Cold Harbour
WA 6302 • Western Australia
About Cold Harbour
Cold Harbour is a small rural locality in the Shire of York, situated in the Central Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, approximately 90 kilometres east of Perth. Spanning around 41 square kilometres of open wheatbelt farmland, the locality has a population of 108 residents. It lies within the Pearce federal electorate and the Central Wheatbelt state electorate, reflecting its position in one of Western Australia’s most productive grain-growing regions.
The surrounding landscape is typical of the Western Australian wheatbelt, characterised by expansive cereal cropping, sheep grazing, and open semi-arid woodland. The historic town of York, one of Western Australia’s oldest inland settlements and a heritage tourism destination, is the closest service centre and lies within a short drive. York offers cafes, galleries, heritage buildings, and the full range of services including a supermarket, medical facilities, and schools. Cold Harbour suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with a connection to farming country, close to a charming historic town and within 90 minutes of Perth.
Cold Harbour falls under postcode 6302 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa road coach — Perth (East Perth Terminal) Approx. 2 hr from York
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Great Eastern Highway via Northam and Greenmount Hill is the main route to Perth
A dispersed wheatbelt farming locality with no local services; all errands require a drive to York or beyond
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Trews Road