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Bellbird Heights

NSW 2325 • New South Wales

805
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableWine CountryQuiet
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About Bellbird Heights

Bellbird Heights is a small residential suburb in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales, adjoining the township of Cessnock approximately 120 kilometres north of Sydney in the Cessnock City Council area. Covering less than half a square kilometre, the suburb is one of the most compact localities in the Hunter region, with a population of 805 according to the 2021 Census. The median household income of around 4,900 reflects the broader Cessnock working-class community, which has historically been centred on coal mining and viticulture.

Bellbird Heights sits on the edge of the Hunter Valley wine country, with the celebrated Pokolbin wine region and its world-famous cellar doors just a short drive to the north-west. Residents benefit from proximity to Cessnock's shopping centres, schools, and healthcare services, while the broader Hunter Valley offers outdoor activities including bushwalking, cycling, and wine tourism. The suburb is well suited to families and first-home buyers seeking affordable housing within reach of Newcastle (about 50 kilometres east) or Maitland.

Bellbird Heights falls under postcode 2325 and is governed by the Cessnock Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hunter, while state elections fall under the Wyong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2325
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cessnock
Federal Electorate
Hunter
State Electorate
Wyong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.85°, 151.33°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.40 km²
Population Density
2,003 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$719K
18 sales · ▲ 21.8% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2325

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2325, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,900
Median 2023–24
$55,710
▲ 24.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,142

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2325; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Hunter Valley Transit local routes — Cessnock, Newcastle Cessnock: 5 min; Newcastle: ~1 hr

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
Drive to Maitland (~40 km) then train to Sydney ~2.5 hrs
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Near Hunter Expressway; most residents commute to Cessnock or Newcastle

Walkability Car-Dependent

A compact suburb adjoining Cessnock but most daily errands and transport require a car or short drive

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
805
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Cessnock Local Government Area, which contains Bellbird Heights. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
344.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.1%
Motor vehicle theft
559.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
474.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
377.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
View all 62 offence types for Cessnock →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bellbird Heights known for? +

Bellbird Heights is a quiet residential suburb adjacent to Cessnock, set on the doorstep of the Hunter Valley wine region. The broader area is renowned for its cellar doors, boutique accommodation, and scenic rural landscape.

How far is Bellbird Heights from Sydney? +

Bellbird Heights is approximately 120 kilometres north of Sydney, typically a 1.5 to 2-hour drive via the M1 Pacific Motorway and Hunter Expressway.

Does Bellbird Heights have public transport? +

Bellbird Heights is served by Hunter Valley Transit bus services connecting to Cessnock and Newcastle. There is no train station in Cessnock; the nearest rail access is Maitland, about 40 kilometres east on the Hunter Line.

What is the population of Bellbird Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bellbird Heights has a population of 805 residents within a very compact area of just 0.4 square kilometres, making it a densely settled residential pocket.

Is Bellbird Heights a good place to live? +

Bellbird Heights is a solid choice for families and first-home buyers looking for affordable housing in the Hunter Valley, with proximity to Cessnock's services and the Hunter Valley wine region. It is best suited to those with a car, as public transport options are limited.

What is the postcode for Bellbird Heights? +

The postcode for Bellbird Heights, NSW is 2325.

What is the median house price in Bellbird Heights? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $718,500, up 21.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Bellbird Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bellbird Heights is part of the Cessnock 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.