Boggabri
NSW 2382 • Rest of NSW
About Boggabri
Boggabri is a small rural town in the Namoi Valley of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 25 kilometres north of Gunnedah and around 470 kilometres north-west of Sydney. With a population of about 1,200 (2021 Census) and a median age of 43, it serves as a service centre for the surrounding pastoral and cropping districts. The town has a predominantly Australian-born population with strong Anglo-Celtic heritage and a significant Indigenous community.
Boggabri offers a quiet, traditional country lifestyle with essential services including a primary school, general store, hotel, and sporting facilities. The town is known for its annual Boggabri Drovers Campfire event and proximity to the scenic Vickery State Forest and Namoi River for fishing and bushwalking. Coal mining in the surrounding area provides local employment alongside agriculture, making it an affordable option for families and retirees seeking a close-knit rural community.
Boggabri falls under postcode 2382 and is governed by Gunnedah Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink Coach — Gunnedah to Narrabri via Boggabri 30 min to Gunnedah
Commute to Gunnedah
🛣️ Nearest major centre is Gunnedah (25 km). Tamworth is approximately 90 km south. Car is essential for daily transport.
Most daily needs require a car, though the compact town centre has basic shops and services within walking distance for residents.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Boggabri Public School ICSEA 908Merton St
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41 Laidlaw Street
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Maules Creek
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Boggabri by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Boggabri Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Boggabri" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. New Zealand 11
- 2. England 8
- 3. Fiji 5
- 4. Taiwan 4
- 5. Indonesia 3
- 6. South Korea 3
- 7. Philippines 3
- 8. Sri Lanka 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)