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Booragul, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Booragul is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,259. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Booragul
Booragul is a suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie, Greater Newcastle in New South Wales, Australia, and is located north-northeast of the town of Toronto on the western shore Lake Macquarie.
People
Economy
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| Population | 1,259 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.9749°, 151.6098° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (805 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,719 |
| Median Age | 51.0 years |
About Booragul
Booragul is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,259. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Booragul vs Australia Average
Income: Booragul vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $20,719 |
| 72% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,719 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $398 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 120 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,200 |
| 36% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $901 |
| 23% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 59.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 40.5% |
| Housing Units | 504 |
Property Tax
Climate in Booragul
Booragul has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.9°C), the coldest is Jul (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1080 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 267.3 sq mi (692.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.9749°N, 151.6098°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in |
Booragul has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (1.9").
Schools in Booragul
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Paul's High School | — | — | — | — |
| Five Islands School | — | — | — | — |
| Booragul Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Lake Macquarie High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Booragul
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2GB 873 Sydney | news, sport | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Central Coast Radio.com | 90's and more!, alternative rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 2NURFM | easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 2BOB Radio 104.7FM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Booragul
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fighter World | ||||
| Forsight Gallery | ||||
| Fort Scratchley Museum | ||||
| Maitland Regional Museum | ||||
| Miss Porter's House | ||||
| Monarch Historical Museum | ||||
| Morpeth Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Museum | ||||
| Newcastle Police Station Museum | ||||
| Poppethead | ||||
| Richmond Vale Railway Museum | ||||
| Sketchley Pioneer Cottage | ||||
| South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Sunnyside and South Sea Island Museum | ||||
| Tomago House | ||||
| Wallsend District Hospital |
Libraries in Booragul
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchmuty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belmont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beresfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardiff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charlestown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Maitland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gwandalan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kurri Kurri Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maitland City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morisset Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Lambton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newcastle City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Raymond Terrace Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Speers Point Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stockton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Student Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Sugar Valley Library Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Swansea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toronto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wallsend District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wangi Wangi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windale Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Booragul
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Farmer's Market | |||||
| Newcastle Farmer's Market |
Cafes in Booragul
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Booragul
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Booragul
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Booragul
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Airport | NTL | Large Airport |
| Cessnock Airport | CES | Small Airport |
| Dochra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dr Fox Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Elderslie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Macquarie Airport | BEO | Small Airport |
| Luskintyre Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Maitland Airport | MTL | Small Airport |
| Mangrove Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Singleton Airport | SIX | Small Airport |
| Singleton Military Area airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Somersby Airstrip | GOS | Small Airport |
| Strowan | — | Small Airport |
| Warkworth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Warnervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Booragul
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adamstown Clinic | ||
| CSCAN Radiology | ||
| Hunter Imaging | ||
| ihear | ||
| Laverty Pathology | ||
| Laverty Pathology | ||
| Marie Stopes Newcastle | ||
| Mayfield Podiatry | ||
| Newcastle Muscle Therapy | ||
| Small Talk Speech Therapy | ||
| Stevensons Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Vamp |
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What is the population of Booragul?
Booragul has a population of 1,259 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 267.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Booragul expensive to live in?
The median household income is $20,719, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Booragul?
Booragul enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.
How is the job market in Booragul?
The unemployment rate in Booragul is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $398. There are 120 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Booragul?
The median home value in Booragul is $180,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $901. The homeownership rate is 59.5%.