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Bombowlee

NSW 2720 • New South Wales

291
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSnowy MountainsLifestyleAgricultural
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About Bombowlee

Bombowlee is a small rural locality situated in the Snowy Mountains foothills of New South Wales, within the Snowy Valleys local government area approximately 15 kilometres south-east of Tumut. The locality covers around 28 square kilometres of hilly farming land and light bushland in the upper Murrumbidgee catchment. With a population of 291 at the 2021 census, Bombowlee is a quiet semi-rural community with a close connection to the agricultural and forestry heritage of the Tumut River valley. It lies within both the federal electorate of Eden-Monaro and the state electorate of Wagga Wagga.

Bombowlee attracts residents who want affordable rural acreages within easy reach of Tumut's services. The nearby Bago State Forest and Blowering Reservoir offer excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, four-wheel driving and bushwalking. Tumut township, a short drive away, provides schools, supermarkets, a hospital and the Snowy Mountains Highway connection. The area has a relaxed country character with strong community ties, and is increasingly popular with retirees and families seeking a slower pace of life in scenic Snowy Mountains countryside.

Bombowlee falls under postcode 2720 and is governed by the Snowy Valleys Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Eden-Monaro, while state elections fall under the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2720
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Snowy Valleys
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.38°, 148.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.92 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2720

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2720, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,988
Median 2023–24
$57,659
▲ 20.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,797

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2720; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Busabout Wagga/Snowy regional coaches — Tumut / Wagga Wagga ~15 min to Tumut, ~2 hr to Wagga

Commute to Canberra CBD

Distance
105 km
By Train
No rail access — nearest station is Wagga Wagga (~120 km)
By Bus
Limited regional coach to Tumut or Wagga Wagga
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 30 min to Canberra via Snowy Mountains Highway / Adelong Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Tumut (~15 km) provides nearest full services; Canberra is the nearest large city

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality where a car is essential; Tumut township within a short drive for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
291
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
200.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 11.5%
Motor vehicle theft
173.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
367.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
347.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.0%
View all 62 offence types for Snowy Valleys →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bombowlee known for? +

Bombowlee attracts residents who want affordable rural acreages within easy reach of Tumut's services.

How far is Bombowlee from Sydney CBD? +

Bombowlee is approximately 105 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~1 hr 30 min to Canberra via Snowy Mountains Highway / Adelong Road in peak hour and ~1 hr 20 min off-peak.

Does Bombowlee have public transport? +

Bus services include Busabout Wagga/Snowy regional coaches, running to Tumut / Wagga Wagga in approximately ~15 min to Tumut, ~2 hr to Wagga.

What is the population of Bombowlee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bombowlee has a population of 291 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Bombowlee a good place to live? +

Bombowlee is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The nearby Bago State Forest and Blowering Reservoir offer excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, four-wheel driving and bushwalking.

What is the postcode for Bombowlee? +

The postcode for Bombowlee is 2720. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Bombowlee a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bombowlee is part of the Snowy Valleys 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.