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Fernbrook

NSW 2453 • New South Wales

131
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
42.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Fernbrook

Fernbrook is a small rural locality in the Bellingen Shire of New South Wales, set in the hinterland of the mid-North Coast. With a population of approximately 131 residents and a land area of nearly 43 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled area of lush valleys, farmland, and remnant native forest in the foothills west of Coffs Harbour. The locality falls within the federal electorate of Page.

The Fernbrook community is typical of the Bellingen hinterland — a mix of small farms, hobby properties, and alternative-lifestyle acreages attracted by the region's clean environment and slower pace of life. The nearby Bellinger River and surrounding national parks offer excellent opportunities for camping, fishing, and bushwalking. Residents travel to Dorrigo or Bellingen township for everyday shopping and services, with the larger centre of Coffs Harbour accessible within an hour.

Fernbrook falls under postcode 2453 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2453
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.33°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.96 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
550 km
By Train
Nearest station: Urunga/Coffs Harbour (~40-60 min drive); CountryLink to Sydney (~7 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 5.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 5.5 hrs

🛣️ Private vehicle essential; nearest services in Dorrigo (~25 min) or Bellingen (~45 min).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very remote rural locality with no public transport services

🛒 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 Fernbrook by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Fernbrook Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
131
▲ 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 Fernbrook NSW? +

Fernbrook is located in the Bellingen Shire hinterland of mid-North Coast NSW, west of Coffs Harbour in the foothills below the Dorrigo Plateau.

What is Fernbrook known for? +

Fernbrook is known for its quiet rural lifestyle, small farming community, and proximity to the Bellinger River and surrounding national parks and state forests.

What is the nearest town to Fernbrook? +

The nearest towns are Dorrigo (approximately 25 minutes) and Bellingen (approximately 45 minutes), with Coffs Harbour providing larger regional services within about an hour's drive.