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Booyong

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

84
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandLeafyPeacefulBushland
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About Booyong

Booyong is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, sitting in the hinterland between Lismore and Byron Bay approximately 20 kilometres north-east of Lismore. The locality straddles both the Byron Shire and the City of Lismore local government areas, covering around 9 square kilometres of subtropical hinterland. With a 2021 Census population of 84, Booyong remains a lightly settled community set among rolling hills and remnant rainforest.

The area is notable for containing the Booyong Flora Reserve (now part of Andrew Johnston Big Scrub Nature Reserve), a 13-hectare remnant of the once vast Big Scrub subtropical rainforest — one of the last fragments of a 75,000-hectare lowland rainforest that covered much of the Northern Rivers hinterland before European settlement. The locality takes its name from the Bundjalung word for the booyong ironwood tree, reflecting the deep Indigenous heritage of the region. Residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle with easy access to the boutique village of Clunes, the regional centre of Lismore, and the famous beaches and cafes of Byron Bay just 30 kilometres to the north-east.

Booyong falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by the Byron Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2480
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Byron
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.71°, 153.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.30 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2480

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2480, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,443
Median 2023–24
$50,499
▲ 21.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,215

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2480; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Route 641X (Blanch's/CDC Bus) — Lismore / Byron Bay 30–40 min to Lismore

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
760 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest regional coach from Lismore or Byron Bay
By Car (Peak)
8–9 hrs to Sydney CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hrs to Sydney CBD

🛣️ Lismore (~20 km) is the nearest regional centre; Byron Bay (~30 km) accessible via Bangalow Road; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Booyong is a rural hinterland locality with no shops or services; a car is essential for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
84
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
240.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
293.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.6%
Non-DV assault
682.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
465.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.6%
View all 62 offence types for Byron →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Booyong known for? +

Booyong is known for the Booyong Flora Reserve, a remnant of the Big Scrub — once the largest area of lowland subtropical rainforest in Australia. The locality takes its name from the Bundjalung word for the booyong ironwood tree, and it retains strong ecological and Indigenous cultural significance.

How far is Booyong from Lismore? +

Booyong is approximately 20 kilometres north-east of Lismore, making it around a 20–25 minute drive to the regional centre via local hinterland roads.

Does Booyong have public transport? +

Booyong is served by limited regional bus services including Route 641X operated by CDC, linking the area to Lismore and Byron Bay via Clunes and Bangalow. There is no rail service to Booyong; a car is the most practical form of transport.

What is the population of Booyong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Booyong has a population of 84 residents, up from 76 in 2016 — a growth of approximately 10.5%. It is a small but slowly growing rural locality.

Is Booyong a good place to live? +

Booyong appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Northern Rivers hinterland, with proximity to both the vibrant Byron Bay area and the regional services of Lismore. Its natural environment, including remnant Big Scrub rainforest, makes it attractive to nature lovers and those seeking a tree-change.

What is the postcode for Booyong? +

The postcode for Booyong, New South Wales is 2480.

Is Booyong a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Booyong is part of the Byron 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.