How far is Bonny Hills from Sydney CBD?

Bonny Hills is approximately 15 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 15 min in peak hour and 12 min off-peak.

Does Bonny Hills have public transport?

The nearest train station is Wauchope (25 km away, approximately null walk) on the North Coast Line (limited services). Bus services include Route 334, running to Port Macquarie in approximately 20-25 min.

What is the population of Bonny Hills?

According to the 2021 Census, Bonny Hills has a population of 3,045 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Bonny Hills a good place to live?

Bonny Hills is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The village has a laid-back atmosphere popular with retirees and sea-changers, with a small general store and community hall forming the social hub.

What is the postcode for Bonny Hills?

The postcode for Bonny Hills is 2445. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Bonny Hills?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bonny Hills is about $677 per week (around $35,200 per year). The median household income is $1,421 per week and the median family income is $1,784 per week.

What is the median house price in Bonny Hills?

As of 2025, the median house price is $935,000, up 1.5% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $849,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Bonny Hills?

The median age in Bonny Hills is 51. The largest age group is 65–74 (493 residents, around 16%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 29% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bonny Hills a safe area?

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bonny Hills is part of the Port Macquarie-Hastings 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.

How much is rent in Bonny Hills?

In Bonny Hills, the median weekly rent is $445, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,820 (2021 Census).

Bonny Hills

NSW 2445 • Rest of NSW

3,045

Population (2021)

$73,892

Median Household Income

20.75 km²

Area

$445/wk

Median Rent

CoastalRetirement-FriendlyQuietBeach LifestyleSea Change

About Bonny Hills

Bonny Hills is a peaceful coastal village on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated between Port Macquarie and Laurieton. With a population of around 2,989, it has an older demographic profile with a median age of 60+ and a very high owner-occupier rate of 83%. The suburb is part of the Port Macquarie-Hastings local government area and enjoys a stunning oceanfront setting.

Bonny Hills offers a quintessential coastal lifestyle with its patrolled beach, rockpools, and bushwalking trails through the nearby Sea Acres Rainforest. The village has a laid-back atmosphere popular with retirees and sea-changers, with a small general store and community hall forming the social hub. Median house prices of $857,000-$1.22 million reflect its desirability as a quieter alternative to nearby Port Macquarie, which provides full shopping, medical, and entertainment facilities.

Bonny Hills falls under postcode 2445 and is governed by Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2445

Urban Area

Hastings

LGA / Council

Port Macquarie-Hastings

Federal Electorate

Lyne

State Electorate

Port Macquarie

Type

Urban

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-31.57°, 152.82°

Statistical Area

Rest of NSW

Area

20.75 km²

Elevation

19m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$935K

52 sales · ▲ 1.5% vs 2024

🏢Unit / Apartment

$849K

5 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)

$445

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$1,820

Avg Household Size

2.5 people

Median Age

51 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wauchope

25 km

North Coast Line (limited services)

Bus Services

Route 334 — Port Macquarie 20-25 min
Route 334 — Laurieton / Camden Haven 10 min

Commute to Port Macquarie

Distance

15 km

By Bus

20-25 min

By Car (Peak)

15 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

12 min

🛣️ No direct train service. Bus service runs along the Pacific Highway corridor.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very limited local amenities within walking distance. A car is essential for shopping, dining, and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Government Area, which contains Bonny Hills. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)

220.2 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Stable

Motor vehicle theft

154.1 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%

Non-DV assault

487.7 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.6%

Robbery (unarmed)

5.5 / 100k

2yr — 10yr —

Steal from vehicle

208.1 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Stable

View all 62 offence types for Port Macquarie-Hastings →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

2,971

Census 2021

3,045

▲ 2.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$30,576

Personal Income 2021

$35,204

▲ 15.1% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal

$35,204 / yr

$677/wk

Household

$73,892 / yr

$1421/wk

Family

$92,768 / yr

$1784/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,669

Born Overseas 295

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 120
2. New Zealand 20
3. Netherlands 16
4. Scotland 16
5. South Africa 15
6. Germany 9
7. Ireland 9
8. India 6
9. Malta 6
10. United States 5
11. France 4
12. Italy 4
13. Japan 4
14. Malaysia 4
15. Papua New Guinea 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,372

Australian 1,345

Irish 388

Scottish 385

German 116

Australian Aboriginal 109

Italian 75

Dutch 53

Welsh 27

French 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,250

Both parents born in Australia

368

Both parents born overseas

344

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity

56.9%

No Religion

37.3%

Buddhism

0.5%

Hinduism

0.3%

Islam

0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

108 (3.5%)

5-14 years

340 (11.2%)

15-19 years

208 (6.8%)

20-24 years

123 (4.0%)

25-34 years

173 (5.7%)

35-44 years

298 (9.8%)

45-54 years

441 (14.5%)

55-64 years

488 (16.0%)

65-74 years

493 (16.2%)

75-84 years

310 (10.2%)

85+ years

68 (2.2%)