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Boorolite

VIC 3723 • Victoria

166
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
74.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHigh CountryPastoralQuiet
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About Boorolite

Boorolite is a small rural locality in Victoria's picturesque north-east, nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range within the Mansfield Shire, approximately 200 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. The locality covers around 74 square kilometres of predominantly pastoral land and was home to 166 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 54 dwellings. The area is characterised by undulating grazing country and forested ranges, with the Boorolite River — a tributary of the Delatite — flowing through the locality's valleys.

Surrounded by the scenic High Country landscapes that draw visitors to the Mansfield region, Boorolite offers a tranquil rural lifestyle within easy reach of the township of Mansfield, which provides schools, shops, medical services, and a gateway to Mount Buller and the alpine areas. The region is popular with outdoor enthusiasts for horse riding, fishing, hiking, and exploring surrounding state forests and mountain country. Boorolite suits those seeking a working farm, rural retreat, or acreage lifestyle set against the backdrop of Victoria's iconic High Country scenery.

Boorolite falls under postcode 3723 and is governed by the Mansfield Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Indi, while state elections fall under the Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3723
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mansfield
Federal Electorate
Indi
State Electorate
Ovens Valley (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.89°, 146.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
74.44 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3723

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3723 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$42,391
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3723; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Mansfield N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No train service; would require driving to Seymour or Yea for rail connection to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5–3 hours

🛣️ Maroondah Highway and Hume Freeway provide the main route to Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Boorolite is a dispersed rural locality with no village centre; a car is essential for all daily needs, with Mansfield the nearest service town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
166
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
118.5 / 100k
2yr Down 21.9% 10yr Down 51.1%
Motor vehicle theft
72.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 20.9%
Non-FV assault
209.7 / 100k
2yr Up 16.4% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
182.3 / 100k
2yr Up 28.2% 10yr Down 43.5%
View all offence subgroups for Mansfield →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boorolite known for? +

Boorolite is known for its peaceful High Country pastoral landscapes in Victoria's north-east, set in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range near Mansfield. The Boorolite River valley and the surrounding state forests make it a quiet rural haven popular with farming families and those seeking acreage properties.

How far is Boorolite from Melbourne? +

Boorolite is approximately 200 kilometres north-east of Melbourne CBD, typically a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Maroondah Highway and Hume Freeway.

Does Boorolite have public transport? +

There is no rail or regular bus service to Boorolite. The nearest train stations are at Seymour or Yea, approximately 80–100 kilometres away. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Boorolite? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boorolite has a population of 166 residents across approximately 54 dwellings, reflecting its character as a small and sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Boorolite a good place to live? +

Boorolite is well-suited to those seeking a rural or farming lifestyle in Victoria's High Country. The township of Mansfield is nearby for schools and services, and the region offers excellent access to Mount Buller, state forests, and the outdoor recreation for which the area is renowned.

What is the postcode for Boorolite? +

The postcode for Boorolite is 3723.

Is Boorolite a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boorolite is part of the Mansfield 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.