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Baskerville

WA 6056 • Western Australia

302
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
6.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralLeafyCommuter Belt

About Baskerville

Baskerville is an outer rural suburb of Perth in Western Australia's famous Swan Valley, located approximately 31 kilometres north-east of the Perth CBD and 13 kilometres from Midland within the City of Swan local government area. The suburb covers around 6.7 square kilometres and had a population of 302 at the 2021 Census. The area is predominantly under agricultural cultivation, with viticulture being the dominant land use — several established Swan Valley wineries operate from within Baskerville's boundaries.

Baskerville is part of the scenic Swan Valley wine region, one of Western Australia's oldest wine-growing areas, and home to well-regarded wineries including the historic Westfield Winery. The Great Northern Highway runs along the suburb's eastern edge, providing access to Midland and the wider Perth metropolitan area. Transperth bus routes 310, 311, and 312 provide public transport links to Midland, though most residents rely on private vehicles. The suburb appeals to those who appreciate a semi-rural, vineyard lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of Perth.

Baskerville falls under postcode 6056 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Swan Hills (East Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6056
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Pearce
State Electorate
Swan Hills (East Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.84°, 116.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Midland Station
13 km
N/A — drive or bus required

Bus Services

  • Transperth Routes 310, 311, 312 — Midland Station / Perth CBD 30–45 min to Midland; 1h 30min+ to Perth CBD via transit

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
31 km
By Train
Bus to Midland Station then Midland Line to Perth — approx. 1h 30min total
By Car (Peak)
40–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30–40 min

🛣️ Great Northern Highway is the main arterial; Midland is the key transit hub for rail access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A semi-rural vineyard locality with no walkable retail centre; a car is essential for daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
302
▲ 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

What is Baskerville known for? +

Baskerville is known as part of the Swan Valley wine region, featuring established vineyards and wineries including the historic Westfield Winery. It is one of Western Australia's oldest wine-producing areas and a popular destination for cellar door visits.

How far is Baskerville from Perth CBD? +

Baskerville is approximately 31 kilometres north-east of Perth's CBD, making it around a 30–40 minute drive off-peak via the Great Northern Highway, or about 40–55 minutes in peak hour traffic.

Does Baskerville have public transport? +

Baskerville is served by Transperth bus routes 310, 311, and 312 (operated by Swan Transit), which connect to Midland Station where passengers can transfer to the Midland Line into Perth. Travel to the CBD via public transport takes around 1.5 hours.

What is the population of Baskerville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Baskerville had a population of 302 residents. It is a small outer suburban locality in the City of Swan within the Swan Valley planning area.

Is Baskerville a good place to live? +

Baskerville suits those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle amid vineyards and open countryside, within commuting range of Perth. It offers a peaceful, scenic environment but daily errands require a car, and public transport to the CBD is time-consuming.

What is the postcode for Baskerville? +

The postcode for Baskerville, Western Australia is 6056.