Suburb profile · Rest of NSW
Bellbird has an estimated 3,166 residents, up 35.4% since the 2021 Census, with 40 projects tracked in the area around Bellbird.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Bellbird is located 112 kilometres north from Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter, its population is estimated at around 3,166 as of Aug 2026. This is an increase of 828 people (35.4%) since the 2021 Census, when 2,338 people were recorded. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, alongside a notable mining employment base, elevated administrative employment, pronounced utilities employment presence, substantial representation of people aged 5 to 14yo, and a marked wholesale trade employment focus.
Residents have a comparatively young age profile, with a median age of 34, and the area is typically characterised by a lower education level. Its population shows moderate expansion patterns, and sales activity is exceptionally high relative to population size. The location where Cessnock is situated in NSW, Australia, is known for picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage and a thriving culinary scene.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Bellbird is located 112 kilometres north from Sydney CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter, its population is estimated at around 3,166 as of Aug 2026. This is an increase of 828 people (35.4%) since the 2021 Census, when 2,338 people were recorded. Development activity and population drivers are well above average, alongside a notable mining employment base, elevated administrative employment, pronounced utilities employment presence, substantial representation of people aged 5 to 14yo, and a marked wholesale trade employment focus.
Residents have a comparatively young age profile, with a median age of 34, and the area is typically characterised by a lower education level. Its population shows moderate expansion patterns, and sales activity is exceptionally high relative to population size. The location where Cessnock is situated in NSW, Australia, is known for picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage and a thriving culinary scene.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,856 in 2006 and 3,144 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,166 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 15.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.2%.
Bellbird ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 95th for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Bellbird is $560 a week, up 8.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 3% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.1%.
3% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $348 in 2017, $578 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Majesty Street, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $1,042,400 | 6 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 249 Mathieson Street, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $825,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 61 Kendall Street, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $685,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 26 Crossing Street, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $1,180,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/10 Waterfort Close, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $689,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 27 Sparke Street, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $600,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2/23 Crossing Street, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $685,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 4 Wyla Street, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $845,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 13 Balangara Way, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $850,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 17 Hetton Street, Bellbird NSW 2325 | $676,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 32 residential sales recorded since 6 May 2026 (the latest settled 6 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 32, houses and units together, was $822,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $825k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $683k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $822,500 | Median of the 32 most recent residential sales, settled 6 May 2026 to 6 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $578 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $470 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Lower Hunter | $588 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Lower Hunter, over 12 months | +7.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 116 tracked applications: 70 approved, 10 under assessment, 36 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 40 projects in and around Bellbird, 18 of them under construction.
Mount View Grange Estate is a 240 hectare masterplanned residential community in Bellbird, located within the Hunter Valley region of NSW. The project is designed to deliver approximately 1,681 home sites along with a 3.11 hectare town centre site catering to supermarket, specialty retail, and community spaces.
North Ridge Estate is a master planned residential community on the top of Bellbird Ridge in Cessnock, in the Hunter Valley. The estate is planned to deliver over 350 residential lots, with lot sizes typically ranging from around 450 m2 up to more than 2,000 m2, many with views over surrounding bushland and the Hunter Valley.
A 138 million dollar redevelopment delivering a new two-storey Acute Services Building. Features include an expanded Emergency Department, new operating theatres, day surgery spaces, two inpatient wards with ensuites, medical imaging, a Central Sterilising Services Department, and a modern pharmacy.
Major staged upgrade of approximately 4km of Wollombi Road between Abbotsford Street, Bellbird and Allandale Road, Cessnock. The project includes road duplication, intersection upgrades, new traffic signals, shared paths, stormwater and utility works, and improved public transport infrastructure.
Transformation of the underutilised Apex Park into a thriving community and tourism precinct serving as an iconic gateway to the Hunter Valley vineyards.
A boutique house and land estate in Cessnock set amongst scenic bushland and nearby Hunter Valley vineyards. Developed by Landlink Property Group, the estate offered land lots from 581m2 with proximity to the Hunter Expressway, Newcastle CBD (45 mins), and John Hunter Hospital (40 mins).
