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Bielsdown Hills

NSW 2453 • New South Wales

104
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
28.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandBushlandQuietPeaceful
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About Bielsdown Hills

Bielsdown Hills is a small rural locality on the Dorrigo Plateau in northern New South Wales, situated within the Bellingen Local Government Area and approximately 580 kilometres north of Sydney. The locality shares postcode 2453 with the nearby town of Dorrigo, which lies on the Waterfall Way roughly 64 kilometres west of Coffs Harbour. With a 2021 Census population of 104, it is a sparsely settled community spread across approximately 29 square kilometres of the New England Escarpment, at elevations above 700 metres. The area receives one of the highest annual rainfalls in New South Wales — close to 2,000 mm — giving rise to lush subtropical rainforest and productive agricultural land.

The surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling green hills, rainforest remnants, and productive cattle and dairy properties typical of the Dorrigo Plateau. Residents rely on Dorrigo township for essential services including shops, schools, a hospital, and community facilities. The nearby Dorrigo National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, offers exceptional walking trails, waterfalls, and birdwatching within a short drive. Dorrigo Transit provides limited bus connections to Coffs Harbour, though a private vehicle is the primary means of transport for most residents of Bielsdown Hills.

Bielsdown Hills falls under postcode 2453 and is governed by the Bellingen Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2453
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bellingen
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.37°, 152.67°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
28.69 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2453

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2453, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$30,966
Median 2023–24
$39,940
▲ 29.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,420

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2453; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Dorrigo Transit — Coffs Harbour (via Dorrigo) Approx 1 hr 10 min to Coffs Harbour

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
580 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Coffs Harbour (~75 km east)
By Car (Peak)
Approx 6 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 6 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Remote plateau locality; car essential. Coffs Harbour is the main regional centre, approx 75 km east via Waterfall Way.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

An isolated rural locality with no local shops or services; residents drive to Dorrigo for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
104
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
271.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.2%
Motor vehicle theft
225.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
466.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
7.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Bellingen →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bielsdown Hills known for? +

Bielsdown Hills is part of the Dorrigo Plateau, a region known for its stunning subtropical rainforests, high rainfall, and verdant cattle farming country. It sits close to the World Heritage-listed Dorrigo National Park, which is famed for its walking trails and Skywalk canopy platform.

How far is Bielsdown Hills from Coffs Harbour? +

Bielsdown Hills is approximately 75 kilometres west of Coffs Harbour via the Waterfall Way, a scenic mountain road that takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to drive.

Does Bielsdown Hills have public transport? +

Public transport is very limited in Bielsdown Hills. Dorrigo Transit operates bus services between Dorrigo and Coffs Harbour, but services run on select days only. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Bielsdown Hills? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bielsdown Hills had a population of 104 residents across approximately 44 dwellings, making it a very small and lightly settled rural community.

Is Bielsdown Hills a good place to live? +

Bielsdown Hills suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in one of Australia's most scenic and biodiverse highland regions. Residents enjoy remarkable natural surroundings, but should be prepared for limited local services and a reliance on Dorrigo for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Bielsdown Hills? +

The postcode for Bielsdown Hills is 2453.

Is Bielsdown Hills a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bielsdown Hills is part of the Bellingen 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.