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Bombira

NSW 2850 • New South Wales

504
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralWine CountryQuietSemi-Rural
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About Bombira

Bombira is a small rural locality in the Central West of New South Wales, located within the 2850 postcode area near the regional town of Mudgee, approximately 270 kilometres north-west of Sydney. It falls within the Mid-Western Regional Council area and shares the fertile Cudgegong River valley setting that characterises the Mudgee wine region. With a population of 504 at the 2021 Census and just over 7 square kilometres in area, it is a quiet semi-rural locality surrounded by farmland, vineyards, and bushland.

Bombira residents enjoy the relaxed rural lifestyle of the Mudgee region, with the town of Mudgee just a short drive away offering a full range of shops, services, schools, restaurants, and the famous Mudgee wine trail. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills, grazing properties, and small vineyards that define the region's character. The area appeals to those seeking affordable rural living within easy reach of Mudgee's growing food and wine scene, as well as families who value a quiet setting with access to good public and private schools in the nearby town.

Bombira falls under postcode 2850 and is governed by the Mid-Western Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2850
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Western
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.69°, 149.60°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.05 km²
Population Density
72 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Bombira for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.44M
22 sales · ▼ 5.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2850

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2850, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,941
Median 2023–24
$57,055
▲ 24.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,724

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2850; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services — Sydney (Central Station) approx. 4 hours

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
No direct rail; NSW TrainLink coach from Mudgee to Sydney Central approx. 4 hours
By Car (Peak)
3-3.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5-3 hours

🛣️ Car strongly recommended. Mudgee township (nearby) has most daily services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality where a car is essential; Mudgee township is nearby but not walkable from most properties.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
504
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
152.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.4%
Motor vehicle theft
76.3 / 100k
2yr Down 60.8% 10yr —
Non-DV assault
404.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
145 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Western →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bombira known for? +

Bombira is a quiet rural locality set within the Mudgee wine region, known for its peaceful semi-rural character, proximity to vineyards, and easy access to the services and attractions of the historic town of Mudgee in NSW's Central West.

How far is Bombira from Sydney? +

Bombira is approximately 270 kilometres north-west of Sydney, within the Mudgee area. The drive typically takes between 2.5 and 3.5 hours depending on traffic and the route taken.

Does Bombira have public transport? +

Bombira does not have passenger rail. NSW TrainLink operates coach services connecting Mudgee to Sydney Central Station (approximately 4 hours), but a car is essential for daily life in and around the locality.

What is the population of Bombira? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bombira had a population of approximately 504 residents across a compact locality of just over 7 square kilometres near Mudgee in the Mid-Western Regional Council area.

Is Bombira a good place to live? +

Bombira is well-suited to those seeking a relaxed rural lifestyle within the Mudgee wine region, with the town of Mudgee close by for schools, shops, and services. It appeals to families, retirees, and those working in agriculture or the local wine industry.

What is the postcode for Bombira? +

The postcode for Bombira is 2850, which is shared with the nearby regional centre of Mudgee.

What is the median house price in Bombira? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,435,000, down 5.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Bombira a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bombira is part of the Mid-Western 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.