Castletown

WA 6450 • Rest of WA

3,968
Population (2021)
$43,316
Median Income
3.50 km²
Area
7m
Elevation

About Castletown

Castletown is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Esperance (Shire) area. With a population of 3,968 and a median income of $43,316, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.50 km² at an elevation of 7m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Castletown provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Castletown falls under postcode 6450 and is governed by Esperance Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Roe electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6450
Urban Area
Esperance
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.83°, 121.91°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
3.50 km²
Elevation
7m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,717
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,001
Census 2021
3,968
0.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,764
Income 2021
$43,316
17.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,095
Born Overseas 457

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 118
  • 2. New Zealand 90
  • 3. South Africa 50
  • 4. Philippines 31
  • 5. Scotland 23
  • 6. Germany 12
  • 7. Netherlands 11
  • 8. Zimbabwe 11
  • 9. Thailand 9
  • 10. Ireland 6
  • 11. Italy 6
  • 12. Malaysia 6
  • 13. Sri Lanka 6
  • 14. Canada 5
  • 15. Vietnam 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,830
English 1,551
Scottish 351
Irish 315
Australian Aboriginal 166
German 166
Italian 128
New Zealander 58
Dutch 52
Maori 48

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,458
Both parents born in Australia
599
Both parents born overseas
520
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.3%
Christianity
37.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
246 (6.2%)
5-14 years
585 (14.7%)
15-19 years
255 (6.4%)
20-24 years
223 (5.6%)
25-34 years
485 (12.2%)
35-44 years
532 (13.4%)
45-54 years
484 (12.2%)
55-64 years
443 (11.2%)
65-74 years
412 (10.4%)
75-84 years
243 (6.1%)
85+ years
64 (1.6%)

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