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Boorooma

NSW 2650 • Rest of NSW

1,741
Population (2021)
$124,748
Median Household Income
1.50 km²
Area
$415/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyUniversityRiverina

About Boorooma

Boorooma is a developing residential suburb in the north of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, situated beyond the Murrumbidgee River floodplains. The suburb is a near-neighbour of Charles Sturt University's Wagga Wagga campus (referred to as the Boorooma Campus) and borders the Olympic Highway to the south. With a population of approximately 863 (2016 census), Boorooma is actively transitioning from rural-residential to more intensive urban development as Wagga Wagga expands northward.

Boorooma is home to notable educational institutions including Vianney College Seminary and The Riverina Anglican College, lending the suburb a distinct educational character. Families are drawn by the spacious blocks, newer housing estates, and proximity to Charles Sturt University's facilities and sporting grounds. Wagga Wagga's retail centre, the Sturt Mall, and the city's parks and entertainment options are easily accessible, and the suburb sits within easy reach of the Murrumbidgee River walking and cycling trails.

Boorooma falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by Wagga Wagga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
Wagga Wagga - Surrounds
LGA / Council
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.37°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.50 km²
Elevation
201m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$766K
57 sales · ▲ 5.7% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$415
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
27 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga
5 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Transit Systems Wagga Wagga — Wagga Wagga CBD / Charles Sturt University ~15–20 min to Wagga CBD

Commute to Wagga Wagga

Distance
5 km
By Train
Drive to Wagga Wagga station (~10 min); CountryLink trains to Sydney ~5 hr, Melbourne ~5 hr
By Bus
Transit Systems local bus ~15–20 min to Wagga Wagga CBD
By Car (Peak)
~10–15 min to Wagga Wagga CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
~8–10 min to Wagga Wagga CBD

🛣️ Good connectivity to Wagga Wagga by both bus and car; rail accessible via city station

Walkability Low

Suburban streets with limited pedestrian infrastructure; bus service to Wagga CBD but car preferred for most trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Boorooma, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Bomen Railway Station
Main Southern railway Bomen NSW 2650 • SHR #01093

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area, which contains Boorooma. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
863
Census 2021
1,741
▲ 101.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$41,756
Personal Income 2021
$55,120
▲ 32.0% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$55,120 / yr
$1060/wk
Household
$124,748 / yr
$2399/wk
Family
$135,044 / yr
$2597/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,377
Born Overseas 330

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 79
  • 2. China 50
  • 3. Iraq 28
  • 4. England 22
  • 5. Pakistan 20
  • 6. Philippines 19
  • 7. New Zealand 15
  • 8. Vietnam 11
  • 9. Fiji 7
  • 10. Italy 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 698
English 595
Irish 171
Scottish 166
Indian 107
German 85
Australian Aboriginal 78
Chinese 66
Italian 33
Filipino 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,171
Both parents born in Australia
405
Both parents born overseas
126
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.1%
No Religion
36.3%
Islam
3.3%
Hinduism
1.7%
Buddhism
1.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
208 (11.9%)
5-14 years
246 (14.1%)
15-19 years
93 (5.3%)
20-24 years
211 (12.1%)
25-34 years
421 (24.2%)
35-44 years
268 (15.4%)
45-54 years
139 (8.0%)
55-64 years
63 (3.6%)
65-74 years
52 (3.0%)
75-84 years
24 (1.4%)
85+ years
3 (0.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boorooma known for? +

Boorooma is home to notable educational institutions including Vianney College Seminary and The Riverina Anglican College, lending the suburb a distinct educational character.

How far is Boorooma from Sydney CBD? +

Boorooma is approximately 5 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~10–15 min to Wagga Wagga CBD in peak hour and ~8–10 min to Wagga Wagga CBD off-peak.

Does Boorooma have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Wagga Wagga (5 km away, approximately Not walkable walk) on the Main South line (Sydney–Melbourne). Bus services include Transit Systems Wagga Wagga, running to Wagga Wagga CBD / Charles Sturt University in approximately ~15–20 min to Wagga CBD.

What is the population of Boorooma? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boorooma has a population of 1,741 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Boorooma a good place to live? +

Boorooma is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Families are drawn by the spacious blocks, newer housing estates, and proximity to Charles Sturt University's facilities and sporting grounds.

What is the postcode for Boorooma? +

The postcode for Boorooma is 2650. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Boorooma? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Boorooma is about $1,060 per week (around $55,100 per year). The median household income is $2,399 per week and the median family income is $2,597 per week.

What is the median house price in Boorooma? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $766,000, up 5.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Boorooma? +

The median age in Boorooma is 27. The largest age group is 25–34 (421 residents, around 24%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 5% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Boorooma a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boorooma 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.

How much is rent in Boorooma? +

In Boorooma, the median weekly rent is $415, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).