Fernmount
NSW 2454 • New South Wales
About Fernmount
Fernmount is a small, tranquil locality in the Bellingen Shire on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated along the scenic Bellinger River valley. Located near Bellingen township along the iconic Waterfall Way, it covers approximately 16.6 square kilometres of lush hinterland terrain. With a population of around 368 residents, it is one of the smaller communities in the Shire, attracting those drawn to a quiet rural lifestyle.
The area is characterised by rich riverfront properties, subtropical rainforest, and stunning valley views, making it popular with tree-changers and lifestyle seekers. Residents enjoy proximity to the vibrant town of Bellingen, which offers cafes, markets, galleries and the famous Bellingen Jazz Festival. The locality is well-suited to small-scale farming, eco-tourism, and anyone seeking an alternative lifestyle in one of the most picturesque valleys of NSW.
Fernmount falls under postcode 2454 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Busways / Regional Express — Bellingen to Coffs Harbour 20-40 min to Bellingen
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Fernmount is a remote Mid North Coast locality; most residents rely on private vehicles.
Entirely car-dependent rural locality with no footpaths or local services within walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bellingen High School ICSEA 10066655 1315 1125 Waterfall Way
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Bellingen Public School ICSEA 9986655 1147 William St
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Darkwood Road PO Box 425
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Park Street
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Raleigh Public School ICSEA 10976655 4228 12 NORTH STREET
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Repton Public School ICSEA 10306655 4201 River St
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Orama Public School ICSEA 9836655 8567 1098 Darkwood 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 Fernmount by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Fernmount Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Fernmount" under Suburb