A thriving land lease community in the heart of Hunter Valley offering 165 architect-designed homes with resort-style facilities including heated outdoor swimming pool, clubhouse, gym, theatrette, bowling green, community garden, and sports pavilion. Features no entry fees, exit fees, or deferred management fees with residents keeping 100% of capital gains.
A 39.5 km controlled-access expressway linking the M1 Pacific Motorway near Seahampton/Cameron Park to the New England Highway near Branxton, bypassing Maitland and improving safety, connectivity and travel times across the Hunter region. Opened in March 2014 with an estimated cost of about AUD 1.7 billion.
A new public preschool is under construction at Weston Public School as part of the NSW Government's $769 million program to deliver 100 new public preschools co-located with public primary schools.
The KKLP consists of a 21km gas transmission pipeline and a 24km larger diameter serpentine pipeline functioning as a storage reservoir. It connects the Hunter Power Project in Kurri Kurri to the Sydney to Newcastle pipeline. The A$450 million project completed construction and commenced commissioning in 2025.
A multi-million dollar upgrade of Weston Bears Park, the home of Weston Bears Football Club, a Newcastle Premier League club founded in 1907. The project refurbished the existing grandstand into a new clubroom, canteen, office, and members' space, and delivered new team change rooms, referee facilities, a gym, and improved spectator amenities, along with a…
A masterplan to revitalise the Weston commercial centre through public domain improvements, enhanced pedestrian and cyclist connectivity, traffic calming, park upgrades, street tree planting, and heritage preservation.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 7, 2027 9, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 1. 4 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 116 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bellbird over the past 5 years, 98 in the last 12 months; 10 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 4, 2023 3, 2024 4, 2025 4, 2026 (to Oct) 98.
Key application 50 Tennant Street, Bellbird Mixed Use | $11m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 116 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 98 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 43.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 112 | ABS building approvals | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 70 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 10 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bellbird include: Mount View Grange (formerly Bellbird North Urban Release Area) (Construction); Carmichael Park Precinct Masterplan & Upgrades (Construction); Doyle and Tennant Street Bellbird Active Transport Footpath (Approved); 473 Lot Subdivision (254 Wollombi Road) (Pre-Approval); and Skyline Bellbird Heights (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bellbird spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Transport & Logistics, and Residential Development, among others.
The suburb of Bellbird ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Bellbird among the top 12% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Bellbird area has seen 270 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bellbird's current population of 3,166 has been supported by 112 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Bellbird has seen 43.1 approval per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 22 people in the suburb of Bellbird, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Bellbird's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 112, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bellbird has grown by approximately 841 people, while 561 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Bellbird are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,166 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +35.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 414 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 40th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +6.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,338 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 828 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +7.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +7.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7.66 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bellbird was estimated to be approximately 3,166 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,144 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Bellbird has added approximately 828 people and shown a 35.41% increase from the 2,338 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bellbird is estimated at 413 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bellbird has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.2% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bellbird is driven by: Interstate migration (60.0%), Overseas migration (40.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 60.0% of overall population gains.
Bellbird hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 22.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Bellbird at 35 years as at August 2026. That is up from the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Bellbird is 8 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Bellbird compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 15.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bellbird compared to the Regional NSW region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 8.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bellbird show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (0.4% vs 2.9%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 22.4% of the population in the suburb of Bellbird as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.3% of the population in the suburb of Bellbird as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $58,627 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 48th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $69,606 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,427 | 2021 Census, weekly | 30th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $643 | 2021 Census, weekly | 18th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,612 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bellbird is approximately $62,367. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $58,627.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bellbird is approximately $74,047. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $69,606.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bellbird is approximately $62,367 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,627 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bellbird is approximately $74,047 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,606 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Bellbird's households (~34.2% / 279 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Bellbird is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.2% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Bellbird is $1,427/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bellbird is $1,612/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bellbird is $643/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Bellbird is just below the national average, with the median assessed at $58,627 while the average income stands at $69,606. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $62,367 (median) and $74,047 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bellbird is $5,161 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Bellbird's disposable income is $5,161 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Bellbird shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.3% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 53.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,210 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,008 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,292 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bellbird has approximately 1,210 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.3%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Bellbird stands at 6.3%, which is 2.2 percentage points above Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Bellbird is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.1% of employment), retail trade (11.6%), and mining (10.2%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bellbird has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bellbird is 53.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Bellbird shows notable specialisation in mining, which employs 10.2% of the local workforce compared to 2.5% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 4.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The suburb of Bellbird's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 4.8% decline, ranking 33rd out of 37 regions nationally.
