Bellingen, NSW 2023
Room to breathe, on New South Wales's regional rental market.
- Small-town feel
- $370/wk Median
- 21.1% Renters
Bellingen Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.2k
- Median age
- 46
- Median weekly rent
- $370
- To the CBD
- 407km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Bellingen Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Bellingen is a regular choice in regional New South Wales. It's a close-knit community of 6,168 people, 21.1% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $370.
Around Bellingen
Bellingen Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Bellingen Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Available Rental Properties in Bellingen
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Bellingen
Real questions renters ask before moving to Bellingen.
Is Bellingen family-friendly for renters?
Bellingen has around 3 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $370/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Regional NSW.
Is Bellingen walkable?
Bellingen carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
How far is Bellingen from New South Wales's capital?
Bellingen is approximately 407km from New South Wales's capital city. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 417-432 minutes.
How much does it cost to rent in Bellingen?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Bellingen is $370. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $370 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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