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Nanson

WA 6532 • Western Australia

84
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
76.71 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralHistoricQuiet
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About Nanson

Nanson is a small rural hamlet in the Shire of Chapman Valley, situated in the Mid West region of Western Australia along the banks of the Chapman River, approximately 25 kilometres north-east of Geraldton and around 450 kilometres north of Perth. With a 2021 Census population of 84 residents across nearly 77 square kilometres, it is a quiet agricultural community set amid the scenic farming country of the Chapman Valley. The local economy is driven by wheat, barley, canola, and livestock farming, and the area offers a relaxed, close-knit country lifestyle.

Nanson holds considerable heritage significance as one of the earliest settled localities in the Chapman Valley, with the Chapman Valley Historical Society based here. The Chapman River Nature Trail at Nanson is a popular walking and mountain biking route that passes through habitat for the endangered Ringtail Possum and Carnaby's Black Cockatoo. The area between Nanson and Yuna is renowned for spectacular wildflower displays from late July through October, drawing visitors from across the region. Geraldton provides the full range of urban services, schools, hospitals, and shopping for Nanson residents.

Nanson falls under postcode 6532 and is governed by the Chapman Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Durack, while state elections fall under the North West Central (Mining and Pastoral) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6532
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Chapman Valley
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
North West Central (Mining and Pastoral)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-28.44°, 115.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
76.71 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6532

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6532, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,799
Median 2023–24
$67,222
▲ 32.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,754

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6532; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
450 km
By Train
No rail service; drive to Geraldton for Transwa N2/N5 coach to Perth (approx. 7 hr)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 4 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 4 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Geraldton (25km) provides full urban services and Transwa connections to Perth

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Nanson is a rural hamlet with no local shops; a car is necessary for all errands and services in Geraldton

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
84
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nanson known for? +

Nanson is known for its heritage significance in the Chapman Valley, the Chapman River Nature Trail, and spectacular wildflower displays between Nanson and Yuna from July to October. The Chapman Valley Historical Society is also based in the locality.

How far is Nanson from Geraldton? +

Nanson is approximately 25 kilometres north-east of Geraldton, a drive of around 20–30 minutes via Northampton Road through the Chapman Valley.

Does Nanson have public transport? +

Nanson has no local bus service. A car is the primary means of transport. Transwa coach services to Perth operate from Geraldton, approximately 25 kilometres away.

What is the population of Nanson? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nanson has a population of 84 residents. This represents a significant decline from earlier decades, reflecting broader rural depopulation trends across regional WA.

Is Nanson a good place to live? +

Nanson offers a peaceful rural lifestyle in the scenic Chapman Valley with easy access to Geraldton's full range of services. It is well suited to farming families and those who enjoy nature-based activities like wildflower viewing and trail walking.

What is the postcode for Nanson? +

The postcode for Nanson is 6532, shared with surrounding localities in the Shire of Chapman Valley in WA's Mid West region.