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Boya

WA 6056 • Western Australia

669
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
BushlandLeafyQuietSemi-RuralFamily-Friendly
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About Boya

Boya is a small residential locality nestled in the Perth Hills of Western Australia, situated within the Shire of Mundaring approximately 25 kilometres east of the Perth CBD. The suburb covers around 1.9 square kilometres of hillside terrain and is home to a tight-knit community of 669 residents. The area borders John Forrest National Park and shares the leafy, bushland character typical of the eastern Perth Hills corridor.

The proximity to John Forrest National Park — Western Australia's oldest national park — makes Boya a popular base for bushwalkers, mountain bikers, and nature lovers who enjoy the Darling Scarp escarpment. The suburb has a quiet, semi-rural feel with generous block sizes and native bushland between properties. Everyday shopping and services are available in nearby Midland, around 7 kilometres to the west, and Transperth bus services connect residents to the Midland train station for onward travel into Perth city.

Boya falls under postcode 6056 and is governed by the Mundaring Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Pearce, while state elections fall under the Swan Hills (East Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6056
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mundaring
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
1.86 km²
Population Density
360 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6056

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6056, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,924
Median 2023–24
$62,614
▲ 25.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,457

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6056; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Midland Station
7 km
N/A (car or bus required)

Bus Services

  • Transperth Route 310 — Midland Station Approx. 15–20 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
Approx. 45 min to Perth Station via Midland Line from Midland Station
By Car (Peak)
35–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–35 min

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway and Roe Highway provide main access to Perth; Midland is the main service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Boya is a quiet hillside locality with no walkable retail or services; a car is needed for all shopping and errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
669
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boya known for? +

Boya is known for its peaceful bushland setting in the Darling Scarp foothills and its adjacency to John Forrest National Park, Western Australia's oldest national park. The area appeals to residents who value nature, quiet streets, and a semi-rural lifestyle within reach of Perth.

How far is Boya from Perth CBD? +

Boya is approximately 25 kilometres east of the Perth CBD, a drive of around 25 to 35 minutes in off-peak conditions via Great Eastern Highway or Roe Highway.

Does Boya have public transport? +

Boya is served by Transperth bus routes connecting it to Midland Station, approximately 7 kilometres away, where passengers can board the Midland Line train to Perth CBD. The overall commute by public transport to the city takes around 50 to 60 minutes.

What is the population of Boya? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boya has a population of 669 residents. It is a small, established community within the Shire of Mundaring, with relatively stable residential character and no significant development pressure.

Is Boya a good place to live? +

Boya is well-suited to those who appreciate a quiet, bushland lifestyle with access to national park trails and nature reserves, while remaining a manageable distance from Perth city. It appeals particularly to families and nature enthusiasts willing to rely on a car for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Boya? +

The postcode for Boya, WA is 6056, shared with neighbouring localities including Swan View and parts of the Midland area.