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Boompa

QLD 4621 • Queensland

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
312.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalPeaceful

About Boompa

Boompa is a remote rural locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, situated approximately 66 kilometres west of Maryborough and 19 kilometres south-east of Biggenden. Covering around 312 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land, the locality falls within the Fraser Coast Regional Council area. With a 2021 Census population of 89 people, Boompa is a lightly settled pastoral district where beef cattle grazing dominates the working landscape.

European settlement in the Boompa district began in the 1870s, initially driven by timber logging in the hoop pine forests before transitioning to extensive pastoral grazing on the area's fertile basalt-derived soils. Today the locality is characterised by large cattle properties and quiet country roads, with the Maryborough-Biggenden Road providing the main access route. Residents travel to Biggenden or Maryborough for services, schools, and shopping. The broader Fraser Coast Region, with its proximity to the Mary River and scenic hinterland, provides a peaceful backdrop for those connected to the land.

Boompa falls under postcode 4621 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4621
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.54°, 152.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
312.42 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Biggenden / Maryborough Approx. 20 min to Biggenden, 1 hour to Maryborough by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
311 km
By Train
No direct rail. Maryborough West has Queensland Rail services; Brisbane is approx. 3.5-4 hours by road
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3.5-4 hours to Brisbane CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3.5 hours to Brisbane CBD

🛣️ Car is essential. Maryborough-Biggenden Road provides the primary access route. No public transport available in Boompa.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Boompa is a remote rural locality with no services or infrastructure; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boompa known for? +

Boompa is known as a quiet pastoral locality in the Fraser Coast hinterland, with a landscape shaped by decades of beef cattle grazing on fertile basalt soils. The district has historical roots in the hoop pine timber industry of the 1870s and retains a strong agricultural identity today.

How far is Boompa from Maryborough? +

Boompa is approximately 66 kilometres west of Maryborough, making it roughly a 55-65 minute drive along the Maryborough-Biggenden Road.

Does Boompa have public transport? +

Boompa has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service within the locality. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with Biggenden (approx. 19 km) or Maryborough (approx. 66 km) being the nearest service centres.

What is the population of Boompa? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boompa has a population of 89 residents across approximately 312 square kilometres of rural land, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled pastoral locality.

Is Boompa a good place to live? +

Boompa suits those with a connection to farming or who value a highly private, rural lifestyle. The locality offers wide-open spaces and quiet country living, though all services, schools, and shopping must be accessed in Biggenden or Maryborough.

What is the postcode for Boompa? +

The postcode for Boompa, QLD is 4621, shared with nearby Biggenden and other localities in the North Burnett and Fraser Coast hinterland region.