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Bellata

NSW 2397 • New South Wales

266
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1021.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemotePeaceful

About Bellata

Bellata is a small village in north-central New South Wales, situated within Narrabri Shire approximately 47 kilometres north of Narrabri and roughly halfway between Narrabri and Moree along the Newell Highway. The surrounding district is characterised by rich black soil basalt plains, making it highly productive agricultural country. With a population of 266 at the 2021 Census, Bellata is a tight-knit rural community that has experienced gradual population decline in recent decades.

The area is well regarded among fossickers for its deposits of agate, jasper, carnelian, petrified opal, and petrified wood found in the surrounding district. Agriculture — particularly cotton, wheat, and livestock — underpins the local economy, with the Newell Highway providing connectivity to larger regional centres. Bellata has a primary school, a 24-hour BP roadhouse, a memorial hall, and a small range of community services typical of a rural NSW village.

Bellata falls under postcode 2397 and is governed by the Narrabri Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2397
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Narrabri
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.93°, 149.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1021.64 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$350K
5 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

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink regional coach — Narrabri / Moree 45-60 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
563 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Narrabri then NSW TrainLink coach/rail (~8-9 hrs to Sydney)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min – 6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr – 5 hr 30 min

🛣️ Located on the Newell Highway; Narrabri is the nearest major service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small village with very limited local services — most errands require a car trip to Narrabri or Moree

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
406.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
265.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
586.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
554.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Narrabri →

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
266
▲ 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bellata known for? +

Bellata is known for its rich black soil plains supporting cotton and wheat farming, and for the fossicking opportunities in the surrounding district, where high-quality agate, jasper, carnelian, petrified opal, and petrified wood can be found.

How far is Bellata from Narrabri? +

Bellata is approximately 47 kilometres north of Narrabri, located roughly halfway between Narrabri and Moree along the Newell Highway, with a drive time of around 35-45 minutes.

Does Bellata have public transport? +

Bellata has no railway station. NSW TrainLink regional coach services connect Narrabri and Moree via the Newell Highway corridor, but services are infrequent. A car is the primary means of transport for most residents.

What is the population of Bellata? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bellata had a population of 266 people, a decline from 344 in 2016 and 406 in 2011, reflecting a broader trend of rural population decline in north-western NSW.

Is Bellata a good place to live? +

Bellata suits people drawn to a quiet, affordable rural lifestyle in the NSW north-west, particularly those involved in agriculture or looking for a close-knit community feel. Access to major services requires a drive to Narrabri or Moree.

What is the postcode for Bellata? +

The postcode for Bellata, New South Wales is 2397.

What is the median house price in Bellata? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $350,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Bellata a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bellata is part of the Narrabri 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.