Boolaroo

NSW 2284 • Rest of NSW

1,636
Population (2021)
$39,936
Median Income
2.71 km²
Area
25m
Elevation

About Boolaroo

Boolaroo is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lake Macquarie (City) area. With a population of 1,636 and a median income of $39,936, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.71 km² at an elevation of 25m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Boolaroo provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Boolaroo falls under postcode 2284 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2284
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - North
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.95°, 151.63°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.71 km²
Elevation
25m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,907
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,039
Census 2021
1,636
57.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,628
Income 2021
$39,936
30.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,401
Born Overseas 154

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 40
  • 2. New Zealand 22
  • 3. South Africa 12
  • 4. India 9
  • 5. Scotland 7
  • 6. United States 6
  • 7. Ireland 5
  • 8. Pakistan 5
  • 9. Philippines 5
  • 10. Italy 4
  • 11. South Korea 4
  • 12. Canada 3
  • 13. Germany 3
  • 14. Poland 3
  • 15. Vietnam 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 715
Australian 704
Scottish 201
Irish 165
Australian Aboriginal 79
German 62
Italian 29
Welsh 29
Indian 22
Maori 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,172
Both parents born in Australia
186
Both parents born overseas
194
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.8%
No Religion
43.0%
Hinduism
1.1%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
98 (6.0%)
5-14 years
187 (11.4%)
15-19 years
79 (4.8%)
20-24 years
99 (6.1%)
25-34 years
246 (15.0%)
35-44 years
209 (12.8%)
45-54 years
185 (11.3%)
55-64 years
210 (12.8%)
65-74 years
168 (10.3%)
75-84 years
122 (7.5%)
85+ years
28 (1.7%)

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