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Minigin

WA 6312 • Western Australia

78
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
222.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalWheatbeltRemote
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About Minigin

Minigin is a rural locality in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, situated within the Shire of Narrogin approximately 190 kilometres south-east of Perth. Covering a vast 222 square kilometres, the locality has a population of just 78 residents, reflecting its character as a working agricultural area. The postcode area records a median taxable income of $55,028 consistent with the farming community that underpins the local economy.

The surrounding Wheatbelt district is some of Western Australia's most productive farming country, with the region known for grain, wool, and livestock production. Residents look to the nearby town of Narrogin, approximately 38 kilometres to the west, for shopping, schooling, healthcare, and community facilities. The gently undulating farmland and wide open skies define Minigin as a quintessential Wheatbelt locality.

Minigin falls under postcode 6312 and is governed by the Narrogin Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Canning, while state elections fall under the Roe (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6312
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Narrogin
Federal Electorate
Canning
State Electorate
Roe (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.98°, 117.31°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
222.49 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6312

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6312, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,923
Median 2023–24
$55,028
▲ 22.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,511

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6312; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transwa road coach — Perth via Narrogin 3-4 hours to Perth (from Narrogin)

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
190 km
By Train
No direct train service; Transwa coach available from Narrogin
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2-2.5 hours

🛣️ Access via Great Southern Highway; Narrogin is the nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A farming locality with no local shops or services; all travel requires a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
78
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Minigin known for? +

Minigin is a farming locality in the Western Australian Wheatbelt, situated within productive agricultural country known for grain, wool, and livestock production.

How far is Minigin from Perth? +

Minigin is approximately 190 kilometres south-east of Perth, which is around a 2 to 2.5-hour drive via the Great Southern Highway.

Does Minigin have public transport? +

Minigin has no rail or regular bus services. Transwa coach services are available from the nearby town of Narrogin (38 km away), but a car is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Minigin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Minigin has a population of 78 residents across 222 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely settled farming locality.

Is Minigin a good place to live? +

Minigin is ideal for those committed to a farming lifestyle in WA's productive Wheatbelt. The nearby town of Narrogin provides schools, shops, and medical services within a manageable drive.

What is the postcode for Minigin? +

The postcode for Minigin is 6312, shared with the nearby town of Narrogin.