Moodiarrup

WA 6393 • Western Australia

63
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
156.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful

About Moodiarrup

Moodiarrup is a small rural locality in the South West region of Western Australia, situated approximately 220 kilometres south of Perth and 40 kilometres north-east of Boyup Brook within the Shire of Boyup Brook. Covering around 156 square kilometres, the area recorded a population of 63 at the 2021 Census. The locality lies in the mixed farming zone of the WA South West, where sheep grazing, cattle, and cereal cropping occur across gently rolling jarrah and marri forest country.

The Boyup Brook Shire is known for its country music festival, farmland, and the scenic valleys of the upper Blackwood River district. Boyup Brook provides the nearest range of services, while Bridgetown and Bunbury offer more comprehensive facilities to the south and west respectively. Moodiarrup offers a quiet, rural lifestyle in the productive South West agricultural region, with access to the natural beauty of the Blackwood River valley and nearby national parks.

Moodiarrup falls under postcode 6393 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Roe (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6393
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.54°, 116.85°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
156.49 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Boyup Brook N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
245 km
By Train
No passenger rail; Bunbury (~100km) has TransWA coach connections to Perth
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3 to 3.5 hrs via South Western Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2.75 hrs

🛣️ South Western Highway connects to Perth via Bunbury. Boyup Brook is the nearest local service town.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services exist; a vehicle is essential for all errands, with Boyup Brook approximately 40km away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
63
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 Moodiarrup known for? +

Moodiarrup is a quiet rural locality in WA's South West, part of the Boyup Brook Shire farming district known for mixed agriculture and the Blackwood River valley landscape.

How far is Moodiarrup from Perth? +

Moodiarrup is approximately 245 kilometres south of Perth, a drive of around 3 to 3.5 hours via the South Western Highway.

Does Moodiarrup have public transport? +

Moodiarrup has no public transport services. A private vehicle is essential; Boyup Brook provides the nearest services approximately 40 kilometres away.

What is the population of Moodiarrup? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 63 in Moodiarrup, consistent with its sparse rural farming character.

Is Moodiarrup a good place to live? +

Moodiarrup suits those engaged in farming and rural industries who value the quiet lifestyle and natural landscapes of the WA South West, with Boyup Brook and Bridgetown nearby for services.

What is the postcode for Moodiarrup? +

The postcode for Moodiarrup, Western Australia is 6393.