New South Wales location profile
Bentley NSW 2480
Bentley is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region, known for rolling farmland, lifestyle acreages and a quiet, community-oriented feel. It offers country living within easy reach of services in Lismore and Casino. The area is popular with farming families and tree-changers seeking space and greenery.
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Why families consider Bentley
Predominantly agricultural and lifestyle properties with a mix of long-term farming households and newer residents seeking semi-rural living; low-density, peaceful, and community-focused with strong ties to nearby regional centres.
Amenities & services
- Lismore Shopping Square (major retail, Lismore)
- Casino Shopping Plaza (Casino)
- Lismore Base Hospital (Lismore)
- Casino & District Memorial Hospital (Casino)
- Cafes, pubs and restaurants in Lismore and Casino
- Lismore Library (Lismore CBD)
- Casino Library (Walker St, Casino)
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train: Casino Station (NSW TrainLink XPT) ~20–25 minutes
- Regional and school bus services between Lismore–Casino corridor (limited schedules)
- Major roads: Bruxner Highway, Kyogle Road, Bentley Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Bentley Public Hall (community events)
- Oakes Oval and sports facilities (Lismore)
- Lismore Memorial Baths & GSAC aquatic centre (Lismore)
- Riverside parklands and pathways (Lismore and Casino)
- Casino Showground & Racecourse (Casino)
- Tuckean Nature Reserve
- Bungabbee State Forest
- Boatharbour Nature Reserve
- Nightcap National Park (regional access)
Education context
Limited within Bentley; a range of long day care, family day care and preschool options available in Lismore and Casino (approximately 15–25 minutes by car).
- Southern Cross University – Lismore Campus (~20km NE)
- University Centre for Rural Health (University of Sydney affiliate) – Lismore
- Griffith University – Gold Coast Campus (regional, ~110km NE)