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North Stirlings

WA 6338 • Western Australia

26
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
247.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableRemote
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About North Stirlings

North Stirlings is a vast and sparsely populated locality in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, covering approximately 247 square kilometres of pastoral and bushland terrain north of the Stirling Range National Park. With only 26 residents recorded in the 2021 census, it is one of the least populated localities in Western Australia. The area sits within the state electorate of Warren-Blackwood and the federal division of Forrest.

The locality is predominantly used for broadacre farming, wool production, and cropping, with the dramatic peaks of the Stirling Range providing a striking backdrop to the north. The nearby town of Kojonup provides the closest services, while Albany — roughly 100 kilometres to the south — serves as the main regional centre for healthcare, education, and retail. North Stirlings suits those seeking complete remoteness, open skies, and a working rural lifestyle in one of WA's most scenic regions.

North Stirlings falls under postcode 6338 and is governed by the Albany Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Forrest, while state elections fall under the Warren-Blackwood (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6338
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Albany
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Warren-Blackwood (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.36°, 118.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
247.32 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6338

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6338 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$51,810
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,351

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6338; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
350 km
By Car (Peak)
Approx 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Extremely remote locality. No public transport. Albany (~100 km) is the nearest regional centre. Perth is approximately 350 km north via the Albany Highway.

Walkability Car Dependent

Remote pastoral locality with no footpaths or public transport. A vehicle is essential for all travel.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
26
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is North Stirlings located? +

North Stirlings is a large, sparsely populated locality in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, situated north of the Stirling Range National Park and approximately 100 km from Albany.

What is the population of North Stirlings? +

The 2021 Census recorded just 26 residents in North Stirlings, making it one of WA's least populated localities.

What activities are near North Stirlings? +

The Stirling Range National Park to the south is a major attraction, offering bushwalking and wildlife. Albany provides regional services, shops, and the stunning south coast beaches.