Bonville (NSW)

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Following an investigation of ABS demographic adjustments for the wider region and fresh locations confirmed by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Bonville has a projected population of approximately 3,297 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 358 individuals (12.2%) from the 2,939 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated from an estimated resident count of 3,294, determined by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP publication alongside 88 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level translates to a density of 47 persons per square kilometer, offering residents substantial personal space. The expansion rate of 12.2% in the suburb of Bonville since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 area (3.7%) and the broader SA4 region, establishing it as a primary driver of growth locally. This expansion was mostly fueled by overseas arrivals, who accounted for roughly 71.0% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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The suburb of Bonville is home to a qualified labor force with strong representation in key public service fields. The local unemployment rate stands at 2.0%, and employment growth is estimated at 3.0% over the prior year, based on localized data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,585, while the jobless rate sat 2.1% lower than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%. Workforce participation matches the Regional NSW figure of 60.6%. Census data indicates a moderate 15.3% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic containment measures.

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Based on Districts' collation of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Bonville recorded a median income of $49,262 and an average income of $59,266. These sums sit below national averages and compare to median and average figures of $52,390 and $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates point to a median of $54,346 and an average of $65,382 as of March 2026. At the 2021 Census, local household income was positioned in the 54th percentile ($1,829 weekly), and individual income placed in the 35th percentile. The statistics show that 36.1% of the population, representing 1,190 individuals, earn within the $1,500 - weekly bracket, which aligns with the regional proportion of in the same category. Residents retain of their earnings for non-housing expenditures, and the area is situated in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Bonville at the time of the latest Census consisted of 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% alternative housing formats such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings throughout Regional NSW. The level of outright home ownership stood at 45.2%, substantially higher than the Regional NSW average, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (39.7%) or occupied by tenants (15.2%). Typical monthly home loan payments were recorded at $2,000, while median weekly rent stood at $465, comparing to Regional NSW benchmarks of $1,733 and $330. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Bonville exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and rental costs are significantly higher than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of local households at 81.2%, which is composed of couples with children at 37.1%, couples without children at 34.7%, and single parents at 9.1%. The remaining 18.8% consists of non-family living arrangements, with single-person households representing 16.6% and group shared homes accounting for 2.0%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Tertiary attainment in the area presents room for growth, with 20.7% of residents holding a university qualification, which is below the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. This creates opportunities for targeted academic programs. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 42.3% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 30.9%.

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Public transit infrastructure includes 42 active boarding points within the suburb of Bonville, serviced by bus operators. These locations accommodate 65 separate routes, delivering a combined total of 566 weekly passenger runs. Transit access is ranked as highly convenient, with homes situated an average of 185 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential layout, the vast majority of working residents travel out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary choice for 95% of commuters. Households own an average of 2.0 motor vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. Roughly 15.3% of workers operated from home, as recorded during the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era workplace restrictions.

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The local population displays favorable health metrics, with Districts' evaluation of mortality patterns and chronic illnesses showing outcomes that align closely with national averages. The incidence of standard health issues is low across all age groups, and private medical insurance coverage is held by approximately 50% of the population, representing about 1,661 people, compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Bonville has lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 87.5% of residents born in Australia, 93.1% holding citizenship, and 94.8% using only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, representing 56.3% of the community. The most notable religious overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.4% of local residents compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.

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The median age in the suburb of Bonville is 44 years, matching closely with the Regional NSW figure of 43 and tracking well above the national benchmark of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Bonville has a higher share of children aged 5 - 14 years (13.9%) but a lower proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 years (9.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 6.7% to 8.2%, and the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 11.2% to 12.4%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group declined from 14.5% to 12.6%. By demographic shifts will alter the local age profile. The cohort aged + is projected to expand by , adding people to reach from a starting point of . Aging trends are set to continue, with residents aged and older accounting for of the projected growth, whereas the brackets for to and to will contract.

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Bonville currently has an estimated 184 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 110 children aged 0-2 and 72 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 30% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 4% by 2041 (to approximately 176 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 332. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.