, they located a Ford Falcon well alight.

Fire and Rescue NSW extinguished the fire and a body was located in the driver's seat.

"Our inquiries are continuing," a spokesperson said on Monday.

"And, a report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner."