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Hoffman

WA 6220 • Western Australia

31
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
442.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricNatureRemote
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About Hoffman

Hoffman is an expansive rural locality in the South West region of Western Australia, covering approximately 445 square kilometres within the Shire of Harvey. Located around 130 kilometres south of Perth and 20 kilometres east of Bunbury, it sits in the gently undulating country between the Ferguson Valley and the coastal plains. The 2021 census recorded just 31 residents, making it one of Western Australia's most sparsely populated localities, characterised by broad farmlands, jarrah and marri eucalypt bushland, and the remains of the historic Hoffman Mill.

The locality's name derives from the former Hoffman Mill, a historic timber processing facility whose surviving structures have become a point of heritage interest for visitors exploring the South West. Agriculture — particularly cattle grazing and viticulture fringe activities — shapes the local economy and landscape. Residents are predominantly rural property owners and farming families who value the peace and wide open spaces of the South West hinterland. Bunbury provides the nearest full range of urban services, healthcare, and shopping, reachable within a 30-minute drive.

Hoffman falls under postcode 6220 and is governed by the Harvey Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Forrest, while state elections fall under the Murray-Wellington (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6220
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Harvey
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Murray-Wellington (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.03°, 116.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
442.85 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6220

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6220, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,429
Median 2023–24
$60,790
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,891

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6220; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
130 km
By Train
Drive to Bunbury (~25 min), then South West Coach Lines or Australind train (~2 hr) to Perth
By Bus
Transwa coach from Bunbury (~2 hr to Perth)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Nearest town is Dardanup (~15 km) or Bunbury (~25 km). Fully car-dependent. The Australind train from Bunbury is the only rail option.

Walkability Car Dependent

No walkable services. A vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
31
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hoffman known for? +

Hoffman is a very small rural locality in the Harvey Shire of WA's South West, characterised by dairy farming and rural land use in the productive Harvey agricultural district.

How far is Hoffman from Perth? +

Hoffman is approximately 130-150 kilometres south of Perth near Harvey, around a 1 hour 30-40 minute drive via the South Western Highway.

Does Hoffman have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Hoffman. Harvey is the nearest town. A car is essential.

What is the population of Hoffman? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hoffman has a population of approximately 31 residents, a very small dairy farming community in the Harvey Shire.

Is Hoffman a good place to live? +

Hoffman suits dairy farming families in the Harvey Shire with properties in the South West agricultural district.

What is the postcode for Hoffman? +

The postcode for Hoffman is 6220.