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Bonshaw

NSW 2361 • New South Wales

133
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
431.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteHistoricQuiet

About Bonshaw

Bonshaw is a small agricultural village in Inverell Shire, located on the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales approximately 783 kilometres north of Sydney. The village sits on the Bruxner Highway close to the Queensland border, separated from the town of Texas, Queensland by the Dumaresq River which forms the state boundary. With a population of around 133 residents and an area of over 431 square kilometres, Bonshaw is a sparsely settled locality designed to serve the needs of the surrounding farming and grazing properties.

Bonshaw has a long history as a border service village, with a post office established as early as 1866 and a historic St Andrews Church of England still standing in the community. The village lies between the larger towns of Tenterfield to the south and Goondiwindi to the north-west, with Inverell being the main regional centre for services, schools, and healthcare. Life here is shaped by the land — cattle and wool grazing underpin the local economy, and the wide open skies and quiet pace of the Northern Tablelands define everyday life.

Bonshaw falls under postcode 2361 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2361
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.20°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
431.51 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Tenterfield / Inverell Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
783 km
By Train
No train service; nearest regional coach links are in Tenterfield or Inverell
By Car (Peak)
8-9 hours (via New England Highway)
By Car (Off-Peak)
7.5-8.5 hours

🛣️ Car essential; Bruxner Highway connects to New England Highway for Sydney; Goondiwindi and Toowoomba (QLD) accessible to the north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the village has minimal local facilities and requires driving to Tenterfield or Inverell for shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Ashford Central School ICSEA 808
    6725 4101 51 Martyn Street
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
  • 🏫
    Bonshaw Public School ICSEA 951
    07 4653 5147 Texas St
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Bonshaw by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bonshaw Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bonshaw" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
133
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bonshaw known for? +

Bonshaw is known as a small border village on the Queensland-NSW state line, straddling the Dumaresq River near Texas, Queensland. It has a long history as an agricultural service community, with a church and post office dating back to the 1860s.

How far is Bonshaw from Sydney CBD? +

Bonshaw is approximately 783 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, making it roughly an 8 to 9 hour drive via the New England Highway.

Does Bonshaw have public transport? +

Bonshaw has no rail service. Limited regional coach services connect the broader Northern Tablelands area, with the nearest access points in Tenterfield (approx. 60 km south) or Inverell. A car is essential.

What is the population of Bonshaw? +

Bonshaw has a population of approximately 133 residents, consistent with its character as a small agricultural service village for the surrounding grazing properties in Inverell Shire.

Is Bonshaw a good place to live? +

Bonshaw suits those who value wide open spaces, a quiet border-country lifestyle, and the farming traditions of the Northern Tablelands. Day-to-day services require a drive to Tenterfield or Inverell, but the landscape and community character offer a genuine rural lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Bonshaw? +

The postcode for Bonshaw, New South Wales is 2361.