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Booti Booti

NSW 2428 • New South Wales

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Population (2021)
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Median Personal Income
2.55 km²
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Median Rent
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About Booti Booti

Booti Booti is a small coastal locality on the NSW Mid North Coast, situated approximately 282 kilometres north of Sydney and immediately south of the Forster-Tuncurry township. The locality shares its name with the adjoining Booti Booti National Park, which derives from 'butibuti', the Worimi Aboriginal word meaning 'plenty of honey'. The area is nestled between the Pacific Ocean beaches and the tranquil waters of Wallis Lake, giving it a spectacular natural setting with very limited permanent residential development.

Booti Booti is primarily known as a nature destination rather than a residential suburb, attracting bushwalkers, campers, and beach lovers drawn to its scenic headlands, rainforest trails, and 11 kilometres of estuarine foreshore. The national park encompasses beautiful beaches such as Seven Mile Beach and Elizabeth Beach, along with refreshing rainforest canopy walks and rich Aboriginal cultural heritage. Those who do live in or near the locality enjoy a quiet, nature-immersed lifestyle, with Forster-Tuncurry providing nearby shopping, schools, and services.

Booti Booti falls under postcode 2428 and is governed by the Mid-Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Myall Lakes electorate.

📍 Location

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

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2428

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2428, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,437
Median 2023–24
$45,834
▲ 25.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,951

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2428; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
282 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest station is Taree (~55km south)
By Car (Peak)
3.5-4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3-3.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; accessed via the Pacific Highway and local roads through Forster-Tuncurry

Walkability Car-Dependent

Isolated coastal locality within a national park; no public transport; vehicle required for all services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Booti Booti NSW known for? +

Booti Booti is best known for Booti Booti National Park, a stunning coastal reserve on the NSW Mid North Coast that features scenic headlands, rainforest walks, beautiful beaches, and 11km of Wallis Lake foreshore. The name comes from the Worimi word 'butibuti', meaning 'plenty of honey'.

Where is Booti Booti located? +

Booti Booti is located on the NSW Mid North Coast, about 282km north of Sydney and immediately south of Forster-Tuncurry. It sits between the Pacific Ocean and Wallis Lake, within the Mid-Coast LGA.

Can you camp at Booti Booti National Park? +

Yes, Booti Booti National Park has camping facilities at Ruins Beach and other sites within the park, managed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. Bookings are generally required, especially during peak holiday periods.

Is Booti Booti a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Booti Booti is part of the Mid-Coast 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.