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Bolivia

NSW 2372 • New South Wales

74
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
290.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Bolivia

Bolivia is a sparsely populated rural locality on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 25 kilometres south of Tenterfield near the Queensland border. Covering around 290 square kilometres of undulating granite country, Bolivia had a population of 74 at the 2021 Census. The landscape features rolling pastures, granite outcrops and patches of dry sclerophyll forest typical of the New England Tablelands at elevations approaching 1,000 metres.

The locality is primarily agricultural, with beef cattle and wool grazing on large rural properties across its expansive land area. Residents depend on nearby Tenterfield for schooling, medical services and day-to-day needs, with access via the New England Highway. The cool climate, open countryside and dramatic granite boulder landscapes of the region attract those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle, and the broader Tenterfield area is celebrated for its connection to Peter Allen and its historic town centre.

Bolivia falls under postcode 2372 and is governed by the Tenterfield Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2372
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tenterfield
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.08°, 152.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
290.06 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2372

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2372, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$29,717
Median 2023–24
$37,085
▲ 24.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$46,904

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2372; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tenterfield (coach stop)
25 km
N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
600 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink coach to Armidale or Brisbane, then train/flight; approx. 7–8 hrs total
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 6–7 hrs via New England Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 6 hrs

🛣️ Tenterfield is the nearest service town (~25 km north); Brisbane is closer at around 3 hrs drive.

Walkability Car Dependent

Remote rural locality with no local services; private vehicle essential for all trips.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
74
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
437.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
367.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
183.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Tenterfield →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bolivia NSW located? +

Bolivia is a rural locality on the Northern Tablelands of NSW, approximately 25 km south of Tenterfield and close to the Queensland border, in the New England region.

What is the population of Bolivia NSW? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 74 in Bolivia, spread across large rural and farming properties.

What is the main industry in Bolivia NSW? +

Bolivia is predominantly agricultural, with beef cattle grazing and wool production on large rural holdings across the granite tablelands.

How far is Bolivia NSW from Brisbane? +

Bolivia is approximately 200 km south of Brisbane, roughly a 2.5 to 3-hour drive via the New England Highway and the Queensland border crossing near Wallangarra.

Is Bolivia a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bolivia is part of the Tenterfield 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.

What is the population of Bolivia? +

Bolivia had a population of 74 at the 2021 Census.