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Bohena Creek

NSW 2390 • New South Wales

214
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
197.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Bohena Creek

Bohena Creek is a rural locality in the north-west slopes and plains region of New South Wales, situated within Narrabri Shire Council approximately 20 to 25 kilometres from Narrabri township. The locality covers around 197 square kilometres of open grazing and cropping country, with a 2021 Census population of 214 spread across this expansive rural landscape. The local economy is driven by agriculture — primarily dryland wheat, cotton, and beef cattle grazing — which is typical of the fertile Narrabri region on NSW's north-west plains.

Life in Bohena Creek centres around farming and the rural community bonds that sustain remote localities in north-western New South Wales. Residents rely on Narrabri for schooling, shopping, healthcare, and social services, with that regional town providing the main amenities for the broader district. The wide open plains, clear skies, and access to the broader landscapes of the north-west — including the Pilliga Scrub to the east — give Bohena Creek a characteristic north-western NSW character suited to those embracing a working rural lifestyle.

Bohena Creek falls under postcode 2390 and is governed by the Narrabri Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2390
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Narrabri
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.41°, 149.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
197.29 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2390

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2390, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,057
Median 2023–24
$59,692
▲ 29.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,241

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2390; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Narrabri Car required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
550 km
By Train
No practical train commute; drive to Narrabri (~25km) for infrequent services on the Main North Line
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 6h–6h 30min via New England Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 5h 45min–6h 15min

🛣️ Narrabri (~25km) is the nearest town with full services. The Newell Highway and regional roads connect the district.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services in Bohena Creek — a car is essential for all daily needs, with Narrabri being the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
214
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Narrabri Local Government Area, which contains Bohena Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
406.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
265.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
586.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
554.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Narrabri →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bohena Creek known for? +

Bohena Creek is a quiet agricultural locality in the Narrabri region, known for its dryland wheat farming, beef cattle grazing, and the open landscapes typical of the north-west slopes and plains of New South Wales.

How far is Bohena Creek from Narrabri? +

Bohena Creek is approximately 20 to 25 kilometres from Narrabri township, which serves as the main regional centre for everyday services, shopping, and healthcare.

Does Bohena Creek have public transport? +

Bohena Creek has no train station or regular bus services. A car is essential for all travel, including accessing the services available in Narrabri.

What is the population of Bohena Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded 214 residents in Bohena Creek, spread across approximately 197 square kilometres — reflecting the sparse settlement pattern typical of the Narrabri region.

Is Bohena Creek a good place to live? +

Bohena Creek suits farming families and those who value a quiet, working rural lifestyle in north-west New South Wales. It's remote with limited local amenities, but offers wide open spaces and the strong community bonds common in smaller agricultural localities.

What is the postcode for Bohena Creek? +

The postcode for Bohena Creek is 2390.

Is Bohena Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bohena Creek is part of the Narrabri LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.