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Herron

WA 6210 • Western Australia

438
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
18.26 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulAffordableRiverside

About Herron

Herron is a small rural locality in the Peel Region of Western Australia, situated within the City of Mandurah local government area approximately 103 kilometres south of Perth CBD and 31.5 kilometres from Mandurah. The locality spans around 18.3 square kilometres on a narrow coastal strip between Lake Clifton and Yalgorup National Park to the west and the Harvey Estuary to the east, just off the Old Coast Road between Mandurah and Bunbury. With a population of 438 at the 2021 Census, Herron is a sparsely settled area characterised by rural residential land, agricultural operations, and a passing-trade character along the Old Coast Road.

Herron is home to olive groves and orchards operating from Island Point, and roadhouses that serve travellers on the Old Coast Road. The neighbouring Yalgorup National Park is renowned for its thrombolites — rare ancient living rock formations found at Lake Clifton — making the immediate surroundings an area of significant natural and scientific value. The Harvey Estuary provides a scenic eastern backdrop, and the City of Mandurah has undertaken foreshore stabilisation work at Island Point to address coastal degradation. Herron suits those seeking a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within a reasonable distance of Mandurah and the greater Perth metro area.

Herron falls under postcode 6210 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mandurah (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6210
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Canning
State Electorate
Mandurah (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.56°, 115.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.26 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mandurah
31.5 km
N/A – drive required

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
103 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Mandurah station for train to Perth (approx. 50 min by train)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55 min – 1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Old Coast Road and Forrest Highway (Brand Highway/South Western Hwy) provide access; car is essential for daily life

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Herron is a rural locality with no walkable shopping or services; all errands require driving to Mandurah or surrounding towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
438
▲ 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 Herron known for? +

Herron is known for its scenic rural setting between Yalgorup National Park and the Harvey Estuary, its olive groves and orchards at Island Point, and the nearby Lake Clifton thrombolites — rare ancient living rock formations that attract visitors to Yalgorup National Park.

How far is Herron from Perth CBD? +

Herron is approximately 103 kilometres south of Perth CBD. The drive typically takes around 55 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes depending on traffic, via the Old Coast Road or Forrest Highway.

Does Herron have public transport? +

Herron has no public bus or train service. The nearest train station is Mandurah, approximately 31.5 kilometres to the north on the Transperth Mandurah Line. A private vehicle is essential for all travel needs.

What is the population of Herron? +

According to the 2021 Census, Herron has a population of 438 residents across approximately 160 dwellings. It is a small, sparsely settled rural community in the Peel Region.

Is Herron a good place to live? +

Herron offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle with beautiful natural surroundings, including proximity to Yalgorup National Park and the Harvey Estuary. It appeals to those who value space, privacy, and coastal-rural living, though daily life requires a car and Mandurah or Perth for services.

What is the postcode for Herron? +

The postcode for Herron is 6210, which also covers the Mandurah area and surrounding Peel Region localities.