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Kauring

WA 6302 • Western Australia

72
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
79.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
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About Kauring

Kauring is a quiet rural locality in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region, situated in the Shire of York approximately 100 kilometres east of Perth. Spanning nearly 80 square kilometres of agricultural land along the Quairading-York Road, the locality had a population of 72 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by broad-acre grain farming and pastoral properties, typical of the Central Wheatbelt landscape that surrounds the historic town of York to the west and Quairading to the east.

The locality of Kauring is accessible primarily by car via the Quairading-York Road, with the historic town of York — Western Australia's oldest inland town — around 20 to 25 kilometres to the west providing essential services, shops, cafes, and cultural attractions. Northam, the main regional centre of the Wheatbelt, is also within comfortable driving distance and offers a broader range of services. Kauring suits those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle in the heart of the Western Australian grain belt, with wide open paddocks, seasonal wildflower displays, and a close-knit agricultural community.

Kauring falls under postcode 6302 and is governed by the York Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Pearce, while state elections fall under the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6302
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
York
Federal Electorate
Pearce
State Electorate
Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.90°, 116.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
79.54 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6302

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6302, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,679
Median 2023–24
$53,981
▲ 29.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,517

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6302; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — York / Northam approx. 25-40 min by car

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct train service; Northam station (approx. 40 km away) has Transwa Avon Link service to Perth East (approx. 1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway and Northam-York Road are the main routes to Perth. No local public transport in the locality.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kauring is a dispersed farming locality with no shops, footpaths, or services; all daily errands require a car.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
72
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kauring known for? +

Kauring is known as a broad-acre grain farming locality in the heart of Western Australia's Wheatbelt region. It lies near the historic town of York and is representative of the agricultural character of the Central Wheatbelt.

How far is Kauring from Perth? +

Kauring is approximately 100 kilometres east of Perth, making it around a 1 to 1.5 hour drive depending on traffic and the route taken.

Does Kauring have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Kauring itself. The nearest train service operates from Northam, approximately 40 kilometres away, with Transwa's Avon Link connecting to Perth. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Kauring? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kauring has a population of 72 residents, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled rural farming locality.

Is Kauring a good place to live? +

Kauring appeals to those who enjoy a deeply rural lifestyle surrounded by expansive wheatbelt farmland, with the historic town of York nearby for services and community activities. It is best suited to farming families or those seeking a quiet country existence.

What is the postcode for Kauring? +

The postcode for Kauring, Western Australia is 6302, shared with several other localities in the York and Quairading area.