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Boambee East

NSW 2452 • Rest of NSW

5,304
Population (2021)
$73,164
Median Household Income
3.66 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableCoastal HinterlandQuietGrowth Suburb

About Boambee East

Boambee East is a residential suburb in the Coffs Harbour region of New South Wales, located approximately 6 kilometres south of the Coffs Harbour CBD. With a population of around 5,300, it sits within the Sawtell urban area and forms part of the City of Coffs Harbour local government area. The suburb is situated between the Pacific Highway and Boambee Creek, offering a quiet suburban setting close to both the coast and hinterland. It is a predominantly family-oriented community with a mix of established homes and newer developments.

Boambee East offers an affordable and relaxed lifestyle with easy access to Coffs Harbour's beaches, shops, and services. The suburb features Sawtell Road as its main connector, with local parks, walking trails along Boambee Creek, and proximity to the Coffs Harbour Health Campus. Families are drawn to the area for its quiet streets, local primary school, and proximity to Sawtell's village atmosphere and beach. The suburb also benefits from being close to the Pacific Highway and Coffs Harbour Airport.

Boambee East falls under postcode 2452 and is governed by Coffs Harbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coffs Harbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2452
Urban Area
Sawtell
LGA / Council
Coffs Harbour
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Coffs Harbour
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.35°, 153.08°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.66 km²
Elevation
12m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Boambee East for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$793K
86 sales · ▲ 8.6% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$618K
17 sales · ▲ 6.5% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,619
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.9%

59 state housing + 21 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 361 — Coffs Harbour CBD via Sawtell 15 mins
  • 363 — Toormina Shopping Centre 10 mins

Commute to Coffs Harbour CBD

Distance
6 km
By Bus
15-20 mins
By Car (Peak)
10-15 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
8-10 mins

🛣️ No train station; nearest rail is Coffs Harbour station (8 km). Bus services run along Sawtell Road.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though some local amenities are accessible on foot along Sawtell Road

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Coffs Harbour Local Government Area, which contains Boambee East. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
419.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
304 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.6%
Non-DV assault
593.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
17.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
428.3 / 100k
2yr Down 20.4% 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Coffs Harbour →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,243
Census 2021
5,304
▲ 1.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,888
Personal Income 2021
$36,712
▲ 18.9% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$36,712 / yr
$706/wk
Household
$73,164 / yr
$1407/wk
Family
$86,268 / yr
$1659/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,577
Born Overseas 572

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 184
  • 2. New Zealand 70
  • 3. Germany 21
  • 4. Netherlands 21
  • 5. Scotland 21
  • 6. Philippines 20
  • 7. India 19
  • 8. South Africa 18
  • 9. Iraq 10
  • 10. Thailand 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,350
Australian 2,298
Irish 673
Scottish 631
Australian Aboriginal 396
German 205
Italian 120
Dutch 81
Chinese 54
New Zealander 38

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,823
Both parents born in Australia
718
Both parents born overseas
594
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.4%
No Religion
43.7%
Buddhism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.5%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
304 (5.7%)
5-14 years
740 (14.0%)
15-19 years
347 (6.5%)
20-24 years
222 (4.2%)
25-34 years
611 (11.5%)
35-44 years
607 (11.4%)
45-54 years
667 (12.6%)
55-64 years
686 (12.9%)
65-74 years
656 (12.4%)
75-84 years
349 (6.6%)
85+ years
112 (2.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boambee East known for? +

Boambee East offers an affordable and relaxed lifestyle with easy access to Coffs Harbour's beaches, shops, and services.

How far is Boambee East from Sydney CBD? +

Boambee East is approximately 6 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 10-15 mins in peak hour and 8-10 mins off-peak.

Does Boambee East have public transport? +

Bus services include 361, running to Coffs Harbour CBD via Sawtell in approximately 15 mins.

What is the population of Boambee East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boambee East has a population of 5,304 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Boambee East a good place to live? +

Boambee East is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb features Sawtell Road as its main connector, with local parks, walking trails along Boambee Creek, and proximity to the Coffs Harbour Health Campus.

What is the postcode for Boambee East? +

The postcode for Boambee East is 2452. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Boambee East? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Boambee East is about $706 per week (around $36,700 per year). The median household income is $1,407 per week and the median family income is $1,659 per week.

What is the median house price in Boambee East? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $792,750, up 8.6% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $617,500, up 6.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Boambee East? +

The median age in Boambee East is 42. The largest age group is 5–14 (740 residents, around 14%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Boambee East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boambee East is part of the Coffs Harbour LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Boambee East? +

In Boambee East, the median weekly rent is $410, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,619 (2021 Census).