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Brierfield

NSW 2454 • New South Wales

322
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
52.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandLifestyleRainforest

About Brierfield

Brierfield is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated in the Bellingen Shire approximately 5 kilometres west of Bellingen township along the Waterfall Way corridor. The locality covers around 52 square kilometres of Bellinger River valley farmland and adjacent ranges. With a population of 322 recorded at the 2021 census, Brierfield is a scattered semi-rural community set amongst the scenic hinterland between Coffs Harbour and the Dorrigo Plateau. It falls within the federal electorate of Cowper and the state electorate of Oxley.

Brierfield residents enjoy a relaxed hinterland lifestyle with easy access to the charms of Bellingen, one of NSW's most celebrated alternative-lifestyle towns known for its arts scene, markets, organic food culture and vibrant community. The Bellinger River running through the valley provides excellent swimming holes and kayaking, while the Dorrigo National Park and rainforests are a short drive uphill. Coffs Harbour, around 40 minutes away, offers an airport, major shopping, hospital and the Pacific Highway corridor. The area is popular with creative professionals, small-scale farmers and families seeking an affordable lifestyle close to nature.

Brierfield falls under postcode 2454 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2454
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.46°, 152.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
52.06 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.65M
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Urunga
28 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Busways / Dorrigo Coaches local routes — Bellingen / Coffs Harbour ~10 min to Bellingen, ~45 min to Coffs Harbour

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
560 km
By Train
~7 hr from Urunga/Coffs Harbour via NSW TrainLink North Coast
By Bus
Not practical for regular commute
By Car (Peak)
~6 hr via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~5 hr 30 min

🛣️ Bellingen (5 km) provides nearest essential services; Coffs Harbour (~40 km) is the regional hub with airport and hospital

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural valley locality where a car is essential; Bellingen's walkable town centre is just a short drive away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
322
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brierfield known for? +

Brierfield residents enjoy a relaxed hinterland lifestyle with easy access to the charms of Bellingen, one of NSW's most celebrated alternative-lifestyle towns known for its arts scene, markets, organic food culture and vibrant community.

How far is Brierfield from Sydney CBD? +

Brierfield is approximately 560 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~6 hr via Pacific Motorway in peak hour and ~5 hr 30 min off-peak.

Does Brierfield have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Urunga (28 km away, approximately Not walkable walk) on the North Coast Line (NSW TrainLink). Bus services include Busways / Dorrigo Coaches local routes, running to Bellingen / Coffs Harbour in approximately ~10 min to Bellingen, ~45 min to Coffs Harbour.

What is the population of Brierfield? +

According to the 2021 Census, Brierfield has a population of 322 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Brierfield a good place to live? +

Brierfield is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The Bellinger River running through the valley provides excellent swimming holes and kayaking, while the Dorrigo National Park and rainforests are a short drive uphill.

What is the postcode for Brierfield? +

The postcode for Brierfield is 2454. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Brierfield? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,650,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.