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Mocardy

WA 6603 • Western Australia

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
473.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Mocardy

Mocardy is a small rural locality in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, situated approximately 200 kilometres north of Perth within the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu. Covering a vast area of almost 474 square kilometres, the locality had a population of just 89 residents at the 2021 Census, with dwellings spread across a sparsely settled farming landscape. The area falls within the federal electorate of Durack and the state electorate of Moore, reflecting its place in the agricultural heartland of Western Australia.

Mocardy is characterised by broad-acre farming country, with grain cropping and sheep grazing the dominant land uses across the region. The nearby township of Wongan Hills, approximately 15 kilometres away, serves as the main service centre for residents, providing essential shops, medical services, and community facilities. The surrounding Wheatbelt landscape is noted for its wildflowers in spring and the wide open skies of rural Western Australia, appealing to those who value a quiet, close-knit agricultural lifestyle far from urban centres.

Mocardy falls under postcode 6603 and is governed by the Wongan-Ballidu Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Durack, while state elections fall under the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6603
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wongan-Ballidu
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Moore (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.87°, 116.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
473.69 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6603

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6603 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$62,179
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,156

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6603; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransWA coach — Perth (East Perth Terminal) Approx. 2.5–3 hrs via Wongan Hills (twice weekly)

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Accessed via Great Northern Highway and Brand Highway; a car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No footpaths or local shops; all errands require a car, with Wongan Hills the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mocardy known for? +

Mocardy is a remote Wheatbelt farming locality known for broad-acre grain cropping and sheep grazing. The surrounding region is typical of Western Australia's Northern Wheatbelt, with wide open farmland, scattered rural homesteads, and spectacular spring wildflower displays.

How far is Mocardy from Perth CBD? +

Mocardy is approximately 200 kilometres north of Perth, making it roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Great Northern Highway and regional roads.

Does Mocardy have public transport? +

There is no local bus or rail service in Mocardy. TransWA operates coach services from the nearby town of Wongan Hills (approximately 15 km away) to Perth twice weekly, but a private vehicle is essential for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Mocardy? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mocardy has a population of 89 residents across approximately 27 dwellings, making it one of the smaller localities in the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu.

Is Mocardy a good place to live? +

Mocardy suits those who enjoy a true rural lifestyle with wide open spaces, farming community values, and a very quiet environment. The nearest town, Wongan Hills, provides basic services, though residents should expect to travel for most shopping and healthcare needs.

What is the postcode for Mocardy? +

The postcode for Mocardy, Western Australia is 6603, which is shared with the nearby town of Wongan Hills and surrounding localities.