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Bowman

NSW 2422 • New South Wales

139
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
60.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Bowman

Bowman is a small rural locality in the Mid-North Coast hinterland of New South Wales, situated in the Gloucester area within the Mid-Coast Council local government area. With a population of approximately 141 people, the area encompasses farming land along the upper Manning Valley foothills and is characterised by beef cattle grazing, timber country, and scenic mountain terrain. The locality lies close to the Barrington Tops region, one of the most spectacular national park landscapes in New South Wales.

Residents of Bowman enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by some of New South Wales' most dramatic highland scenery, with Barrington Tops National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage area — nearby. The township of Gloucester, approximately 30 kilometres to the south-east, provides residents with schools, supermarkets, and essential services. Bowman suits those seeking a quiet, self-sufficient country lifestyle with proximity to ecotourism destinations, horse properties, and a close-knit farming community.

Bowman falls under postcode 2422 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2422
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.97°, 151.87°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
60.45 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No local train; nearest rail at Dungog (~60 km south)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr

🛣️ Gloucester (~30 km south-east) is the nearest service town; Pacific Highway accessible via Gloucester

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths; private vehicle essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Bowman by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bowman Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
139
▲ 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

Where is Bowman NSW located? +

Bowman is a rural locality in the Gloucester area of New South Wales, in the Mid-Coast Council LGA, approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Gloucester township.

What is the population of Bowman NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bowman has a population of approximately 141 people.

What is Bowman NSW known for? +

Bowman is known for its proximity to Barrington Tops National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage site), cattle farming, and the scenic mountain landscapes of the Manning Valley hinterland.

What is the nearest town to Bowman NSW? +

Gloucester is the nearest town, approximately 30 kilometres south-east of Bowman, offering schools, shopping, and other essential services.