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Booborowie

SA 5417 • South Australia

205
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
172.24 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuiet
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About Booborowie

Booborowie is a small rural locality in the Mid North region of South Australia, situated approximately 200 kilometres north of Adelaide within the Regional Council of Goyder. The locality was established as a township in 1877, with its pastoral history stretching back to the 1840s when the Booborowie run was taken up by the Browne brothers. Covering around 172 square kilometres of open farming country, Booborowie had a population of 205 at the 2021 Census and is surrounded by the wheat and sheep landscapes characteristic of Goyder's Line country.

The area is close to the Barrier Highway corridor and within reasonable reach of regional centres such as Burra, approximately 20 kilometres to the south-east, which offers supermarkets, schools, and heritage tourism facilities. Booborowie suits those who value the space, quiet, and community character of South Australia's mid-north pastoral country. The surrounding landscape features open farmland, low hills, and the timeless feel of a working agricultural district with deep historical roots in the state's pastoral heritage.

Booborowie falls under postcode 5417 and is governed by the Goyder Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Stuart electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5417
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Goyder
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Stuart
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.46°, 139.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
172.24 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5417

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5417, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,189
Median 2023–24
$45,158
▲ 18.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,808

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5417; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Burra / Clare Valley / Adelaide Varies

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; main access via the Barrier Highway and Goyder Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small rural locality with no walkable services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
205
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Booborowie known for? +

Booborowie is known for its deep pastoral heritage, with a history dating to the 1840s when the Booborowie run was one of the early large pastoral leases in South Australia's mid-north. The area remains an active agricultural district focused on wheat and sheep farming.

How far is Booborowie from Adelaide? +

Booborowie is approximately 200 kilometres north of Adelaide, a drive of around 2 to 2.5 hours via the Barrier Highway.

Does Booborowie have public transport? +

Booborowie has no rail service. Public transport is very limited and a private vehicle is essential. The nearest town with broader services is Burra, approximately 20 kilometres to the south-east.

What is the population of Booborowie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Booborowie had a population of 205 people, consistent with its character as a small, spread-out rural locality.

Is Booborowie a good place to live? +

Booborowie appeals to those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in South Australia's historic mid-north. Life here centres on the agricultural calendar, and residents enjoy the wide open spaces and community character of Goyder Country.

What is the postcode for Booborowie? +

The postcode for Booborowie, South Australia is 5417.