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Boomerang Beach

NSW 2428 • New South Wales

423
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalSurf BeachHoliday DestinationNational ParkScenic

About Boomerang Beach

Boomerang Beach is a small coastal locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated within the Pacific Palms township approximately 282 kilometres north of Sydney and near Forster-Tuncurry. With a permanent population of around 296, it is a largely holiday-oriented community where owner-occupiers and holiday-home owners share a spectacular stretch of coastline. The 1.45-kilometre beach is backed by dune vegetation and flanked by the protected bushland of Booti Booti National Park.

Boomerang Beach was named Australia's second-best beach in 2023 and is home to the annual World Surf League Great Lakes Pro event, cementing its reputation as one of the nation's premier surf destinations. Recreational activities include surfing, swimming, fishing, and snorkelling, while the Booti Booti National Park offers bushwalking and wildlife spotting. The nearby village of Pacific Palms provides a small shopping precinct, the Blueys Beach store, and local cafés, with Forster (20 km north) providing full services including supermarkets and a hospital.

Boomerang Beach falls under postcode 2428 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Myall Lakes electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2428
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Myall Lakes
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.20°, 152.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.95 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.07M
16 sales · ▲ 164.8% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$820K
9 sales · ▲ 3.8% 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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Taree
55 km
N/A – drive only

Bus Services

  • Manning Valley Buslines — Forster / Taree 25–30 min to Forster

Commute to Sydney

Distance
282 km
By Train
N/A – no local train station; nearest is Taree (~55 km away) for NSW TrainLink services
By Bus
~30 min to Forster; coach connections to Sydney ~4 h
By Car (Peak)
3 h 15 min to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 h to Sydney

🛣️ This is primarily a holiday and sea-change destination. Forster-Tuncurry (20 km north) is the nearest major service centre.

Walkability Car Dependent

Beach access is on foot, but all shopping, dining, and services require a short drive to Pacific Palms or Forster. Limited local amenities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
423
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boomerang Beach known for? +

Boomerang Beach was named Australia's second-best beach in 2023 and is home to the annual World Surf League Great Lakes Pro event, cementing its reputation as one of the nation's premier surf destinations.

How far is Boomerang Beach from Sydney CBD? +

Boomerang Beach is approximately 282 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 3 h 15 min to Sydney in peak hour and 3 h to Sydney off-peak.

Does Boomerang Beach have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Taree (55 km away, approximately N/A – drive only walk) on the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line (Sydney to Brisbane). Bus services include Manning Valley Buslines, running to Forster / Taree in approximately 25–30 min to Forster.

What is the population of Boomerang Beach? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boomerang Beach has a population of 423 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Boomerang Beach a good place to live? +

Boomerang Beach is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Recreational activities include surfing, swimming, fishing, and snorkelling, while the Booti Booti National Park offers bushwalking and wildlife spotting.

What is the postcode for Boomerang Beach? +

The postcode for Boomerang Beach is 2428. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Boomerang Beach? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,072,500, up 164.8% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $820,000, up 3.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.