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Boggabilla

NSW 2409 • Rest of NSW

1,022
Population (2021)
$57,460
Median Household Income
1342.67 km²
Area
$155/wk
Median Rent
RuralBorder TownIndigenous CommunityAgricultural

About Boggabilla

Boggabilla is a small town on the NSW-Queensland border, situated on the southern bank of the Macintyre River approximately 115 km northeast of Moree and just 9 km from Goondiwindi. With a population of around 1,022, the town has a significant Aboriginal community, with 43.5% identifying as Indigenous Australian. The name derives from the Gamilaraay word 'bagaaybila' meaning 'full of creeks', reflecting the waterways that define the landscape.

Life in Boggabilla centres around its tight-knit rural community, with the iconic Wobbly Boot Hotel serving as a local gathering point. The town offers basic amenities including a health centre, a central school covering primary and secondary years, and a TAFE campus. Surrounded by pastoral farmland in the Moree Plains Shire, Boggabilla attracts those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle with strong community connections and proximity to the larger services available in nearby Goondiwindi.

Boggabilla falls under postcode 2409 and is governed by Moree Plains Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2409
Urban Area
Boggabilla
LGA / Council
Moree Plains
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.71°, 150.19°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1342.67 km²
Elevation
214m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$155
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$867
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
29.8%

15 state housing + 56 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Crisps Coaches — Moree (via North Star) 1h 20min
  • Crisps Coaches — Brisbane (via Goondiwindi, Toowoomba) 5h 30min

Commute to Moree

Distance
115 km
By Bus
1h 20min (weekly service)
By Car (Peak)
1h 20min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 15min

🛣️ No railway service - former Boggabilla line now closed. Weekly bus to Moree via Crisps Coaches. Private transport essential for daily needs. Goondiwindi (9 km) is the nearest town with more services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural town with minimal footpaths; private vehicle essential for all errands and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Boggabilla Central School ICSEA 670
    2409 Location map We are located at South St
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
  • 🏫
    Toomelah Public School ICSEA 625
    07 4676 2223 off Old Bruxner Hwy
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,849.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
593 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
1,240.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
31.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
639.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.9%
View all 62 offence types for Moree Plains →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
990
Census 2021
1,022
▲ 3.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$19,708
Personal Income 2021
$25,272
▲ 28.2% 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
$25,272 / yr
$486/wk
Household
$57,460 / yr
$1105/wk
Family
$64,376 / yr
$1238/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 687
Born Overseas 28

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 6
  • 2. United States 5
  • 3. New Zealand 4
  • 4. Philippines 3
  • 5. Scotland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian Aboriginal 405
Australian 191
English 190
Irish 55
Scottish 48
German 28
Lebanese 5
Italian 4
South African 3

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

662
Both parents born in Australia
31
Both parents born overseas
28
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
38.2%
No Religion
27.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
52 (5.1%)
5-14 years
172 (16.8%)
15-19 years
96 (9.4%)
20-24 years
67 (6.6%)
25-34 years
108 (10.6%)
35-44 years
118 (11.5%)
45-54 years
140 (13.7%)
55-64 years
143 (14.0%)
65-74 years
92 (9.0%)
75-84 years
33 (3.2%)
85+ years
9 (0.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boggabilla known for? +

Life in Boggabilla centres around its tight-knit rural community, with the iconic Wobbly Boot Hotel serving as a local gathering point.

How far is Boggabilla from Sydney CBD? +

Boggabilla is approximately 115 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 1h 20min in peak hour and 1h 15min off-peak.

Does Boggabilla have public transport? +

Bus services include Crisps Coaches, running to Moree (via North Star) in approximately 1h 20min.

What is the population of Boggabilla? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boggabilla has a population of 1,022 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Boggabilla a good place to live? +

Boggabilla is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The town offers basic amenities including a health centre, a central school covering primary and secondary years, and a TAFE campus.

What is the postcode for Boggabilla? +

The postcode for Boggabilla is 2409. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Boggabilla? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Boggabilla is about $486 per week (around $25,300 per year). The median household income is $1,105 per week and the median family income is $1,238 per week.

What is the age profile of Boggabilla? +

The median age in Boggabilla is 36. The largest age group is 5–14 (172 residents, around 17%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Boggabilla a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boggabilla is part of the Moree Plains 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 Boggabilla? +

In Boggabilla, the median weekly rent is $155, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $867 (2021 Census).