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Anketell

WA 6167 • Western Australia

280
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
6.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanCar-DependentGrowth SuburbOuter Metropolitan

About Anketell

Anketell is a small outer suburban locality in the City of Kwinana, located approximately 35 kilometres south of the Perth CBD in Western Australia's south metropolitan corridor. With a population of 280 residents across 6.82 square kilometres, it has a predominantly low-density residential character interspersed with light industrial and semi-rural land uses. The locality lies within the broader Kwinana industrial and urban growth corridor, accessible via the Kwinana Freeway.

Anketell has historical ties to early settler land grants and the 1920s Group Settlement Scheme in the Peel Estate area. Today, residents are close to the growing service hub of Kwinana town centre, which provides supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and community services. The area is car-dependent, with access to the wider Perth metropolitan area conveniently via the Kwinana Freeway — a journey of around 30 minutes off-peak to the CBD. Nearby Transperth bus services and Kwinana station on the Mandurah Line offer public transport connections.

Anketell falls under postcode 6167 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kwinana (South Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6167
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Brand
State Electorate
Kwinana (South Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.22°, 115.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.82 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kwinana
5.5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Transperth local services — Kwinana town centre / Perth CBD 50-70 min to Perth CBD

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
Drive to Kwinana station (~10 min), then train to Perth (~30 min)
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Kwinana Freeway provides direct access north to Perth CBD; Anketell Road upgrade underway to improve local access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A low-density outer suburban area where a car is needed for virtually all daily errands and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
280
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anketell known for? +

Anketell is known as part of the Kwinana industrial and urban growth corridor south of Perth, with historical ties to the 1920s Peel Estate Group Settlement Scheme. The area is undergoing infrastructure investment including the Anketell Road upgrade.

How far is Anketell from Perth CBD? +

Anketell is approximately 35 kilometres south of the Perth CBD, a drive of around 25-55 minutes via the Kwinana Freeway depending on traffic conditions.

Does Anketell have public transport? +

Anketell has limited Transperth bus services, with the nearest train station being Kwinana station on the Mandurah Line, approximately 5-6 kilometres away. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Anketell? +

According to the 2021 Census, Anketell has a population of 280 residents, making it a small outer suburban locality within the City of Kwinana.

Is Anketell a good place to live? +

Anketell suits those who prefer a quiet, low-density lifestyle on the outer edge of the Perth metropolitan area. Its proximity to the Kwinana Freeway makes commuting to Perth feasible, though residents rely on nearby Kwinana town centre for services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Anketell? +

The postcode for Anketell is 6167.