Boddington

WA 6390 • Rest of WA

1,178
Population (2021)
$43,576
Median Income
114.62 km²
Area
310m
Elevation

About Boddington

Boddington is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Boddington (Shire) area. With a population of 1,178 and a median income of $43,576, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 114.62 km² at an elevation of 310m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

Situated at an elevation of 310m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Boddington offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Boddington falls under postcode 6390 and is governed by Boddington Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Central Wheatbelt electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6390
Urban Area
Murray - Boddington
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.82°, 116.43°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
114.62 km²
Elevation
310m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$280
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,198
Census 2021
1,178
1.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,040
Income 2021
$43,576
8.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 862
Born Overseas 183

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 57
  • 2. New Zealand 49
  • 3. Ireland 9
  • 4. Netherlands 9
  • 5. Germany 7
  • 6. India 7
  • 7. South Africa 7
  • 8. Thailand 6
  • 9. Scotland 5
  • 10. Zimbabwe 5
  • 11. Japan 4
  • 12. Malaysia 3
  • 13. Philippines 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 557
Australian 460
Scottish 116
Irish 108
German 45
Australian Aboriginal 40
Italian 26
Maori 23
Dutch 22
Filipino 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

630
Both parents born in Australia
262
Both parents born overseas
170
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.7%
Christianity
34.5%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
91 (7.7%)
5-14 years
186 (15.8%)
15-19 years
43 (3.7%)
20-24 years
37 (3.1%)
25-34 years
136 (11.5%)
35-44 years
151 (12.8%)
45-54 years
146 (12.4%)
55-64 years
189 (16.0%)
65-74 years
128 (10.9%)
75-84 years
54 (4.6%)
85+ years
13 (1.1%)

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