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Nerren Nerren

WA 6532 • Western Australia

6
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2336.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemote LivingAgriculturalLow Density
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About Nerren Nerren

Nerren Nerren is a very sparsely populated rural locality in the Mid West of Western Australia, inland from Geraldton. The area covers broad farming and pastoral land with only a handful of residents recorded in recent census counts. Its character is quiet and remote, with large properties and long distances between services. Most day-to-day needs are met in larger nearby service towns.

Lifestyle in Nerren Nerren is suited to people who value space, privacy and agricultural country living. Community facilities are limited within the locality itself, so residents typically travel to Northampton or Geraldton for schools, shopping, health care and major recreation. Road access is the main transport mode, making private vehicles essential. The area appeals to farming households and people comfortable with low-density regional living.

Nerren Nerren 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
2336.97 km²
Population Density
0 /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

  • Transwa coach connections via Geraldton — Perth and Mid West regional towns Varies (typically 5-7+ hrs to Perth from Geraldton)

Commute to Geraldton

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Bus
Limited regional coach options via Geraldton
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 5 min

🛣️ Private car is the practical option; most public transport access begins in Geraldton.

Walkability Very Low

Very limited local services and long travel distances mean walking is mainly recreational, not practical for daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
6
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nerren Nerren known for? +

Nerren Nerren is a very remote pastoral locality in WA's Shark Bay region, known for sheep grazing on vast station country between Geraldton and Carnarvon along the Murchison River corridor.

How far is Nerren Nerren from Geraldton? +

Nerren Nerren is approximately 200-300 kilometres north of Geraldton, accessible via the North West Coastal Highway and remote station tracks.

Does Nerren Nerren have public transport? +

Nerren Nerren has no public transport. The locality requires a 4WD vehicle and full self-sufficiency. Geraldton or Carnarvon provide the nearest services.

What is the population of Nerren Nerren? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nerren Nerren has a population of approximately 6 residents, primarily station workers on remote pastoral properties.

Is Nerren Nerren a good place to live? +

Nerren Nerren suits those committed to remote pastoral station living. The vast outback landscape and isolation offer a unique Australian experience but require extreme self-sufficiency.

What is the postcode for Nerren Nerren? +

The postcode for Nerren Nerren is 6532.