Bohle Plains
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bohle Plains, QLD 4817.
About Bohle Plains
Welcome to Bohle Plains
Bohle Plains is a fast-growing residential suburb in Townsville's northern corridor, sitting on the city's expanding suburban fringe roughly within reach of the Thuringowa Central precinct. It borders Kirwan, Mount Louisa, Shaw, Thuringowa Central and Cosgrove — a largely newer pocket of North Queensland that has drawn steady interest from families, first-home buyers and investors looking for space and value in one of Australia's most liveable tropical cities.
The suburb's character is defined by wide lots, newer homes and the kind of relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere that comes with a developing neighbourhood. With open green space, a disc golf course and room to grow, Bohle Plains suits buyers who want a foothold in Townsville's growth corridor without sacrificing affordability for land size.
Housing & architecture
Bohle Plains is firmly a suburb of the new era. The dwelling mix reflects a neighbourhood still taking shape — current listings sit at roughly 59% established houses and 41% land, meaning buyers have a genuine choice between moving into a completed home or securing a block and building to their own brief. The homes that have gone up tend to favour the practical North Queensland template: single and double-storey builds with generous floor plans, covered outdoor entertaining areas, and designs that work with the tropical climate rather than against it.
Lot sizes are typically more generous than you would find in established Townsville suburbs, which makes Bohle Plains particularly appealing for buyers who want room for a pool, a shed or just a proper backyard. For those purchasing land, the ability to personalise a new build from the ground up remains one of the suburb's strongest drawcards.
The property market
The numbers tell a clear story about where Bohle Plains sits in the current market cycle. The median house price sits at $740,000, while the median rent is $650 per week — a rental yield that reflects ongoing demand from Townsville's growing workforce and population. Most striking is the recent house price growth figure of 18.3%, which places the suburb among the stronger performers in the region and signals genuine buyer competition for well-presented stock.
The combination of new land releases and completed homes keeps the market active and relatively liquid. Investors are drawn by the rental demand and growth trajectory, while owner-occupiers are attracted by the space and the relative value compared to southeast Queensland prices. With neighbouring Kirwan and Thuringowa Central already more tightly held, Bohle Plains is increasingly seen as the natural next step for buyers priced out of those more established pockets.
Getting around
Bohle Plains is a car-reliant suburb, as is common across Townsville's outer corridors. The road network connects residents conveniently to the broader Thuringowa Central area and onward into Townsville's CBD, making the daily commute manageable for those working across the city's key employment hubs including the hospital precinct, the port and the university.
For day-to-day errands, KC Convenience serves the immediate local area, while the larger retail and service centres of Kirwan and Thuringowa Central — both close neighbours — provide access to supermarkets, medical services and dining without a long drive. Families with school-age children will find the proximity to the established school infrastructure of Kirwan and surrounds a practical advantage.
Parks & recreation
Green space is one of Bohle Plains' quiet strengths. Harris Crossing Park provides a local retreat for families and dog owners, offering open lawns and a relaxed setting that suits the suburb's unhurried pace. The disc golf course and Disc Golf Park are a genuine point of difference — disc golf has built a dedicated following in Townsville, and having a course accessible within the suburb adds a recreational dimension you won't find in most newer estates.
The broader North Queensland lifestyle is, of course, never far away. Townsville's iconic waterfront, Magnetic Island ferry terminal and the Strand are all within reasonable driving distance, meaning residents enjoy both the calm of a suburban setting and easy access to the outdoor pursuits that define life in the tropics.
Lifestyle & dining
As a developing suburb, Bohle Plains' local dining and lifestyle scene is still maturing, and residents tend to look to neighbouring Kirwan and Thuringowa Central for a fuller range of restaurants, cafes and entertainment options. Both of those suburbs have well-established retail strips and casual dining precincts that are easily accessible by car, meaning the day-to-day lifestyle offer is broader than the suburb's own footprint might suggest.
There is a strong sense of community forming in Bohle Plains, driven in part by the fact that many residents are at similar life stages — young families building their first or second homes, professionals settling into the region and investors keeping a close watch on the suburb's trajectory. That shared energy gives the area a friendly, forward-looking character.
Schools & families
Bohle Plains draws a notably family-oriented demographic, and the proximity to schooling options in Kirwan and the wider Thuringowa area is a key part of its appeal. The established school infrastructure of neighbouring suburbs — both state and independent options — is within a practical drive, meaning families don't need to sacrifice educational choice when buying in a newer corridor.
The suburb's generous lot sizes, newer homes and park facilities make it a comfortable environment for children, and the relative quiet of the streets compared to more densely developed parts of Townsville is something many families specifically seek out. As the suburb continues to develop, local community facilities are expected to grow in step with the population.
Market snapshot
Bohle Plains property market
Median sale price
$740k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
4.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$657k
Median
$740k
Premium
$965k
Days on market
12
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
112
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +14.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Bohle Plains by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Bohle Plains, QLD 4817.
Population
3,989
residents (2021)
Median age
28
years
Household income
$2,329
median, per week
Median rent
$350
per week
Median mortgage
$1,733
per month
Mortgage / income
17%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Bohle Plains
$955k
12 Mossvale Street
Sold ~July 2026
$739k
31 Corkwood Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.98m
14 Lynwater Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.24m
45 Sunnymount Cct
Sold ~July 2026
$780k
13 Cardillah Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$339k
Lot 18 Ashwell Court
Sold ~July 2026
$349k
Lot 48 Morella Place
Sold ~July 2026
$379k
Lot 44 Morella Place
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Bohle Plains suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Bohle Plains?
The median house price in Bohle Plains, QLD is $740k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 16.5%.
How much is rent in Bohle Plains?
The median weekly rent in Bohle Plains is around $650 per week.
Is Bohle Plains a good place to live?
Bohle Plains is a locality in Townsville in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. Bohle Plains is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 3,989.
What is the population of Bohle Plains?
Bohle Plains has a population of 3,989 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 28.
How long do homes take to sell in Bohle Plains?
Properties in Bohle Plains take around 12 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Bohle Plains?
Entry-level properties in Bohle Plains start around $657k, while premium homes reach $965k.
What suburbs are near Bohle Plains?
Suburbs near Bohle Plains include Kirwan, Mount Louisa, Shaw, Thuringowa Central and Cosgrove.
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