Boolaroo
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Boolaroo, NSW 2284.
About Boolaroo
Welcome to Boolaroo
Boolaroo sits on the western shore of Lake Macquarie, around 15 kilometres south-west of Newcastle's CBD, tucked between Speers Point and Teralba. It's a small, close-knit suburb that has quietly reinvented itself over recent decades, shedding its industrial past for a quieter, lake-fringed residential identity while staying handy to the shops and dining of Warners Bay and Argenton.
With a population of just 1,636 and a median age of 39, Boolaroo suits families and downsizers alike — those after a modest, unpretentious pocket of the Lake Macquarie area without the price tag or crowds of the more built-up lakeside strips nearby.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Boolaroo tends to revolve around the lake and the neighbouring town centres. For a bigger night out, café culture or waterfront dining, Warners Bay is just around the shoreline and offers one of the region's most popular lakeside promenades, while Speers Point Park — with its playgrounds, walking tracks and lake views — is another easy local option for weekends and after-school outings.
Shopping
Boolaroo itself is compact, so most residents head to nearby centres for their day-to-day shopping. Argenton and Speers Point provide convenient local strip shopping, while Warners Bay's retail and hospitality precinct is a short drive away for a wider spread of cafés, restaurants and specialty stores.
Getting around
Boolaroo is well placed for commuters, sitting close to the Newcastle rail line via nearby stations and within easy reach of the Pacific Highway for trips into Newcastle or south towards Sydney. Teralba and Speers Point both offer additional road and transport links, making Boolaroo a practical base for those working across the wider Lake Macquarie and Newcastle region.
Schools & families
Families in Boolaroo are served locally by Boolaroo Public School, a community-focused primary school within the suburb. For secondary options and additional schooling choices, families typically look to the broader network of schools in surrounding suburbs such as Speers Point and Warners Bay, all within a short drive.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's proximity to Lake Macquarie is its biggest drawcard for recreation, with walking and cycling paths connecting through to Speers Point and around to Warners Bay. Locals make good use of the foreshore reserves for fishing, kayaking and simply taking in the lake views, while nearby Teralba and Lakelands add further pockets of green space and quieter waterside spots.
Housing & architecture
Boolaroo's housing stock is overwhelmingly detached houses, with current listings showing 87% houses, 9% townhouses and 4% land. Expect a mix of older post-war and mid-century homes alongside newer builds, reflecting the suburb's gradual transition from its industrial-era roots to a more established residential character.
The property market
Boolaroo's median house price currently sits at $950,000, following recent growth of 10.5% — a sign of the steady demand flowing into affordable lake-adjacent suburbs as buyers get priced out of Warners Bay and other premium Lake Macquarie addresses. Median rent is $700 per week, pointing to solid rental demand in a tightly held, low-population suburb where listings don't linger long.
Market snapshot
Boolaroo property market
Median sale price
$950k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$700
per week
Gross rental yield
3.8%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$870k
Median
$950k
Premium
$1.05m
Days on market
21
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
21
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +8.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Boolaroo by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Boolaroo, NSW 2284.
Population
1,636
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$1,504
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$1,907
per month
Mortgage / income
29%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Boolaroo
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Boolaroo
$1.44m
13 Sheoak Road
Sold ~July 2026
$765k
1/16 Third Street
Sold ~July 2026
$925k
2/9 Sneddon Court
Sold ~July 2026
$800k
1 Assay Street
Sold ~June 2026
$770k
20B Parrott Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Boolaroo suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Boolaroo?
The median house price in Boolaroo, NSW is $950k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 10.5%.
How much is rent in Boolaroo?
The median weekly rent in Boolaroo is around $700 per week.
Is Boolaroo a good place to live?
Boolaroo is a suburb and former town of Greater Newcastle, city of Lake Macquarie, in New South Wales, Australia. Boolaroo is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 1,636 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Boolaroo?
Boolaroo has a population of 1,636 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
What schools are in Boolaroo?
There is 1 school in or near Boolaroo, including Boolaroo Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Boolaroo?
Properties in Boolaroo take around 21 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Boolaroo?
Entry-level properties in Boolaroo start around $870k, while premium homes reach $1.05m.
What suburbs are near Boolaroo?
Suburbs near Boolaroo include Argenton, Warners Bay, Lakelands, Speers Point and Teralba.
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