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Bonville

NSW 2450 • Rest of NSW

2,939
Population (2021)
$95,108
Median Household Income
68.89 km²
Area
$465/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyHinterlandGolf ResortTree-Change

About Bonville

Bonville is a semi-rural locality in the City of Coffs Harbour on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, about 530 km north of Sydney. With a population of approximately 2,940 and a median age of 44, it is a growing area that attracts families and tree-changers seeking a quieter lifestyle near the coast. The locality covers a large 69 sq km area of lush hinterland, with predominantly Australian and English ancestry among its residents.

Bonville offers a peaceful rural-residential lifestyle surrounded by forests and farmland, while being just 10-15 minutes from Coffs Harbour’s beaches, shops, and services. The area is known for the Bonville Golf Resort, one of Australia’s top-rated golf courses set among towering pines. Families are drawn by the larger block sizes, relative affordability, and access to good schools in nearby Coffs Harbour. The Pacific Highway provides connectivity, and Coffs Harbour Airport offers flights to Sydney and Brisbane.

Bonville falls under postcode 2450 and is governed by Coffs Harbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coffs Harbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2450
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Coffs Harbour
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Coffs Harbour
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.38°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
68.89 km²
Elevation
39m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1M
43 sales · ▼ 11.9% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$465
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
44 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Busways Route 361 — Coffs Harbour CBD 20-25min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
530 km
By Train
N/A - nearest station is Coffs Harbour (15 min drive)
By Bus
25min to Coffs Harbour CBD
By Car (Peak)
15min to Coffs Harbour
By Car (Off-Peak)
10min to Coffs Harbour

🛣️ Rural locality near Coffs Harbour. Most residents commute to Coffs Harbour for work and services. NSW TrainLink services from Coffs Harbour station to Sydney (approx 7h).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Bonville is a spread-out rural area with no local shops or footpaths. A car is essential for all daily needs, with residents driving to Coffs Harbour for shopping and services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
419.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
304 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.6%
Non-DV assault
593.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
17.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
428.3 / 100k
2yr Down 20.4% 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Coffs Harbour →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,554
Census 2021
2,939
▲ 15.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,316
Personal Income 2021
$38,116
▲ 25.7% 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
$38,116 / yr
$733/wk
Household
$95,108 / yr
$1829/wk
Family
$102,336 / yr
$1968/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,482
Born Overseas 353

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 96
  • 2. New Zealand 41
  • 3. Germany 24
  • 4. South Africa 18
  • 5. India 15
  • 6. Canada 12
  • 7. Nepal 11
  • 8. China 10
  • 9. Netherlands 10
  • 10. Scotland 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,282
Australian 1,263
Irish 366
Scottish 340
German 130
Australian Aboriginal 119
Italian 68
Dutch 47
Chinese 41
Maltese 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,033
Both parents born in Australia
450
Both parents born overseas
365
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.1%
No Religion
39.5%
Sikhism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
142 (4.8%)
5-14 years
421 (14.3%)
15-19 years
191 (6.5%)
20-24 years
138 (4.7%)
25-34 years
278 (9.5%)
35-44 years
329 (11.2%)
45-54 years
392 (13.3%)
55-64 years
425 (14.5%)
65-74 years
373 (12.7%)
75-84 years
196 (6.7%)
85+ years
47 (1.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bonville known for? +

Bonville offers a peaceful rural-residential lifestyle surrounded by forests and farmland, while being just 10-15 minutes from Coffs Harbour’s beaches, shops, and services.

How far is Bonville from Sydney CBD? +

Bonville is approximately 530 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 15min to Coffs Harbour in peak hour and 10min to Coffs Harbour off-peak.

Does Bonville have public transport? +

Bus services include Busways Route 361, running to Coffs Harbour CBD in approximately 20-25min.

What is the population of Bonville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bonville has a population of 2,939 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Bonville a good place to live? +

Bonville is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The area is known for the Bonville Golf Resort, one of Australia’s top-rated golf courses set among towering pines.

What is the postcode for Bonville? +

The postcode for Bonville is 2450. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Bonville? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Bonville is about $733 per week (around $38,100 per year). The median household income is $1,829 per week and the median family income is $1,968 per week.

What is the median house price in Bonville? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,000,000, down 11.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Bonville? +

The median age in Bonville is 44. The largest age group is 55–64 (425 residents, around 14%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Bonville a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bonville is part of the Coffs Harbour 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 Bonville? +

In Bonville, the median weekly rent is $465, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).