Corinthia

WA 6426 • Western Australia

9
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
414.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteFarmingWheatbelt

About Corinthia

Corinthia is a vast, sparsely populated locality in the Yilgarn region of Western Australia, sitting roughly 450 kilometres east of Perth near the town of Southern Cross. Covering over 415 square kilometres of semi-arid wheatbelt landscape, the area recorded just 9 residents in the 2021 Census. The terrain is characterised by open scrubland, red-dirt tracks, and sweeping pastoral country that stretches to the horizon.

Life in Corinthia revolves around sheep and grain farming, with residents self-sufficient and accustomed to the isolation of remote Western Australian outback. The nearest service centre is Southern Cross, approximately 50 km away, which provides fuel, grocery, and medical services. This locality appeals to those seeking wide-open space, a quiet rural lifestyle, and a deep connection to the Australian wheatbelt.

Corinthia falls under postcode 6426 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6426
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.36°, 119.31°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
414.96 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
450 km
By Train
N/A – no passenger rail
By Bus
N/A – no regular bus services
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4.5 hrs via Great Eastern Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4 hrs via Great Eastern Highway

🛣️ Southern Cross (~50 km) is the nearest service town. Self-sufficient transport by private vehicle essential.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely car-dependent. No footpaths, public transport, or local services within the locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
9
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Corinthia known for? +

Corinthia is a remote locality in WA's Yilgarn goldfields region, covering a very large area of semi-arid land used for gold mining and pastoral activities. It has virtually no permanent population.

How far is Corinthia from Perth? +

Corinthia is in the Yilgarn Shire, approximately 400-450 kilometres east of Perth via the Great Eastern Highway.

Does Corinthia have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Corinthia. Southern Cross is the nearest town with Transwa services. A car is essential.

What is the population of Corinthia? +

According to the 2021 Census, Corinthia has a population of just 9 residents, making it one of WA's most sparsely populated localities by area.

Is Corinthia a good place to live? +

Corinthia is suited only to those with mining operations or pastoral stations in the remote Yilgarn goldfields, requiring a completely self-sufficient remote outback lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Corinthia? +

The postcode for Corinthia is 6426.