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Red Hill

WA 6056 • Western Australia

85
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPerth HillsLow DensityBushland

About Red Hill

Red Hill is a sparsely populated locality in the City of Swan, situated approximately 26 kilometres north-east of Perth on the western face of the Darling Scarp. With a small population of around 85 residents and an area of nearly 16 square kilometres, Red Hill is a semi-rural locality where the Toodyay Road passes through on its route up the escarpment into the Wheatbelt. The suburb is best known for the Red Hill Waste Management Facility, a significant regional landfill managed by the Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council.

Red Hill appeals to residents who value a rural lifestyle with reasonable proximity to the Perth metropolitan area. The Darling Scarp setting offers attractive bushland scenery and the suburb borders the Shire of Mundaring, placing it within easy reach of the Hills lifestyle precinct centred on Mundaring and Midland. Services and retail are accessed primarily via nearby Middle Swan, Midland, or Gidgegannup.

Red Hill falls under postcode 6056 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Swan Hills (East Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6056
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Pearce
State Electorate
Swan Hills (East Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.84°, 116.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.68 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Midland Station
18 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • 280,285 — Midland / Gidgegannup area 30–45 min to Midland

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
26 km
By Train
Drive to Midland (~18 km), then 25 min by train
By Bus
Approx. 70–80 min via Midland
By Car (Peak)
approx. 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 35min

🛣️ Semi-rural locality on Darling Scarp; car is the primary mode of transport for most residents.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Car-dependent semi-rural area. No walkable amenities within the locality itself.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
85
▲ 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 Red Hill known for? +

Red Hill is a quiet semi-rural locality in Perth's Hills District, known for its low-density acreage properties and bushland character. The area is popular with lifestyle property seekers who want space in the broader Swan Valley and Hills region.

How far is Red Hill from Perth CBD? +

Red Hill is approximately 30-35 kilometres north-east of Perth CBD, within the City of Swan local government area, with a drive time of around 35-45 minutes.

Does Red Hill have public transport? +

Red Hill has very limited public transport. Residents rely primarily on private vehicles, with Midland (approximately 10 km) providing the nearest services and rail connections.

What is the population of Red Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Red Hill has a population of approximately 85 residents within the City of Swan local government area.

Is Red Hill a good place to live? +

Red Hill suits those seeking acreage lifestyle blocks and bushland character in Perth's Hills District, close to the Swan Valley and Midland. It appeals to hobby farmers and nature enthusiasts who want space and seclusion.

What is the postcode for Red Hill? +

The postcode for Red Hill is 6056.