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Bowan Park

NSW 2864 • New South Wales

106
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
64.19 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalFarmingQuiet

About Bowan Park

Bowan Park is a small rural locality in the Central West of New South Wales, situated roughly between the cities of Orange and Parkes within the Orange electorate. Spanning 64 square kilometres, the area had a 2021 census population of around 106 residents, reflecting its thinly settled farming character. The locality sits in classic Central Tablelands country — gently undulating agricultural land used predominantly for grain cropping and mixed livestock farming.

Life in Bowan Park revolves around the land, with residents connected to the broader farming communities of Orange and Parkes for services, schools, and healthcare. The region offers a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle well-suited to those in agricultural industries. Orange, with its renowned food and wine scene, cool climate orchards, and regional infrastructure, is the primary urban hub for residents, accessible by a short drive along the Mitchell Highway corridor.

Bowan Park falls under postcode 2864 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2864
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Orange
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.34°, 148.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
64.19 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Orange Station
35 km
NSW TrainLink Main West line to Sydney

Bus Services

  • Regional local services — Orange / Parkes ~40 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
260 km
By Train
~3.5 hours from Orange Station (plus ~35 min drive to station)
By Bus
NSW TrainLink coach service available via Orange
By Car (Peak)
~3 hours via Mitchell Highway / Great Western Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~2 hr 45 min

🛣️ Orange is the main regional hub, ~35 km away. Parkes is ~45 km in the other direction. The locality has no direct public transport — car essential.

Walkability Car Dependent

No walkable amenities whatsoever. A car is essential for all daily needs including access to Orange or Parkes for groceries, schools, and medical services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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    Cudal Public School ICSEA 979
    6364 2101 9-15 Toogong St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
106
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bowan Park known for? +

Life in Bowan Park revolves around the land, with residents connected to the broader farming communities of Orange and Parkes for services, schools, and healthcare.

How far is Bowan Park from Sydney CBD? +

Bowan Park is approximately 260 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~3 hours via Mitchell Highway / Great Western Highway in peak hour and ~2 hr 45 min off-peak.

Does Bowan Park have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Orange Station (35 km away, approximately null walk) on the NSW TrainLink Main West line to Sydney. Bus services include Regional local services, running to Orange / Parkes in approximately ~40 min.

What is the population of Bowan Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bowan Park has a population of 106 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Bowan Park a good place to live? +

Bowan Park is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The region offers a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle well-suited to those in agricultural industries.

What is the postcode for Bowan Park? +

The postcode for Bowan Park is 2864. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).