BOORAGUL

Newcastle Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $870,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
No data available
Safety Index
Crime rate 8,503
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.0%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 1,623
Density 1,307.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

BOORAGUL Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $870,000
House Sales Volume 51 sales
Unit Median No data
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $535/wk
3 Bed House $650/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

BOORAGUL Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Slightly Above Average
Crime rate: 8,503 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.28x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

BOORAGUL 8,503/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

BOORAGUL has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

BOORAGUL Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

1,623
Total Population
1,307
people/km² density
1.0%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
680 people
41.9%
2
Australia
635 people
39.1%
3
Ireland
134 people
8.3%
4
Scotland
133 people
8.2%
5
Australia
107 people
6.6%

Transport

151.1 km
to Sydney CBD
108 min
drive to CBD
182 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (2)

Public (1)

Lake Macquarie High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Catholic (1)

St Paul's Catholic College Booragul

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About BOORAGUL

Booragul is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 1,623 with a density of 1307 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $870,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, Catholic school St Paul's Catholic College Booragul has 51.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 8503 per 100,000, 1.28x the NSW average, safety level close to NSW average.

Demographics: English comprises 41.90%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (39.13%) and Irish (8.26%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Booragul has a house median of $870,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Booragul has a crime rate of 8503 per 100,000, which is 1.28x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: St Paul's Catholic College Booragul, 2024 HSC results: 51 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Booragul has a population of 1,623, with Chinese comprising 1.00%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (41.90%), Aust (39.13%), Irish (8.26%), Scottish (8.20%), Aust_Abor (6.59%).

Booragul is approximately 151.1km from Sydney CBD, about 108 minutes by car or 182 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.