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Mount Hardey

WA 6302 • Western Australia

154
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
77.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAvon ValleySemi-Rural
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About Mount Hardey

Mount Hardey is a small rural locality in the Avon Valley region of Western Australia, situated within the Shire of Northam, approximately 80 kilometres north-east of Perth. Covering around 78 square kilometres of undulating farmland and bushland, the locality sits in the heart of WA's Wheatbelt near the regional centre of Northam. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 154, with a slight decline from the 174 residents counted in 2016.

Agriculture — primarily grain farming and grazing — underpins life in Mount Hardey, as it does across much of the Avon Valley. The locality is close to Northam, the largest town in the Wheatbelt, which offers supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and a broad range of regional services. Residents enjoy the scenic Avon Valley landscape and are within reasonable driving distance of the Mundaring–Swan Valley corridor, providing access to Perth and its surrounds for larger shopping and leisure trips.

Mount Hardey falls under postcode 6302 and is governed by the York Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Pearce, while state elections fall under the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6302
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
York
Federal Electorate
Pearce
State Electorate
Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.90°, 116.74°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
77.69 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6302

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6302, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,679
Median 2023–24
$53,981
▲ 29.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,517

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6302; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Northam Station
15 km
Car required

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — Northam for connections to Perth Car to Northam then train (~2 hrs to Perth)

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
Drive to Northam (15 min), then Avon Link train to Perth East (approx. 1.5–2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1–1.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
55–65 min

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway is the main road to Perth; Northam is the nearest regional service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Fully car-dependent locality; all everyday services require driving to Northam

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
154
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Hardey known for? +

Mount Hardey is a quiet farming locality in WA's scenic Avon Valley, known for its broad pastoral landscapes and grain farming. The area reflects the rural character typical of the Shire of Northam and the broader Wheatbelt.

How far is Mount Hardey from Perth? +

Mount Hardey is approximately 80 kilometres north-east of the Perth CBD, typically a 55 minute to 1.5 hour drive via the Great Eastern Highway depending on traffic.

Does Mount Hardey have public transport? +

There is no local bus service in Mount Hardey. The nearest train service is at Northam Station, approximately 15 kilometres away, offering Avon Link connections to Perth East. A car is necessary for daily commuting.

What is the population of Mount Hardey? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Hardey has a population of 154 residents, down slightly from 174 in 2016, reflecting broader trends of rural population movement in the Wheatbelt.

Is Mount Hardey a good place to live? +

Mount Hardey offers a relaxed rural lifestyle in the picturesque Avon Valley, with Northam close by for everyday needs. It suits those who prefer open country living while remaining within a practical commute of Perth.

What is the postcode for Mount Hardey? +

The postcode for Mount Hardey is 6302.