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Boro

NSW 2622 • New South Wales

97
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
60.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSouthern TablelandsHistoricRemote
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About Boro

Boro is a small rural locality in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Region of New South Wales, situated near the village of Tarago approximately 50 kilometres south of Goulburn and around 80 kilometres north of Canberra. At the 2021 census it had a population of just 97 people, making it one of the more sparsely settled localities in the Southern Tablelands. The name Boro is derived from an Aboriginal bora ring, and Boro Creek — a tributary of the Shoalhaven River — flows through the area.

The locality is centred on grazing and rural lifestyle properties set among the open tablelands landscape, with the historic village of Tarago providing a small community hub. Residents seeking services travel to Goulburn or, given the proximity to the ACT border, to Queanbeyan or Canberra for shopping, healthcare, and employment. Boro suits those drawn to a very quiet rural life with scenic creek country and wide pastoral views.

Boro falls under postcode 2622 and is governed by the Queanbeyan-Palerang Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2622
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Queanbeyan-Palerang
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
South Coast
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.63°, 149.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
60.70 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2622

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2622, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,913
Median 2023–24
$50,413
▲ 17.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,537

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2622; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Goulburn
52 km
Main Southern line (NSW TrainLink)

Bus Services

  • Local school bus — Tarago / Goulburn Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
270 km
By Train
Drive ~52 km to Goulburn then NSW TrainLink ~2 hr to Sydney Central
By Bus
Not practical
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3 hr to Sydney; ~55 min to Canberra
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2 hr 45 min to Sydney; ~50 min to Canberra

🛣️ Nearest large city is Canberra (~80 km). Goulburn is the nearest train station (~52 km).

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely rural with no walkable services; private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
97
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
154.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.2%
Motor vehicle theft
127.1 / 100k
2yr Down 10.5% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
279.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
215.4 / 100k
2yr Down 4.6% 10yr Down 9.1%
View all 62 offence types for Queanbeyan-Palerang →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boro known for? +

The locality is centred on grazing and rural lifestyle properties set among the open tablelands landscape, with the historic village of Tarago providing a small community hub.

How far is Boro from Sydney CBD? +

Boro is approximately 270 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx. 3 hr to Sydney; ~55 min to Canberra in peak hour and Approx. 2 hr 45 min to Sydney; ~50 min to Canberra off-peak.

Does Boro have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Goulburn (52 km away, approximately null walk) on the Main Southern line (NSW TrainLink). Bus services include Local school bus, running to Tarago / Goulburn in approximately Varies.

What is the population of Boro? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boro has a very small population of approximately 97 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Boro a good place to live? +

Boro is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents seeking services travel to Goulburn or, given the proximity to the ACT border, to Queanbeyan or Canberra for shopping, healthcare, and employment.

What is the postcode for Boro? +

The postcode for Boro is 2622. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Boro a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boro is part of the Queanbeyan-Palerang 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.