Tallowwood Ridge
NSW 2453 • New South Wales
About Tallowwood Ridge
Tallowwood Ridge is a small rural locality in the Bellingen Shire on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, nestled in the forested hinterland hills of the upper Bellinger Valley. Covering 47.6 square kilometres of mountainous eucalypt forest and farmland in the Page federal electorate, the locality recorded a population of just 25 at the 2021 census. The name references the tallowwood trees (Eucalyptus microcorys), a species of spotted gum native to the coastal ranges of eastern Australia and historically valued for its dense, durable timber. The locality's elevated terrain, dense forest cover and remoteness give it a deeply secluded character within the broader Bellingen hinterland.
Tallowwood Ridge sits within one of coastal New South Wales's most beloved alternative lifestyle regions, with the iconic town of Bellingen approximately 15–20 kilometres to the east offering organic cafes, artisan markets, live music venues and a vibrant community of artists and environmental advocates. The Bellinger River system and its tributaries provide bushwalking, swimming holes and wildlife corridors celebrated across the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast. Dorrigo National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests World Heritage Area, is accessible within approximately 30 kilometres. The area suits those seeking deep rural seclusion within reach of Bellingen's characterful services and the Coffs Harbour coast approximately 50 kilometres to the north.
Tallowwood Ridge falls under postcode 2453 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Busways Mid North Coast — Bellingen / Coffs Harbour ~25–35 min to Bellingen
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Bellingen (~20 km east) is the nearest service town. Coffs Harbour (~50 km north) has a regional airport and broader urban services. Daily Sydney commuting is entirely impractical from this locality.
Tallowwood Ridge is a remote forested locality with no local amenities. A 4WD or high-clearance vehicle may be required for some local roads. Bellingen is the nearest town for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Dorrigo High School ICSEA 951Waterfall Way
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Dorrigo Public School ICSEA 9486657 2097 Hickory St
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Hernani Public School ICSEA 10496657 6155 Armidale-Grafton Rd
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Karabin Street
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Dundurrabin Public School ICSEA 8796657 8133 70 Mount St
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Ebor Public School ICSEA 8266775 9136 Waterfall Way
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 Tallowwood Ridge by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Tallowwood Ridge Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Tallowwood Ridge" under Suburb