Augusta

WA 6290 • Rest of WA

1,463
Population (2021)
$28,132
Median Income
29.94 km²
Area
26m
Elevation

About Augusta

Augusta is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Augusta-Margaret River (Shire) area. With a population of 1,463 and a median income of $28,132, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 29.94 km² at an elevation of 26m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Augusta is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Augusta falls under postcode 6290 and is governed by Augusta-Margaret River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warren-Blackwood electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6290
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.31°, 115.14°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
29.94 km²
Elevation
26m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,551
Avg Household Size
1.9 people
Median Age
62 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,382
Census 2021
1,463
5.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,272
Income 2021
$28,132
11.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,026
Born Overseas 301

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 143
  • 2. New Zealand 43
  • 3. Germany 14
  • 4. Scotland 13
  • 5. India 7
  • 6. Netherlands 6
  • 7. South Africa 6
  • 8. United States 6
  • 9. Canada 5
  • 10. Ireland 4
  • 11. Thailand 4
  • 12. Zimbabwe 4
  • 13. China 3
  • 14. France 3
  • 15. Indonesia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 796
Australian 513
Scottish 187
Irish 137
German 74
Italian 27
Dutch 19
New Zealander 15
Welsh 15
Australian Aboriginal 11

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

760
Both parents born in Australia
377
Both parents born overseas
197
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.1%
Christianity
40.9%
Buddhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
54 (3.7%)
5-14 years
87 (5.9%)
15-19 years
34 (2.3%)
20-24 years
31 (2.1%)
25-34 years
80 (5.5%)
35-44 years
104 (7.1%)
45-54 years
170 (11.6%)
55-64 years
243 (16.6%)
65-74 years
350 (23.9%)
75-84 years
200 (13.7%)
85+ years
100 (6.8%)

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