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Bells Creek

QLD 4551 • Queensland

343
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralGrowth SuburbFamily-FriendlySunshine Coast
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About Bells Creek

Bells Creek is a small rural locality on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, situated approximately 9 kilometres south-west of Caloundra and around 88 kilometres north of Brisbane, within the Sunshine Coast Region local government area. With a population of 343, the locality covers roughly 25 square kilometres and sits adjacent to several of the Sunshine Coast's fastest-growing new communities, including Baringa and the broader Aura development corridor. Despite the rapid growth occurring nearby, Bells Creek itself retains a quieter, semi-rural residential character.

Bells Creek residents benefit from excellent proximity to Caloundra's beaches, shopping centres, and services, as well as the expanding retail and community infrastructure of the Aura development. The Bruce Highway and Sunshine Motorway provide good road connections north to Noosa and Maroochydore, and south to Brisbane. The locality is popular with families and owner-occupiers seeking affordable land in a well-connected Sunshine Coast position, within easy reach of coastal amenities and major employment centres.

Bells Creek falls under postcode 4551 and is governed by the Sunshine Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Fisher, while state elections fall under the Kawana electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4551
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Sunshine Coast
Federal Electorate
Fisher
State Electorate
Kawana
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.83°, 153.09°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.86 km²
Population Density
14 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4551

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4551, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,829
Median 2023–24
$56,118
▲ 28.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,365

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4551; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Beerwah
14 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Sunshine Coast Transit routes — Caloundra / Kawana Waters 15–20 min to Caloundra

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
88 km
By Train
Drive to Beerwah (~14km) then train to Brisbane (~1.5 hr)
By Car (Peak)
1.25–1.75 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1–1.25 hr

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides direct access south to Brisbane; Caloundra Road connects east to Caloundra

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Semi-rural locality with no walkable retail precinct; residents drive to Caloundra or Aura Town Centre for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
343
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Sunshine Coast Local Government Area, which contains Bells Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Down 17.9% 10yr Down 30.4%
Motor vehicle theft
167.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 28.8%
Non-FV assault
473.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 152.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.8 / 100k
2yr Down 20.0% 10yr Up 12.7%
Steal from vehicle
314.6 / 100k
2yr Down 18.3% 10yr Down 26.9%
View all offence categories for Sunshine Coast →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bells Creek known for? +

Bells Creek is known for its semi-rural character on the Sunshine Coast, sitting alongside the Aura development — one of Australia's largest master-planned communities. The locality is popular with families seeking affordable Sunshine Coast land with easy access to Caloundra's beaches and services.

How far is Bells Creek from Brisbane? +

Bells Creek is approximately 88 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it around a 1-hour drive via the Bruce Highway in off-peak conditions. Caloundra is around 9 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Bells Creek have public transport? +

Sunshine Coast Transit bus routes serve the broader Caloundra area, and Beerwah train station on the Sunshine Coast Line is around 14 kilometres away. Most residents rely on a private vehicle for daily travel.

What is the population of Bells Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bells Creek has a population of 343 residents. With major development projects underway nearby, the population of the surrounding area is expected to grow significantly in coming years.

Is Bells Creek a good place to live? +

Bells Creek offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle with convenient access to the Sunshine Coast's beaches and amenities. It suits families and owner-occupiers looking for affordable land in a well-connected coastal region, though a car is essential for daily errands.

What is the postcode for Bells Creek? +

The postcode for Bells Creek, Queensland is 4551.

Is Bells Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bells Creek is part of the Sunshine Coast 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.