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Coondle

WA 6566 • Western Australia

664
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
68.06 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricSemi-RuralQuiet

About Coondle

Coondle is a small rural locality in Western Australia's Shire of Toodyay, located approximately 80 kilometres north-east of Perth in the Avon Valley region. With a population of around 664 residents across 68 square kilometres of farmland, the area has deep historical roots dating to the 1830s as one of the first small-acre farming estates established under the Colonial Agricultural Lands Purchase Act. The median household income reflects the modest, agricultural character of the region.

The surrounding Avon Valley landscape features rolling hills, granite outcrops, and dry eucalypt bushland typical of the Western Australian wheatbelt fringe, with the historic town of Toodyay just a short drive away offering local shops, a pub, and community services. Residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle with access to the scenic Avon River and Toodyay's heritage streetscapes. Coondle appeals to hobby farmers, rural lifestyle seekers, and those looking for acreage living within manageable distance of Perth.

Coondle falls under postcode 6566 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6566
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Pearce
State Electorate
Moore (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.48°, 116.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
68.06 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited TransRegional coach — Perth (Midland) Approx. 1 hr 30 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Midland then Transperth Midland Line (~45 min to Perth)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10–1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min–1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Car essential; Great Northern Highway connects to Perth via Midland

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no walkable centre; all errands require a car, with Toodyay township the nearest service hub

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
664
▲ 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 Coondle known for? +

Coondle is known for its rich colonial history as one of Western Australia's earliest small-acre farming estates, established in the 1830s near the historic town of Toodyay in the scenic Avon Valley.

How far is Coondle from Perth? +

Coondle is approximately 80 kilometres north-east of Perth CBD, a drive of around 55 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes depending on traffic via the Great Northern Highway.

Does Coondle have public transport? +

Public transport options in Coondle are extremely limited, with no local bus or rail service. The nearest Transperth train station is at Midland, approximately 60 km west, and a car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Coondle? +

Coondle had a population of approximately 664 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across a large 68 square kilometre rural area within the Shire of Toodyay.

Is Coondle a good place to live? +

Coondle is ideal for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle with acreage, open space, and the charm of the Avon Valley region, while remaining within reasonable driving distance of Perth. It suits hobby farmers, retirees, and those looking to escape suburban life.

What is the postcode for Coondle? +

The postcode for Coondle is 6566, serving this rural locality and surrounding areas in the Shire of Toodyay.