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Bohle

QLD 4818 • Queensland

121
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.63 km²
Area
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Median Rent
IndustrialSuburbanCommuter Belt

About Bohle

Bohle is a small industrial locality situated in the northern suburbs of Townsville, Queensland, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square kilometres. The Bohle River, which runs through and around the locality, gives the area its name and forms a natural boundary between the industrial precinct and surrounding suburbs. With a resident population of 121 people recorded in the 2021 Census, Bohle is primarily characterised by light and heavy industrial land uses that form a major part of Townsville's commercial and logistics infrastructure.

The Bohle Industrial Estate is a significant hub for North Queensland businesses, housing warehousing, transport, construction, and trade industries that support Townsville's broader economy. The locality's relatively high median income reflects the trades and industry workforce that operates in the area. Residents and workers in Bohle benefit from proximity to Townsville's full range of urban amenities, with the Townsville CBD approximately 12 kilometres to the south and easy access to the Bruce Highway and major arterial roads.

Bohle falls under postcode 4818 and is governed by the Townsville Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Townsville electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4818
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Townsville
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Townsville
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.24°, 146.54°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.63 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Townsville Railway Station
12 km
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Bus Services

  • Townsville City Bus (local routes) — Townsville CBD 25–35 min

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
No direct suburban rail; Townsville Railway Station is 12 km south
By Car (Peak)
15–25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12–18 min

🛣️ Good access via Ingham Road and Bruce Highway. Primarily an industrial area; most travel is by private vehicle.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

An industrial locality with minimal retail or pedestrian infrastructure; a car is essential for all daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Townsville Local Government Area, which contains Bohle. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,390.7 / 100k
2yr Down 40.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
639.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.0% 10yr Up 17.0%
Non-FV assault
2,598.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 250.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
32.7 / 100k
2yr Down 35.4% 10yr Up 52.8%
Steal from vehicle
724.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Townsville →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
121
▲ 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 Bohle known for? +

Bohle is known as one of Townsville's major industrial precincts, home to the Bohle Industrial Estate which hosts warehousing, transport, construction, and trade businesses that underpin North Queensland's economy.

How far is Bohle from Townsville CBD? +

Bohle is approximately 12 kilometres north of the Townsville CBD, a drive of around 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic conditions along Ingham Road and the Bruce Highway.

Does Bohle have public transport? +

Bohle is served by Townsville City Bus routes, though as an industrial area services are limited. There is no suburban rail to Bohle; the nearest Queensland Rail station is Townsville, about 12 kilometres south.

What is the population of Bohle? +

The 2021 Census recorded 121 residents in Bohle. The locality's small residential population reflects its predominantly industrial land use, with most of the daily population comprising workers commuting into the estate.

Is Bohle a good place to live? +

Bohle is primarily an industrial locality rather than a residential destination. Those living in the area are close to Townsville's employment hubs and major roads, but urban amenities, retail, and green space are best accessed in neighbouring suburbs.

What is the postcode for Bohle? +

The postcode for Bohle QLD is 4818.

Is Bohle a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bohle is part of the Townsville 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.