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Boomanoomana

NSW 2712 • New South Wales

116
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
246.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietRiversideAffordable
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About Boomanoomana

Boomanoomana is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated near the township of Berrigan in the Murray electorate. Covering a substantial 246.5 square kilometres of flat pastoral country between Berrigan and the Murray River, the locality had a population of 116 at the 2021 Census. With a median household income of around $35,250 per year — below the state average — Boomanoomana reflects the modest economic character typical of small Riverina farming communities.

Life in Boomanoomana revolves around the agricultural cycle of the Riverina, with properties across the locality primarily engaged in irrigated farming, sheep grazing, and cropping that defines this part of southern New South Wales. Residents rely on the nearby township of Berrigan for essential services, shops, and community facilities, while the larger centre of Deniliquin is accessible within an hour. The locality's vast, flat landscape, big skies, and close proximity to the Murray River corridor make it attractive to those who enjoy the peace and productivity of regional Australian farming life.

Boomanoomana falls under postcode 2712 and is governed by the Berrigan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Farrer, while state elections fall under the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2712
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Berrigan
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.75°, 145.87°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
246.50 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2712

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2712, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$35,250
Median 2023–24
$49,455
▲ 40.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,031

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2712; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Berrigan / Deniliquin Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
640 km
By Train
No practical direct train service; drive to Albury (~160km) for NSW TrainLink
By Car (Peak)
7-8 hrs via Hume Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
6.5-7.5 hrs

🛣️ Melbourne CBD is closer (~340km, ~3.5 hrs via Hume Hwy). Most residents rely entirely on private vehicle.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Boomanoomana is a remote rural locality with no walkable services; private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
116
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
173.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
196.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
323.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
92.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Berrigan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boomanoomana known for? +

Boomanoomana is known for its expansive pastoral farmland in the Riverina, encompassing irrigated cropping and grazing properties characteristic of the Murray River region in southern New South Wales.

How far is Boomanoomana from Sydney? +

Boomanoomana is approximately 640 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a drive of around 7–8 hours. Melbourne is significantly closer at approximately 340 kilometres, or about 3.5 hours.

Does Boomanoomana have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Boomanoomana. Residents rely on private vehicles for all travel, with the nearest towns of Berrigan and Tocumwal providing the closest services.

What is the population of Boomanoomana? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boomanoomana has a population of 116 residents, spread across a large rural area of 246 square kilometres.

Is Boomanoomana a good place to live? +

Boomanoomana is well-suited to those who work in agriculture and value wide open spaces, low property prices, and the community-oriented lifestyle of small Riverina towns. It is not suitable for those needing urban services or public transport.

What is the postcode for Boomanoomana? +

Boomanoomana, New South Wales, has the postcode 2712.

Is Boomanoomana a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boomanoomana is part of the Berrigan 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.