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Dardanup

WA 6236 • Western Australia

588
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralHistoric
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About Dardanup

Dardanup is a small historic town in the Shire of Dardanup in Western Australia's South West region, located approximately 187 kilometres south of Perth and 13 kilometres south-east of Bunbury. Situated in the fertile Ferguson Valley along the Ferguson River, the town was established in 1923 and retains a quiet, rural character typical of the South West's agricultural heartland. With a population of around 588, Dardanup sits at the edge of the Bunbury metropolitan area while maintaining its own distinct country identity.

The Ferguson Valley surrounding Dardanup is known for its pastoral farms, timber history, and emerging wine and tourism scenes, with several boutique wineries and farm gates operating in the broader shire. Residents have easy access to Bunbury — one of Western Australia's largest regional cities — for shopping, schools, hospitals, and employment, making Dardanup an attractive option for those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within comfortable reach of urban amenities. The town has a small school, Our Lady of Lourdes, and a close community atmosphere, with the South West Highway providing the main corridor north to Perth and south towards Donnybrook and the Margaret River region.

Dardanup falls under postcode 6236 and is governed by the Dardanup Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Forrest, while state elections fall under the Collie-Preston (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6236
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dardanup
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Collie-Preston (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.41°, 115.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.97 km²
Population Density
84 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6236

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6236 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$61,123
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$80,723

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6236; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bunbury
13 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • South West Coach Lines — Bunbury Approx 20 min by road

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
187 km
By Train
Drive to Bunbury (~15-20 min) then Australind train to East Perth (~2 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 55 min – 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr

🛣️ South West Highway is the main route to Perth; Bunbury is the major regional hub for services and transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dardanup has minimal local retail; Bunbury is a short drive for most daily needs, car essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
588
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dardanup known for? +

Dardanup is known for its position in the fertile Ferguson Valley and its connection to WA's South West agricultural and wine regions. The broader Shire of Dardanup includes pastoral farms, timber history, and several boutique wineries in the surrounding Ferguson Valley.

How far is Dardanup from Perth? +

Dardanup is approximately 187 kilometres south of Perth CBD, typically a 1.75 to 2 hour drive via the South West Highway.

Does Dardanup have public transport? +

Dardanup has limited public transport. The nearest train station is Bunbury, approximately 13 kilometres away, which is served by the Transwa Australind train to Perth East Perth. A car is the most practical way to get around Dardanup.

What is the population of Dardanup? +

Dardanup has a population of approximately 588 residents according to the 2021 Census, a small country town community within the Shire of Dardanup.

Is Dardanup a good place to live? +

Dardanup suits those looking for a quiet country lifestyle within easy reach of Bunbury's urban amenities. The semi-rural setting, relatively affordable land, and proximity to the South West's wine and tourism regions make it appealing for families and lifestyle seekers.

What is the postcode for Dardanup? +

The postcode for Dardanup, WA is 6236, shared with Dardanup West and surrounding Shire of Dardanup localities.