Bellmere Schools & More
With its convenient location near Caboolture, community amenities and attractive lifestyle, Bellmere continues to be a sought-after place to call home. In fact, more than 5,000 people live in Bellmere and this number continues to grow. It’s part of the Moreton Bay Regional Council.
History of Bellmere
Some believe that the name ‘Bellmere’ originated from Arthur John Bell, a landowner in the local area. He donated two acres of his land to the Queensland Government on which the original Bellmere State School was built and opened in 1913.
Bellmere dates back to the early settlement period when pioneers first established agricultural and trading communities. Over the years, Bellmere has evolved into a vibrant residential neighbourhood.
Schools in Bellmere
Bellmere only has one school, Bellmere State School, which opened in 2016. It is a primary school with a special education program. There are several public and private schools in Caboolture, including Australian Christian College - Moreton. Caboolture is within a short drive from Bellmere.
Parents searching for P-12 Christian schools in Bellmere will find that all students at ACC Moreton are well known, well loved and well taught by a dedicated team of Christian teachers - and it’s only a short drive from Bellmere!
Bellmere’s natural assets
Bellmere boasts an array of picturesque local parks and is flanked by Caboolture River to the north and south. These assets provide residents with opportunities for outdoor recreation, relaxation and connecting with nature.
Most popular cafe in Bellmere
Located toward the western boundary of Bellmere is the Strawberry View Coffee Shack. This is a destination cafe located on a working strawberry farm. The cafe overlooks the strawberry patch and boasts views through to the Glass House Mountains.
The menu has both sweet and savoury options, with an emphasis on dishes featuring … strawberries! Hint: try the strawberries and cream ice-cream (see photo).
Hobbies & interests of Bellmere residents
The residents of Bellmere enjoy a wide range of hobbies and interests, reflecting the suburb's diverse community. Popular pastimes include sports, such as rugby league and cricket, as well as outdoor activities like walking and cycling in the nearby parks.
Bellmere’s local economy
The economy of Bellmere includes a mix of small businesses, retail establishments and service industries. Many residents also commute to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast for work, benefiting from the suburb's strategic location and convenient transport links.
Transport options in Bellmere
Bellmere offers a range of transport options for residents, making it easy to commute to nearby areas and access essential amenities. Public transport options include local bus services and nearby train stations, while major roads connect Bellmere to neighbouring suburbs and cities. For those who prefer active transport, bike paths and walking trails provide convenient alternatives.
Local businesses, Bellmere
Bellmere is home to various businesses that cater to the needs of residents, including
High Impact Tiling, Blue Star Pest & Termite Management, Dirty Dog Hydrobath, Around About Driving School and The Bellmere Butcher. By supporting these local businesses, residents contribute to the growth and development of the community.
Suburb Snapshot
- The drive time from Bellmere to ACC Moreton is 10 minutes.
- Before and after school care is available for students of ACC Moreton through SmartPlay Caboolture (onsite).
- Efficient kiss and drop zone operates along the front of ACC Moreton.
- Bell times: 8.30am to 3.00pm
- Term dates:
- Term 1: 23 January - 31 March
- Term 2: 17 April - 16 June
- Term 3: 10 July - 15 September
- Term 4: 3 October - 29 November
Bellmere private bus route
ACC Moreton also offers a private school bus service to Bellmere on school days. See the map below for options.
- 1Jocelyn St, Caboolture
- 2Patrick St, Beachmere
- 3Dixon Ct, Beachmere
- 4Biggs Ave, Beachmere
- 5Main St, Beachmere
- 6Blaney St, Beachmere
- 7Campbell Pde, Beachmere
- 8Muldoon Pl, Ningi
- 9cnr Peel Rd & Bribie Island Rd, Ningi
- 10Bestmann Rd near Seeana Ct, Ningi
- 11cnr Bestmann Rd & Corrimal Pl, Sandstone Point
