Bellbird Heights vs Cessnock
The verdict
Cessnock is more affordable, with a median house price of $719K versus $770K in Bellbird Heights. Bellbird Heights rates higher for transport (46 vs 29). Cessnock rates higher for liveability (66 vs 57). Cessnock is closer to the coast (37.4 km vs 38.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Bellbird Heights rates higher (44 vs 15/100 in Cessnock).
Scores
| Bellbird Heights | Cessnock | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 45 | 40 |
| Transport | 46 | 29 |
| Education | 29 | 23 |
| Liveability | 57 | 66 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Bellbird Heights | Cessnock | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 805 | 16,300 |
| Median age | 40 | 40 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,487 | $1,192 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 18.6% | 11.9% |
| Born in Australia | 90.7% | 85.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.4 |
Growth: Bellbird Heights Moderate Growth · Cessnock Moderate Growth
Property
| Bellbird Heights | Cessnock | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $770K | $719K |
| Median unit price | $485K | $555K |
| House price YoY | Data not available | 13.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $570 | $570 |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | 4.1% |
| Days on market (house) | 38 | 39 |
Median price history
Safety
| Bellbird Heights | Cessnock | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 44 | 15 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 248 | 515 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 621 | 626 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 497 | 1,129 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,832 | 10,969 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Bellbird Heights | Cessnock | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 4 |
| Government | 0 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 901 |
See the full school list on each profile: Bellbird Heights · Cessnock
Transport
| Bellbird Heights | Cessnock | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 46 | 29 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 9 | 152 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 249 | 249 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 18.0 km | 15.1 km |
Liveability
| Bellbird Heights | Cessnock | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.5°C | 27.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 4 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 5 |
| Parks | 0 | 22 |
| Playgrounds | Data not available | 11 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 5 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 38.7 km | 37.4 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 114.5 km | 116.4 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.9 km | 1.6 km |
Population & growth
| Bellbird Heights | Cessnock | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 805 | 16,300 |
| Estimated 2025 | 839 | 16,990 |
| Projected 2041 | 929 | 18,820 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.04% | 1.04% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Bellbird Heights or Cessnock?
Bellbird Heights has the higher residential safety score (Bellbird Heights 44/100 vs Cessnock 15/100).
Which is more affordable, Bellbird Heights or Cessnock?
Cessnock is more affordable, with a median house price of $719K versus $770K.
Which has better public transport, Bellbird Heights or Cessnock?
Bellbird Heights has the higher transport score (Bellbird Heights 46/100 vs Cessnock 29/100).
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