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Wickepin

WA 6370 • Western Australia

380
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
374.85 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricQuiet
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About Wickepin

Wickepin is a small town in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, located approximately 214 kilometres south-east of Perth and 38 kilometres east of Narrogin within the Shire of Wickepin local government area. With a population of 380 at the 2021 Census, the town was established in 1908 following the extension of the railway and grew as a service centre for the surrounding grain and sheep farming district. Wickepin sits at an elevation of 337 metres on the undulating Wheatbelt plains, with an economy shaped almost entirely by broadacre agriculture.

Wickepin is perhaps best known beyond the district for its connection to Albert Facey, whose landmark memoir "A Fortunate Life" was partly set in the area; the Albert Facey Homestead is preserved nearby as a heritage attraction. The town has a primary school, sporting clubs, a hotel, and basic local services, with Narrogin serving as the nearest regional hub for more substantial shopping and medical care. The community is tightly knit and rural in character, with the wide grain-growing landscapes offering a peaceful, unhurried lifestyle for those who call it home.

Wickepin falls under postcode 6370 and is governed by the Wickepin Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Durack, while state elections fall under the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6370
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wickepin
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.81°, 117.63°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
374.85 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6370

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6370 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$59,842
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,374

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6370; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transwa regional coach — Perth / Narrogin Approx. 3 hr to Perth

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
214 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Via Narrogin and Albany Highway; Narrogin is the nearest regional centre at ~38 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wickepin is a small rural town where most services require a car; limited walking infrastructure and a dispersed layout make driving essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
380
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wickepin known for? +

Wickepin is known for its grain farming heritage in WA's Wheatbelt and its connection to Albert Facey, whose memoir "A Fortunate Life" is one of Australia's most celebrated autobiographies. The Albert Facey Homestead near the town is preserved as a heritage attraction.

How far is Wickepin from Perth? +

Wickepin is approximately 214 kilometres south-east of Perth, around 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes by car via Narrogin.

Does Wickepin have public transport? +

Wickepin has limited public transport options. Transwa regional coach services connect the town to Perth and Narrogin, but there is no train service. A car is the most practical way to travel in the area.

What is the population of Wickepin? +

Wickepin had a population of 380 at the 2021 Census. It is a small but enduring agricultural community that has served the surrounding Wheatbelt farming district since its establishment in 1908.

Is Wickepin a good place to live? +

Wickepin suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the heart of WA's Wheatbelt. Its small-town community atmosphere and open farming landscapes appeal to families and retirees comfortable with limited services and longer trips to regional centres like Narrogin or Perth.

What is the postcode for Wickepin? +

The postcode for Wickepin is 6370.