Bellbird faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 1st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 7.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 39.5% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 45.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
7.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bellbird have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
45.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bellbird have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The suburb of Bellbird ranks in the 8th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bellbird are: Certificate (39.5%), Advanced Diploma (7.7%), Bachelor Degree (5.1%).
28.3% of the population in the suburb of Bellbird is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.3% in primary school, 7.0% in secondary school, 2.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bellbird is 915, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Bellbird, with a combined enrollment of approximately 300 students.
The suburb of Bellbird includes 1 primary school.
Bellbird features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.0% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 20.1% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 816 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,105 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bellbird had 816 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 35.4% to an estimated 1,105 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Bellbird is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.8% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.0%), group households (2.8%), and other household types (0.4%).
Of the 627 family households, couples with children account for 30.6% of all households, couples without children at home 24.4%, and single parent families 20.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Bellbird shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 76.8% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 20.0% compared to 27.9% in Regional NSW. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Bellbird have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 42.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 39.2% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 20.0% of all households in the suburb of Bellbird, notably lower than the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.8% of households, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
The latest Census data sees Bellbird placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 6.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.6% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.5% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 93.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
Bellbird was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 93.8% of its population born in Australia, 93.5% being citizens, and 97.6% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Bellbird was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.8% of people in Bellbird. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 1.4% of the population, compared to 0.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bellbird are Australian, comprising 35.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional NSW's 30.0%, English, comprising 30.6% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 9.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 7.0% of Bellbird (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%) and French at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
6.2% of the suburb of Bellbird population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.4% of the population in the suburb of Bellbird speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
7.0% of the suburb of Bellbird population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
93.5% of the suburb of Bellbird population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bellbird is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 27.1% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 34th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.2% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $323 | 2021 Census, weekly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 67th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bellbird, 32.7% of homes are owned outright, 40.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 27.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.9% of dwellings in the suburb of Bellbird are houses.
In the suburb of Bellbird, 0.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bellbird stands at 32.7%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bellbird is $1,600, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bellbird is $1,022, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bellbird, households with mortgages typically spend 25.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bellbird is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bellbird shows mortgage holders spending 25.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 22.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bellbird consists of 91.9% detached houses, 7.7% semi-detached dwellings, 0.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bellbird consumes approximately 16.5% of median household income ($6,179 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bellbird show attached dwellings contributing 36% of approvals compared to 8% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 64% of applications versus 92% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Bellbird is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 52.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 61.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 66.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
Around 52.7% of people in the suburb of Bellbird are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the suburb of Bellbird, 8.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
10.2% of people in the suburb of Bellbird are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.0% of the suburb of Bellbird population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.4% of people in the suburb of Bellbird have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bellbird, 52.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 51 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 51st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 40 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 232 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 79 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 22 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 40 public transport stops within the suburb of Bellbird.
The suburb of Bellbird has 232 weekly trips across 22 routes, averaging 33 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 177 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 582 m away and the nearest school 825 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 40 stops nearby, 232 weekly trips, access rating 51 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 77 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 77th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 582 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 825 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 39 places in Bellbird, about 5.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Bellbird among the top 12% of areas assessed nationwide.
Bellbird has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 5% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Bellbird's affordable property market has recorded 129 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 72% residential and 28% vacant land transactions.
Population growth drivers in Bellbird are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Bellbird hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Bellbird shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Bellbird faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Bellbird features high concentrations of single parent families and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Bellbird placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bellbird is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
Health performance in Bellbird is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bellbird has an estimated 3,166 residents, up 35.4% since the 2021 Census, with 40 projects tracked in the area around Bellbird.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Bellbird.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL10268). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Bellbird from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Bellbird with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
