Bellawongarah
NSW 2535 • New South Wales
About Bellawongarah
Bellawongarah is a small rural locality in the Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, nestled in the ranges approximately 15 km south-west of Berry and 20 km west of Nowra. With a population of around 190 people spread across 35 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled community surrounded by forest, farmland and escarpment terrain of the Illawarra hinterland. The locality sits within postcode 2535, shared with neighbouring rural communities including Kangaroo Valley.
Bellawongarah offers a deeply rural lifestyle appreciated for its privacy, natural beauty and proximity to the spectacular Kangaroo Valley and Budderoo National Park. The area attracts hobby farmers, tree-changers and those seeking an off-the-beaten-path alternative to the South Coast's busy coastal towns. Berry and Nowra both provide shopping, schooling and healthcare services within 20 to 30 minutes by car.
Bellawongarah falls under postcode 2535 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Berry (~15 km) and Nowra (~20 km) are the nearest service towns. Nowra/Bomaderry train station provides rail connections to Sydney. The Princes Highway is the main access route.
A remote rural locality with no public transport or local services. Private vehicle is required for all daily needs and commuting.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Berry Public School ICSEA 1067Victoria St
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Shoalhaven Heads Public School ICSEA 1021Ravenscliff Rd
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Bellawongarah by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Bellawongarah Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bellawongarah" under Suburb