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Cataby

WA 6507 • Western Australia

103
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
178.40 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteQuietCommuter Belt

About Cataby

Cataby is a small roadside settlement on the Brand Highway in the Shire of Dandaragan, approximately 170 kilometres north of Perth in Western Australia's Wheatbelt–Midwest transition zone. With a population of 103 residents across 178 square kilometres, the locality serves as a well-known rest stop for travellers heading between Perth and Geraldton. The town of Dandaragan, the shire's administrative centre, lies just 17 kilometres to the east.

Cataby is defined by its two roadhouses and the Cataby Hotel, which together make it a popular pause point for highway travellers. The surrounding area includes the Cataby Important Bird Area, recognised for its breeding population of the endangered Carnaby's black cockatoo, and the Tronox titanium mine at nearby Cooljarloo, which is a significant local employer. TransWA coach services connect Cataby to Perth and Geraldton, providing limited public transport access. The landscape is typical of the coastal sandplain — low heath, banksia woodland, and scattered farmland stretching towards the coast.

Cataby falls under postcode 6507 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6507
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Moore (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.72°, 115.72°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
178.40 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransWA N4 coach — Perth (East Perth) / Geraldton Approx. 2.5 hours to Perth

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No direct train service; TransWA coach to East Perth available
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hours via Brand Highway / Mitchell Freeway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5–2 hours via Brand Highway / Mitchell Freeway

🛣️ Dandaragan is the nearest shire centre (17 km east); Moora is 50 km north-east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small highway settlement with two roadhouses; a car is needed for all other services and shopping

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
103
▲ 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 Cataby known for? +

Cataby is best known as a highway rest stop on the Brand Highway between Perth and Geraldton, with two roadhouses and the Cataby Hotel providing food, fuel, and accommodation for travellers. The nearby Cataby Important Bird Area is recognised for its population of endangered Carnaby's black cockatoos.

How far is Cataby from Perth CBD? +

Cataby is approximately 170 kilometres north of Perth CBD, a drive of around 1.5 to 2 hours via the Brand Highway and Mitchell Freeway.

Does Cataby have public transport? +

TransWA operates a coach service connecting Cataby to East Perth and Geraldton, though services are limited. A private vehicle is the most practical way to get around the area.

What is the population of Cataby? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cataby has a population of 103 residents across 178 square kilometres, with a notable gender imbalance of 69 males to 30 females, likely reflecting the local mining and farming workforce.

Is Cataby a good place to live? +

Cataby suits those working in the surrounding mining or farming industries who prefer a quiet, rural setting with highway access to Perth and Geraldton. The settlement is small and has limited services, but Dandaragan (17 km east) provides additional community facilities.

What is the postcode for Cataby? +

The postcode for Cataby, Western Australia is 6507, within the Shire of Dandaragan.