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Boorga

NSW 2652 • New South Wales

27
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
253.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiverinaRemoteNSW
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About Boorga

Boorga is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located approximately 18 kilometres north of Wagga Wagga near the junction of the Murrumbidgee catchment. Covering around 253 square kilometres of predominantly flat agricultural land, the area is characterised by broad-acre cropping, sheep, and mixed farming typical of the southern Riverina. With only 27 people counted in the 2021 census, Boorga functions essentially as a farming district with no formal township or village centre.

Residents of Boorga are well positioned to access Wagga Wagga's substantial regional services, including shopping precincts, hospitals, the Charles Sturt University campus, and the base for regional rail and air connections. The locality sits within the federal electorate of Riverina and the NSW state electorate of Wagga Wagga, reflecting its close functional ties to that regional city. The surrounding countryside offers tranquil open farmland typical of the Riverina, attracting those who value a working rural lifestyle with convenient access to a major regional centre.

Boorga falls under postcode 2652 and is governed by the Wagga Wagga Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2652
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.41°, 147.65°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
253.18 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2652

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2652 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,414
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,570

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2652; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga
18 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Regional bus services — Wagga Wagga CBD 25–35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
460 km
By Train
Drive to Wagga Wagga station (~18 km), then NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (~5.5 hrs)
By Bus
Not available
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4.5 hrs to Sydney; 20 min to Wagga Wagga
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4 hrs to Sydney; 18 min to Wagga Wagga

🛣️ Wagga Wagga is the primary service hub at ~18 km. Fly from Wagga Wagga Airport to Sydney in 1 hr.

Walkability Car Dependent

A purely agricultural locality with no village amenities. Private vehicle is essential; Wagga Wagga is the nearest major service centre.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
27
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.1%
Motor vehicle theft
239.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
645.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
10.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
559.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Wagga Wagga →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boorga known for? +

Residents of Boorga are well positioned to access Wagga Wagga's substantial regional services, including shopping precincts, hospitals, the Charles Sturt University campus, and the base for regional rail and air connections.

How far is Boorga from Sydney CBD? +

Boorga is approximately 460 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx. 4.5 hrs to Sydney; 20 min to Wagga Wagga in peak hour and Approx. 4 hrs to Sydney; 18 min to Wagga Wagga off-peak.

Does Boorga have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Wagga Wagga (18 km away, approximately Not walkable walk) on the NSW TrainLink Main South Line (Sydney–Melbourne corridor). Bus services include Regional bus services, running to Wagga Wagga CBD in approximately 25–35 min.

What is the population of Boorga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boorga has a very small population of approximately 27 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Boorga a good place to live? +

Boorga is a sparsely populated locality suited to those seeking a rural or wilderness experience rather than typical suburban amenities.

What is the postcode for Boorga? +

The postcode for Boorga is 2652. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Boorga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boorga is part of the Wagga Wagga 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.