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Boolboonda

QLD 4671 • Queensland

55
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
34.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Boolboonda

Boolboonda is a small rural locality in the Burnett region of Queensland near Bundaberg, situated approximately 360 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 35 square kilometres of grazing and farming land in the southern Burnett River district.

The nearest town of Gin Gin, approximately 40 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Burnett region is known for its beef cattle, macadamia nuts, and sugarcane, with the Bundaberg coast nearby. There is no public transport serving Boolboonda; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Boolboonda falls under postcode 4671 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.08°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
34.75 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4671

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4671, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$31,294
Median 2023–24
$38,251
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,509

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4671; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
360 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
5 hr - 5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr - 5 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Gin Gin is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
55
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Bundaberg Local Government Area, which contains Boolboonda. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
490 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
238.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 120.4%
Non-FV assault
670.3 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Up 64.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
364.3 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Up 14.8%
View all offence categories for Bundaberg →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boolboonda known for? +

Boolboonda is a quiet rural locality in the Burnett region of Queensland near Bundaberg. The locality covers approximately 35 square kilometres of grazing and farming land in the southern Burnett River district.

How far is Boolboonda from Brisbane CBD? +

Boolboonda is approximately 360 kilometres from Brisbane CBD, roughly a 5 to 5 hour drive.

Does Boolboonda have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Boolboonda. A private vehicle is essential, with Gin Gin approximately 40 kilometres away.

What is the population of Boolboonda? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boolboonda has a small population of around 50 to 60 residents, typical of the sparsely settled the Burnett region of Queensland near Bundaberg.

Is Boolboonda a good place to live? +

Boolboonda suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Burnett region of Queensland near Bundaberg, with Gin Gin providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Boolboonda? +

The postcode for Boolboonda is 4671, covering this rural locality in the Burnett region of Queensland near Bundaberg.

Is Boolboonda a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boolboonda is part of the Bundaberg 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.