Bellbird
NSW 2325 • Rest of NSW
About Bellbird
Bellbird is a suburb in the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, located 7.6 kilometres south-east of Cessnock and about 160 kilometres north-west of Sydney. With a population of around 2,300, it was established in 1908 as a coal mining settlement. The suburb sits at an elevation of 122 metres and covers an area of about 7.7 square kilometres. Bellbird has evolved from its mining origins into a quiet residential suburb within the Cessnock local government area.
The suburb offers affordable housing in the lower Hunter Valley with a relaxed, semi-rural atmosphere. Bellbird is close to the renowned Hunter Valley wine region, providing easy access to cellar doors, restaurants, and scenic countryside. Local amenities include a primary school and community facilities, with larger shopping available in nearby Cessnock. The area appeals to families and retirees seeking an affordable lifestyle in a scenic, wine country setting.
Bellbird falls under postcode 2325 and is governed by Cessnock Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cessnock electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Hunter Valley buses — Cessnock / Maitland 15 min to Cessnock
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ No rail service; nearest active station is Maitland (35 km). Most residents drive.
Semi-rural suburb with minimal footpath network; a car is essential.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bellbird Public School ICSEA 9074990 2331 Doyle Street
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Cessnock East Public School ICSEA 8354990 1549 Old Maitland Rd
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Cessnock High School ICSEA 8924990 1439 Aberdare St
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Cessnock Public School ICSEA 8764990 1652 Rawson St
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Cessnock West Public School ICSEA 884Wollombi & Campbell Sts
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Nulkaba Public School ICSEA 9314990 1805 5 O'Connors Road
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0249 903 152 155 Wollombi Rd
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Mount View High School ICSEA 91149902566 106 Mount View Road
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Congewai Public School ICSEA 8884998 1366 605 Congewai Road
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Ellalong Public School ICSEA 9034998 1360 32 Helena Street
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Kearsley Public School ICSEA 8974990 1705 130 Caledonia Street
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Kitchener Public School ICSEA 9304990 2974 38 Richmond Street
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Laguna Public School ICSEA 9694998 8251 3738 The Great North Road
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Millfield Public School ICSEA 9324998 1331 Wollombi Rd
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10 Lomas Lane
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Paxton Public School ICSEA 92620 Anderson Ave
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Maitland 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 Bellbird by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Bellbird Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bellbird" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
6 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 41
- 2. New Zealand 23
- 3. Thailand 15
- 4. United States 12
- 5. Philippines 10
- 6. Scotland 6
- 7. Vietnam 6
- 8. India 5
- 9. Malta 4
- 10. Canada 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)