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Valery

NSW 2454 • New South Wales

53
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
33.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Valery

Valery is a small rural locality in the Bellingen Shire of New South Wales, situated in the verdant hinterland approximately 20 minutes from both Bellingen and Coffs Harbour. With a recorded population of just 53 people, it is one of the quietest localities in the Mid North Coast region, characterised by acreage properties, rolling green hills, and lush subtropical vegetation. The locality sits within postcode 2454 and falls under Bellingen Council.

Life in Valery is deeply rural and peaceful, attracting residents who seek large properties, self-sufficient living, and a connection to nature. The surrounding hinterland landscape features rich farmland and remnant rainforest, typical of the Bellinger Valley. For everyday amenities, residents travel to Bellingen, a well-regarded arts and community town with a farmers' market, cafes, and boutique shops, or to Coffs Harbour for major retail and services.

Valery falls under postcode 2454 and is governed by the Bellingen Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

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

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2454

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2454, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,096
Median 2023–24
$45,385
▲ 22.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,728

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2454; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Urunga Station
18 km
N/A (drive)

Commute to Coffs Harbour CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
No local train; Urunga Station is the nearest (~18 km drive)
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Car essential; accessed via Valery Road connecting to the Waterfall Way and Pacific Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Deeply rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
53
▲ 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 Valery. 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

Where is Valery NSW located? +

Valery is a rural locality in Bellingen Shire, NSW, situated in the hinterland approximately 20 minutes drive from Bellingen and 30 minutes from Coffs Harbour.

What is it like to live in Valery NSW? +

Valery offers a quiet rural lifestyle on acreage properties surrounded by the lush subtropical hinterland of the Bellinger Valley. It suits those seeking space, privacy, and a connection to nature.

What LGA is Valery NSW in? +

Valery is in the Bellingen Shire Council local government area.

Is Valery a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Valery 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.

What is the population of Valery? +

Valery had a population of 53 at the 2021 Census.