McKail

WA 6330 • Rest of WA

3,970
Population (2021)
$40,872
Median Income
9.88 km²
Area
66m
Elevation
RegionalFamily-FriendlySemi-RuralGreat SouthernAffordable

About McKail

McKail is a residential suburb on the outskirts of Albany in Western Australia's Great Southern region, approximately 410 km south-east of Perth. With a population of around 3,970, it is one of Albany's larger suburban areas, offering a relaxed semi-rural lifestyle. The suburb features a mix of established homes and newer developments on generous blocks, set among rolling green hills.

McKail provides easy access to Albany's town centre, shopping, and services, while offering a quieter, more spacious living environment. The suburb is popular with families who value the local schools, parks, and proximity to Albany's stunning coastline and national parks. The surrounding Great Southern region is known for wine, agriculture, and natural beauty.

McKail falls under postcode 6330 and is governed by Albany Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albany electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6330
Urban Area
Albany - Surrounds
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.98°, 117.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
9.88 km²
Elevation
66m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 808 — McKail to Albany town centre 16 min

Commute to Albany

Distance
5 km
By Bus
16 min
By Car (Peak)
8 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 min

🛣️ No rail service in Albany; regional bus (Transwa) to Perth takes ~5.5 hours

Walkability Car-Dependent

Suburban layout with limited footpaths; car is essential for most daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,622
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
34 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,445
Census 2021
3,970
15.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,944
Income 2021
$40,872
17.0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,128
Born Overseas 713

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 180
  • 2. Philippines 155
  • 3. New Zealand 63
  • 4. South Africa 55
  • 5. Thailand 36
  • 6. Myanmar 33
  • 7. India 31
  • 8. Netherlands 22
  • 9. Canada 18
  • 10. Italy 13
  • 11. Scotland 12
  • 12. Singapore 7
  • 13. United States 6
  • 14. Germany 5
  • 15. Indonesia 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,810
Australian 1,676
Scottish 347
Irish 274
Filipino 190
Dutch 182
Australian Aboriginal 181
Italian 152
German 112
South African 42

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,283
Both parents born in Australia
997
Both parents born overseas
530
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.0%
Christianity
41.3%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Buddhism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
323 (8.1%)
5-14 years
641 (16.1%)
15-19 years
269 (6.8%)
20-24 years
251 (6.3%)
25-34 years
548 (13.8%)
35-44 years
555 (14.0%)
45-54 years
492 (12.4%)
55-64 years
392 (9.9%)
65-74 years
312 (7.9%)
75-84 years
165 (4.2%)
85+ years
32 (0.8%)

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