Latham

WA 6616 • Western Australia

61
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
662.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgricultural

About Latham

Latham is a small rural locality in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, situated approximately 350 kilometres north of Perth near the town of Morawa. The locality covers around 662 square kilometres of broadacre farming country and recorded a population of approximately 61 residents at the 2021 Census. The area is typical of the WA Wheatbelt — vast flat plains used for cereal cropping and sheep grazing with very low settlement density.

Morawa, approximately 40 kilometres to the north-east, and Mingenew, roughly 30 kilometres to the west, provide limited services including general stores and fuel. The broader region is known for its spring wildflower displays and productive cereal farming. Geraldton, approximately 140 kilometres to the north-west, provides the nearest comprehensive regional services. A private vehicle is essential.

Latham falls under postcode 6616 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6616
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-29.77°, 116.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
662.43 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
350 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4–4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hours

🛣️ Brand Highway and North Midlands Road provide road access; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No walkable services; all errands require a drive to Morawa or Mingenew.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
61
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 Latham WA known for? +

Latham is a vast broadacre farming locality in WA's Wheatbelt near Morawa, known for cereal cropping, sheep grazing, and the region's spring wildflower displays.

How far is Latham WA from Perth CBD? +

Latham is approximately 350 kilometres north of Perth CBD, around 4 to 4.5 hours by road via the Brand Highway.

Does Latham WA have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Latham. Morawa and Mingenew provide the nearest limited services and a car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Latham WA? +

According to the 2021 Census, Latham has a population of approximately 61 residents, a very sparse locality covering 662 km² in WA's Wheatbelt.

Is Latham WA a good place to live? +

Latham suits those with farming interests in WA's Wheatbelt, with Morawa and Geraldton providing services and the Wildflower Way a popular spring attraction.

What is the postcode for Latham WA? +

The postcode for Latham, WA is 6616.

What is the population of Latham? +

Latham had a population of 61 at the 2021 Census.