- 12Bestmann Rd E near Eimeo Pl, Sandstone Point
- 13Bestmann Road E, Sandstone Point
- 14Lakeside Cres, Ningi
- 15Water Gum Cres, Ningi
- 16Espanade, Godwin Beach
- 17ACC Moreton
- 1Elkhorn Ave, Bellara
- 2Warrigal St, Bellara
- 3cnr Pectoral Pl & Marina Blvd, Banksia Beach
- 4Raptor Crt, Banksia Beach
- 5Beagle Ave, Banksia Beach
- 6Miramar St, Bongaree
- 7Ottiwell St, Woorim
- 8Eden Cres. Woorim
- 9Morris St, Bongaree
- 10Allamanda Dr, Bongaree
- 11ACC Moreton
- 1Xanadu Dr, Bellmere
- 2Bellview St, Caboolture
- 3cnr Hillcrest Ave & Park St, Caboolture
- 4cnr Afton St & Smiths Rd, Caboolture
- 5Tullawong Primary School
- 6cnr Central Springs Pde & Speedwell St, Caboolture
- 7Smiths Rd, Caboolture
- 8Old Gympie Rd, Caboolture
- 9Old Gympie Rd, Caboolture
- 10cnr Hammond Rd & Halcot Crt, Caboolture
- 11cnr Markwell Rd & Spring Ln, Caboolture
- 12cnr Markwell Rd & Limburg Ave, Caboolture
- 13cnr Markwell Rd & Cathy Crt, Caboolture
- 14Alcock Rd, Elimbah
- 15Breadsell Dr, Caboolture
- 16cnr Murrimbah Dr & Lyndhurst Tce, Caboolture
- 17Smiths Rd, Elimbah
- 18ACC Moreton
- 1Logrunner Dr, Upper Caboolture
- 2Tinney Rd, Upper Caboolture
- 3Darley Rd, Upper Caboolture
- 4Mackney Rd, Upper Caboolture
- 5Dobson Ln, Upper Caboolture
- 6Foodworks Parkridge Dr, Upper Caboolture
- 7Olympic Crt, Upper Caboolture
- 8cnr Lincoln Ave & Olympic Crt, Upper Caboolture
- 9Minimbah State School
- 10Cresthaven Dr & Crestwood Ave, Morayfield
- 11Torrens Rd & Carob Ct, Caboolture South
- 12River Dr at Lotus Ave, Bellmere
- 13Belle Air Dr near Riverside Cct, Bellmere
- 14Daintree St, Bellmere
- 15cnr Daintree St & Tara Gr, Bellmere
- 16Swann Road, Bellmere
- 17cnr Piggott Rd & Hind Crt, Bellmere
- 18cnr Kendall Rd & Cisticola Ct, Bellmere
- 19Ulster Drive, Bellmere
- 20King St at Caboolture Swimming Pool
- 21cnr Watt St & Jade St, Caboolture
- 22ACC Moreton
- 1cnr Bigmor Dr & Remor Crt, Elimbah
- 2cnr Bigmor Dr & Sammor Dr, Elimbah
- 3Shak St, Caboolture
- 4cnr Hodgskin St & Conte St, Caboolture
- 5McMillan St, Caboolture
- 6cnr Central Lakes Dr & Reddy Dr, Caboolture
- 7cnr Seeney St & McCorley Ct, Caboolture
- 8St Columbans Ct, Caboolture
- 9Joyner Cct, Caboolture
- 10cnr Boyland St & Crawford St, Caboolture
- 11McAndrew St, Caboolture
- 12Lloyd St, Caboolture
- 13Male Rd, Caboolture
- 14cnr Scribbly Gum & White Ash Crt, Caboolture
- 15ACC Moreton
- 1Carnarvon Dr, Beerwah
- 2Sahara Rd, Glass House Mountains
- 3Sugar Coast Dr, Glass House Mountains
- 4Summit Close, Glass House Mountains
- 5Wattle St, Beerburrum
- 6Carawatha Rd, Elimbah
- 7Brushwood Place, Elimbah
- 8Beerburrum Rd near Kirsty Crt, Caboolture
- 9ACC Moreton
- 1Coach Stop William St, Kilcoy
- 2cnr Mary Smokes Rd & D'Aguilar Hwy, Royston
- 3Woodford Memorial Park, Woodford
- 4Pates Rd, Wamuran
- 5ACC Moreton
- 1cnr Woodsmoke Crt & Homestead Rd, Morayfield
- 2cnr Sauvignon Dr & Williamson Rd, Morayfield
- 3cnr Williamson Rd & Excelsier Dr Morayfield
- 4Oakey Flat Rd, Morayfield
- 5cnr Creekside Dr & River Oak Way, Narangba
- 6Stone Ridge Bvd, Narangba
- 7cnr Tadorna St & Venus St, Burpengary
- 8Rosehill Rd, Burpengary
- 9cnr Hedges Ave & Pitt Rd, Burpengary
- 10Busoni Cres, Burpengary
- 11Hauton Rd, Burpengary
- 12cnr Lakeview & Oakey Flats Rd, Morayfield
- 13Greenbury Crt, Morayfield
- 14Oakey Flat Rd, Morayfield
- 15ACC Moreton
- 1cnr Princess St & Sunseeker St, Burpengary
- 2Cobb Rd, Burpengary East
- 3cnr Normanby Cres & Moreton Bay Blvd, Morayfield
- 4Graham Rd, Morayfield
- 5Laver St, Morayfield
- 6Coach Rd W near Lomandra Dr, Morayfield
- 7cnr Jack St & Graham Rd, Morayfield
- 8Market Dr near Suter Dr, Caboolture South
- 9Kevin Grove, Caboolture South
- 10Caboolture Train Station
- 11ACC Moreton
- 1Windsor St, Woodford
- 2Woodford Memorial Park, Woodford
- 3Scotts Ln & D'Aguilar Hwy, Woodford
- 4cnr Mt Mee Rd & Newman Ln, Delaney Creek
- 5cnr D'Aguilar Hwy & Mount Mee Rd, D'Aguilar
- 6cnr Bell St & D'Aguilar Hwy, D'Aguilar
- 7cnr Cash St & Hartley Dr, D'Aguilar
- 8Akoonah Way, D'Aguilar
- 9cnr Patanga Pl & Akoonah Way, D'Aguilar
- 10cnr Rucker Rd & Campbells Pocket Rd, Wamuran
- 11cnr Forestcreek Pl & Mountaintrack Dr, Wamuran
- 12cnr Bye Rd & D'Aguilar Hwy, Wamuran
- 13cnr County Dr & D'Aguilar Hwy, Wamuran
- 14cnr Machinery Pde & Commercial Dr, Caboolture
- 15ACC Moreton