Bolton Point (NSW)

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According to the analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Bolton Point has a projected population of approximately 2,188 as of May 2026. Compared to the 2,124 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents a growth of 64 people (3.0%). This shift is determined from the resident count of 2,183, which Districts calculated based on the ABS release of June 2025 ERP data alongside subsequent address validations. The current population translates to a density of 1,302 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical level across national locations evaluated by Districts. The 3.0% expansion in the suburb of Bolton Point since the census lags the Rest of NSW (4.9%) by 1.9 percentage points, yet still indicates solid growth dynamics. This upward trend was largely supported by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 85.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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The local workforce is evenly distributed between white and blue-collar roles, with a solid representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 10.1% compiled from statistical area data by Districts. As of March 2026, there are 809 residents in employment, though the local unemployment rate sits 6.0% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, indicating room for progress, while the participation rate of 50.3% falls well short of the Regional NSW figure of 60.6%. Census data shows that a moderate 18.1% of working residents operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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Compiled postcode-level ATO records for financial year 2023 show a median taxpayer income of $45,037 and an average income of $58,637. These figures trail the national averages and compare to medians and averages of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would stand at approximately $49,685 (median) and $64,688 (average) as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 indicates household, family, and individual incomes all rank at the 14th percentile nationally. Income brackets show 30.0% of the population (656 individuals) earn between $800 - 1,499, which contrasts with Regional NSW where the $1,500 - bracket is largest at . Affordability is highly constrained, with residents keeping only of their income, placing the area in the th percentile.

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At the time of the latest Census, houses accounted for 85.3% of the housing stock, while semi-detached properties, units, and other housing formats made up 14.6%, compared to Regional NSW where houses comprised 82.6% and other formats represented 17.4%. Home ownership rates trailed the Regional NSW benchmark, sitting at 27.7%, while the remaining properties were split between mortgaged homes (31.7%) and rental properties (40.5%). The median mortgage payment of $1,517 was significantly lower than the Regional NSW average, and the median weekly rent was $267, compared to Regional NSW averages of $1,733 and $330 respectively. Compared to Australia-wide figures, mortgage repayments are much lower than the national average of $1,863, and rents are also well below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 72.1%, consisting of couples with children (22.8%), couples without children (28.5%), and single parents (19.7%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 27.9%, with single-person households representing 26.2% and group housing making up 1.5% of the total. The typical household size of 2.5 people exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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The locality displays low levels of higher education, with university qualification rates at 16.3%, well below the NSW average of 32.2%. This represents a key area for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 11.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational training is highly popular, with 40.2% of individuals aged 15+ holding a trade qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (29.3%).

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An analysis of public transport indicates there are 18 active stops within the suburb of Bolton Point, serviced by bus routes. These stops accommodate 31 separate routes, facilitating 488 weekly passenger trips. Access to transport is highly rated, with residents living an average of 149 meters from the closest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars being the dominant transit method at 96%. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles, which is lower than the regional standard. In the 2021 Census, 18.1% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 policies.

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Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses point to significant health challenges, affecting both youth and elderly populations, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is low, standing at about 50% of the population (~1,097 people) compared to the national benchmark of 55.7%.

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The area has a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with 90.3% of residents born in Australia, 92.0% holding citizenship, and 94.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious faith, practiced by 50.6% of the population. The most pronounced overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 0.8% of residents, identical to the 0.8% seen across Regional NSW.

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The median age in the suburb of Bolton Point is 42 years, matching closely with the Regional NSW figure of 43 and tracking older than the national median of 38 years. Residents aged 75 - 84 are highly represented at 10.1%, while the 65 - 74 bracket is smaller at 9.9% compared to Regional NSW. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 10.4% to 12.2%, and the 25 to 34 group has risen from 11.3% to 12.4%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 group declined from 13.2% to 11.4%. Projections for 2041 suggest notable demographic shifts, with the to age group expected to expand by (adding people to reach ), while the to group is projected to grow by just (representing an increase of people).

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Bolton Point currently has an estimated 126 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 87 children aged 0-2 and 57 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 36% by 2041 (to approximately 171 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 210. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.0 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.