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Bella Vista

NSW 2153 • Greater Sydney

8,384
Population (2021)
$182,936
Median Household Income
3.80 km²
Area
$740/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbMulticulturalCorporate HubMetro-Connected

About Bella Vista

Bella Vista is a modern, affluent suburb in Sydney's Hills District, located 33 kilometres northwest of the CBD within The Hills Shire. With a population of around 8,400, it is one of the fastest-growing areas in northwestern Sydney. The suburb has a median age of 40, high household incomes, and a remarkably multicultural community, with major Chinese, Indian, and English heritage groups making up a cosmopolitan population.

The suburb is anchored by the Norwest Business Park, home to several multinational corporate headquarters, and offers excellent retail at Norwest Marketown and nearby Castle Towers. Bella Vista Farm Park preserves the area's colonial heritage, while modern parks and playgrounds cater to families. The opening of the Sydney Metro Northwest line has transformed the suburb's connectivity, making it highly attractive to professional families seeking space, good schools, and an easy commute to the city.

Bella Vista falls under postcode 2153 and is governed by The Hills Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kellyville electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2153
Urban Area
Baulkham Hills
LGA / Council
The Hills Shire
Federal Electorate
Mitchell
State Electorate
Kellyville
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 150.95°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.80 km²
Elevation
101m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Bella Vista for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$2.61M
80 sales · ▲ 7.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.41M
26 sales · ▲ 29.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$740
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,400
Avg Household Size
3.4 people
Median Age
40 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bella Vista Metro Station
0.8 km
10 mins
Kellyville Metro Station
2.2 km
27 mins
Norwest Metro Station
2.5 km
30 mins

Bus Services

  • 613 — Castle Hill via Norwest 15 mins
  • T70 — Parramatta via Seven Hills 35 mins
  • 607X — Macquarie Park via Norwest 25 mins

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
33 km
By Train
40-50 mins (Metro to Chatswood, then T1)
By Bus
55-70 mins
By Car (Peak)
50-75 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 mins

🛣️ Sydney Metro Northwest provides fast, frequent service; Norwest Business Park offers local employment reducing commute needs

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Metro station, business park, and retail centres within reach; suburban street layout requires some driving for daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    1 Circa Boulevarde Bella Vista 2153 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Bella Vista, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Bella Vista
Elizabeth Macarthur Drive, Bella Vista • SHR #00754

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the The Hills Shire Local Government Area, which contains Bella Vista. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
88.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.9%
Motor vehicle theft
50.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
119.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
11.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
103.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.4%
View all 62 offence types for The Hills Shire →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,837
Census 2021
8,384
▲ 7.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$43,784
Personal Income 2021
$56,212
▲ 28.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$56,212 / yr
$1081/wk
Household
$182,936 / yr
$3518/wk
Family
$176,436 / yr
$3393/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,063
Born Overseas 4,165

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 897
  • 2. China 728
  • 3. Sri Lanka 375
  • 4. Philippines 168
  • 5. England 159
  • 6. Hong Kong 141
  • 7. Malaysia 123
  • 8. Fiji 114
  • 9. South Korea 96
  • 10. Bangladesh 91

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,682
Indian 1,252
English 1,192
Australian 1,104
Irish 358
Scottish 281
Italian 272
Filipino 233
Lebanese 214
Greek 178

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,565
Both parents born in Australia
6,028
Both parents born overseas
611
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.7%
No Religion
23.4%
Hinduism
15.6%
Islam
5.4%
Buddhism
4.5%
Sikhism
4.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
362 (4.3%)
5-14 years
1,189 (14.2%)
15-19 years
573 (6.8%)
20-24 years
603 (7.2%)
25-34 years
810 (9.7%)
35-44 years
1,176 (14.0%)
45-54 years
1,229 (14.7%)
55-64 years
1,240 (14.8%)
65-74 years
848 (10.1%)
75-84 years
279 (3.3%)
85+ years
79 (0.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bella Vista known for? +

The suburb is anchored by the Norwest Business Park, home to several multinational corporate headquarters, and offers excellent retail at Norwest Marketown and nearby Castle Towers.

How far is Bella Vista from Sydney CBD? +

Bella Vista is approximately 33 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 50-75 mins in peak hour and 35-45 mins off-peak.

Does Bella Vista have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Bella Vista Metro Station (0.8 km away, approximately 10 mins walk) on the Sydney Metro Northwest. Bus services include 613, running to Castle Hill via Norwest in approximately 15 mins.

What is the population of Bella Vista? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bella Vista has a population of 8,384 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Bella Vista a good place to live? +

Bella Vista is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Bella Vista Farm Park preserves the area's colonial heritage, while modern parks and playgrounds cater to families.

What is the postcode for Bella Vista? +

The postcode for Bella Vista is 2153. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Bella Vista? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bella Vista is about $1,081 per week (around $56,200 per year). The median household income is $3,518 per week and the median family income is $3,393 per week.

What is the median house price in Bella Vista? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,613,000, up 7.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,412,500, up 29.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Bella Vista? +

The median age in Bella Vista is 40. The largest age group is 55–64 (1,240 residents, around 15%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bella Vista a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bella Vista is part of the The Hills Shire LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Bella Vista? +

In Bella Vista, the median weekly rent is $740, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,400 (2021 Census).