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Bellmount Forest

NSW 2581 • New South Wales

120
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
115.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingSouthern TablelandsLifestyleTree Change
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About Bellmount Forest

Bellmount Forest is a quiet rural locality in southern New South Wales, straddling both the Upper Lachlan Shire and the Yass Valley Council area. It lies along the Gundaroo Road between the villages of Gundaroo and Gunning, approximately 50 kilometres north of Canberra and around 75 kilometres south of Goulburn. With a population of just 120 people recorded in the 2021 census, it is a sparsely settled farming district spread across some 105 square kilometres of gently rolling grazing land. The locality sits in the Southern Tablelands region, a landscape of open paddocks, dry eucalypt woodland, and expansive rural horizons.

Life in Bellmount Forest centres on small-scale farming and rural lifestyle living, with residents typically running sheep, cattle, or mixed farms on sizable rural holdings. The villages of Gundaroo and Gunning are the closest communities offering basic services, while Goulburn and Canberra provide access to hospitals, major supermarkets, and employment. The area attracts tree-changers and rural lifestyle seekers drawn to the quiet Southern Tablelands environment, relatively affordable large-block properties, and easy reach of Canberra's amenities. The region's open spaces and proximity to the Canberra region's growing food and wine scene add to its quiet appeal.

Bellmount Forest falls under postcode 2581 and is governed by the Yass Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2581
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Yass Valley
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.76°, 149.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
115.06 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2581

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2581 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$62,314
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,823

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2581; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gunning
18 km
N/A – drive only
Goulburn
55 km
N/A – drive only

Commute to Canberra CBD

Distance
50 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station Gunning (~18 km) with infrequent NSW TrainLink services
By Bus
No regular public bus services
By Car (Peak)
~50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~45 min

🛣️ Entirely car-dependent. Canberra is the most practical destination for work and services. The Gundaroo Road provides direct access south to the ACT border.

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport. All daily needs require a car. Local rural roads connect to Gundaroo and Gunning for basic amenities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
120
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
62.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
96.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
164.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
73.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Yass Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bellmount Forest known for? +

Life in Bellmount Forest centres on small-scale farming and rural lifestyle living, with residents typically running sheep, cattle, or mixed farms on sizable rural holdings.

How far is Bellmount Forest from Sydney CBD? +

Bellmount Forest is approximately 50 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~50 min in peak hour and ~45 min off-peak.

Does Bellmount Forest have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Gunning (18 km away, approximately N/A – drive only walk) on the NSW TrainLink Canberra line (Sydney–Canberra).

What is the population of Bellmount Forest? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bellmount Forest has a population of 120 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Bellmount Forest a good place to live? +

Bellmount Forest is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The villages of Gundaroo and Gunning are the closest communities offering basic services, while Goulburn and Canberra provide access to hospitals, major supermarkets, and employment.

What is the postcode for Bellmount Forest? +

The postcode for Bellmount Forest is 2581. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Bellmount Forest a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bellmount Forest is part of the Yass Valley 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.