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Boorook

NSW 2372 • New South Wales

20
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
433.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Boorook

Boorook is an extremely remote rural locality in the New England region of north-eastern New South Wales, situated in the Tenterfield local government area near the Queensland border (postcode 2372). With a population of just 20 people spread across approximately 434 square kilometres of rugged upland country, it is one of the least populated localities in NSW. The terrain is characterised by timbered ranges, granite outcrops, and pastoral land used for cattle grazing and sheep farming.

Life in Boorook is quintessentially remote-rural, with residents living on large grazing properties with no local services or facilities. The nearest town with shops, schools, and medical care is Tenterfield, roughly accessible via unsealed rural roads. The surrounding landscape is part of the Northern Tablelands and offers dramatic scenery, wildlife, and a profound sense of isolation that appeals to those seeking a genuine back-country lifestyle. The community falls within the federal electorate of Wright and the state electorate of Lismore.

Boorook falls under postcode 2372 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2372
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.08°, 152.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
433.96 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
680 km
By Train
No local train service; nearest regional service from Tenterfield or Glen Innes
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3.5-4 hours to Brisbane CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3.5 hours to Brisbane CBD

🛣️ Car essential; unsealed and sealed rural roads; nearest highway access via Tenterfield

Walkability Car-Dependent

One of NSW's most remote localities; no services, no public transport, no footpaths; vehicle and self-sufficiency essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Boorook by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Boorook Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Boorook" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
20
▲ 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

Where is Boorook NSW located? +

Boorook is a remote rural locality in the New England region of north-eastern NSW, situated in the Tenterfield local government area near the Queensland border, covering approximately 434 square kilometres.

What is the population of Boorook NSW? +

Boorook has a very small population of around 20 residents according to the 2021 Census, making it one of the least populated localities in New South Wales.

What is the nearest town to Boorook NSW? +

Tenterfield is the nearest significant town to Boorook, providing access to schools, shops, medical services, and the New England Highway.