The Lakes
WA 6556 • Western Australia
About The Lakes
The Lakes is a small rural locality situated in the south-west of Western Australia, approximately 44 kilometres from Perth CBD. The locality covers an area of 30.4 square kilometres and recorded a small permanent population of 20 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of south-west Western Australia country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of Western Australia.
The Lakes is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of Western Australia. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call The Lakes home.
The Lakes falls under postcode 6556 and is governed by the Mundaring Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hasluck, while state elections fall under the Swan Hills (East Metropolitan) electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 6556
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6556, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6556; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ The Lakes is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
The Lakes has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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450 Lilydale Road