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Buronga

NSW 2739 • Rest of NSW

1,252
Population (2021)
$71,812
Median Household Income
15.46 km²
Area
$203/wk
Median Rent
Border TownRegionalAffordableMurray RiverRural Lifestyle

About Buronga

Buronga is a small town on the NSW side of the Murray River, directly across from Mildura in Victoria. Connected by the George Chaffey Bridge, it effectively operates as a satellite suburb of the Mildura regional centre. With a population of around 1,252 across 15 square kilometres, Buronga serves as the NSW gateway to the Sunraysia region.

The town functions as the industrial base for Wentworth Shire, hosting businesses, warehouses, and Essential Energy operations. Residents enjoy affordable housing while accessing Mildura's comprehensive amenities just minutes across the bridge. Tourist attractions include Orange World and the nearby Australian Inland Botanic Gardens. Buronga suits those wanting regional NSW living with the convenience of Mildura's shopping, dining, and services.

Buronga falls under postcode 2739 and is governed by Wentworth Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2739
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wentworth
Federal Electorate
Farrer
State Electorate
Murray
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.16°, 142.19°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
15.46 km²
Elevation
42m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$505K
25 sales · ▲ 12.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$280K
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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)
$203
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,300
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
38 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.9%

5 state housing + 12 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Mildura bus services — Mildura CBD, Shopping centres 10-15 min

Commute to Mildura (Regional Centre)

Distance
4 km
By Train
N/A - no passenger rail
By Bus
Regular bus services to Mildura
By Car (Peak)
5-10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Mildura is primary service centre; Sydney 1,050km by road

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small town centre with limited local amenities; car needed for most services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Buronga Public School ICSEA 870
    5023 2260 BURONGA PUBLIC SCHOOL 1-15 CHAPMAN STREET
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

St Ignatius School
30 Caddell Street Wentworth • SHR #01507

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
435.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
397.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
358.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
384.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Wentworth →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,212
Census 2021
1,252
▲ 3.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$30,836
Personal Income 2021
$40,144
▲ 30.2% 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
$40,144 / yr
$772/wk
Household
$71,812 / yr
$1381/wk
Family
$90,636 / yr
$1743/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 989
Born Overseas 120

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 20
  • 2. Italy 14
  • 3. India 11
  • 4. Croatia 6
  • 5. New Zealand 4
  • 6. Thailand 4
  • 7. Turkey 4
  • 8. United States 4
  • 9. Netherlands 3
  • 10. Pakistan 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 476
English 436
Scottish 124
Irish 111
Australian Aboriginal 90
Italian 80
German 56
Croatian 14
Indian 11
Dutch 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

869
Both parents born in Australia
155
Both parents born overseas
96
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.1%
No Religion
41.4%
Islam
0.9%
Buddhism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
81 (6.5%)
5-14 years
180 (14.4%)
15-19 years
82 (6.5%)
20-24 years
59 (4.7%)
25-34 years
178 (14.2%)
35-44 years
168 (13.4%)
45-54 years
165 (13.2%)
55-64 years
154 (12.3%)
65-74 years
112 (8.9%)
75-84 years
65 (5.2%)
85+ years
11 (0.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buronga known for? +

The town functions as the industrial base for Wentworth Shire, hosting businesses, warehouses, and Essential Energy operations.

How far is Buronga from Sydney CBD? +

Buronga is approximately 4 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 5-10 min in peak hour and 5 min off-peak.

Does Buronga have public transport? +

Bus services include Mildura bus services, running to Mildura CBD, Shopping centres in approximately 10-15 min.

What is the population of Buronga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Buronga has a population of 1,252 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Buronga a good place to live? +

Buronga is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents enjoy affordable housing while accessing Mildura's comprehensive amenities just minutes across the bridge.

What is the postcode for Buronga? +

The postcode for Buronga is 2739. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Buronga? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Buronga is about $772 per week (around $40,100 per year). The median household income is $1,381 per week and the median family income is $1,743 per week.

What is the median house price in Buronga? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $505,000, up 12.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $280,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Buronga? +

The median age in Buronga is 38. The largest age group is 5–14 (180 residents, around 14%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Buronga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Buronga is part of the Wentworth 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 Buronga? +

In Buronga, the median weekly rent is $203, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,300 (2021 Census).