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Bentley

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

225
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
56.94 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Rural

About Bentley

Bentley is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, located approximately 23 kilometres north-west of Lismore. It sits within the Richmond Valley Council local government area and covers a quiet stretch of hinterland between the Lismore and Kyogle districts. The 2021 census recorded a population of 225 people across Bentley's green, forested hills and farming properties.

Bentley's character is shaped by its lush Northern Rivers hinterland setting — rolling hills, subtropical vegetation, and a landscape well suited to small-scale agriculture and hobby farming. The community is relaxed and rural, with residents valuing the region's natural beauty and relative privacy from larger urban centres. Lismore serves as the main centre for shopping, healthcare, education, and services, accessible via local roads within about 30 minutes. The area attracts people seeking a semi-rural lifestyle close enough to the Northern Rivers region's rich culture and natural environment.

Bentley falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2480
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.71°, 153.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
56.94 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
750 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest major rail connection at Casino (~60 km) or Lismore via coach
By Car (Peak)
Approx 9 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 8 hr 30 min

🛣️ Lismore (23 km) is the nearest regional centre for services and transport

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural hinterland locality — a vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Bentley by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bentley Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bentley" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
225
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bentley NSW? +

Bentley is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, approximately 23 km north-west of Lismore in the Richmond Valley Council area.

What LGA is Bentley NSW in? +

Bentley falls within the Richmond Valley Council local government area in northern NSW.

What is Bentley NSW known for? +

Bentley gained broader attention in 2014 as the site of a prolonged community blockade against coal seam gas exploration, which became a landmark moment in the Australian anti-CSG movement.

How far is Bentley NSW from Lismore? +

Bentley is approximately 23 kilometres north-west of Lismore, the main regional centre for the Northern Rivers.