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Bellbird Heights, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Bellbird Heights is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 768. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
768 Population 3/sq mi density
331 ft Elevation 101 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$23,457 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$23,457 median income, 5.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$207,400 home value, $1,037/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population768
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,457
Per Capita$23,457
Unemployment5.3%

Housing

D
Home Value$207,400
Rent$1,037
Ownership81.4%
Housing Units307

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Population768
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Coordinates-32.8504°, 151.3290°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$23,457
Median Age40.0 years

About Bellbird Heights

Bellbird Heights is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 768. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Bellbird Heights has a population of 768 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 267.6 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

768
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
267.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bellbird Heights vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bellbird Heights is $23,457, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,457 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $451, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 73 business establishments.

Income: Bellbird Heights vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$23,457
69% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$23,457
Avg Weekly Wage$451

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)73

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bellbird Heights is $207,400, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,037 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 81.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 307 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,400
26% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,037
11% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.4%
Owner-Occupied81.4%
Renter-Occupied18.6%
Housing Units307

Property Tax

Climate in Bellbird Heights

Bellbird Heights has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 734 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 17.8° / 30.6° 66.6
Feb 23.9°C / 75°F 17.9° / 29.9° 115.5
Mar 21.6°C / 71°F 15.6° / 27.7° 74.9
Apr 18.2°C / 65°F 11.5° / 24.8° 47.8
May 15°C / 59°F 8.6° / 21.4° 47.3
Jun 12.4°C / 54°F 6.4° / 18.5° 65.1
Jul 11.4°C / 53°F 4.9° / 17.9° 36.4
Aug 12.8°C / 55°F 5.4° / 20.1° 30.7
Sep 15.6°C / 60°F 8.1° / 23.2° 48.9
Oct 18.4°C / 65°F 11.2° / 25.6° 52.9
Nov 20.8°C / 69°F 14° / 27.5° 69.6
Dec 22.6°C / 73°F 16.1° / 29° 78.0
Bellbird Heights enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area267.6 sq mi (693.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-32.8504°N, 151.3290°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 15 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 31 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 77 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 79 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 81 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 74 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 143 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 139 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 89 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 90 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 82 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 59 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 71 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 85 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 68 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.4 in Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
April 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.1 in

Bellbird Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Bellbird Heights

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Central Coast Radio.com 90's and more!, alternative rock MP3 192 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bellbird Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Australian Army Infantry Museum
Luskintyre Aviation Museum
Maitland Regional Museum
Poppethead
Richmond Vale Railway Museum
South Sea Island Museum
Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum
Wirraway Aviation Museum
Wollombi Endeavour Museum

Libraries in Bellbird Heights

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cessnock City Library0.0
Kurri Kurri Library0.0
Maitland City Library0.0
Rutherford Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bellbird Heights

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wollombi Saleyards

Breweries in Bellbird Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
IronBark Hill Brewing Co

Airports Near Bellbird Heights

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Denman Farm StripSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Dr Fox AirstripSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
StrowanSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bellbird Heights

What is the population of Bellbird Heights?

Bellbird Heights has a population of 768 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 267.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Bellbird Heights expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,457, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $207,400 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,037 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bellbird Heights?

Bellbird Heights enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Bellbird Heights?

The unemployment rate in Bellbird Heights is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $451. There are 73 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bellbird Heights?

The median home value in Bellbird Heights is $207,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,037. The homeownership rate is 81.4%.

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