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Cunderdin

WA 6407 • Western Australia

824
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
331.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableHistoricFamily-Friendly

About Cunderdin

Cunderdin is a Wheatbelt town in Western Australia, located approximately 155 kilometres east of Perth along the Great Eastern Highway within the Shire of Cunderdin. With a population of 824 residents across a locality of over 330 square kilometres, the town serves as the administrative and service hub for the surrounding wheat and sheep farming district. The landscape is quintessential WA Wheatbelt — wide open agricultural plains, historic farmsteads, and the remnant bushland that characterises this highly productive farming region.

Cunderdin offers residents essential services including a primary school, medical centre, hotel, and local shops, as well as the Cunderdin Agricultural Museum — a popular regional attraction celebrating the district's farming heritage. The town's position on the Great Eastern Highway makes it well-connected to Perth to the west and regional centres such as Merredin and Kalgoorlie to the east. Cunderdin appeals to farming families and those seeking affordable rural living with reasonable road access to the Perth metropolitan area.

Cunderdin falls under postcode 6407 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6407
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.65°, 117.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
331.79 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transwa coach (Prospector route) — Perth CBD (East Perth Terminal) Approx. 2 hr 15 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
155 km
By Train
No direct passenger rail; Transwa Prospector coach service from Cunderdin
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 50 min

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway is the main road link west to Perth and east towards Merredin and Kalgoorlie

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The small town centre has basic services but rural distances mean a car is necessary for most daily needs and travel to larger centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
824
▲ 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 Cunderdin known for? +

Cunderdin is known as an agricultural service town in the WA Wheatbelt, home to the Cunderdin Agricultural Museum which celebrates the region's farming history, and as a key stop on the Great Eastern Highway.

How far is Cunderdin from Perth CBD? +

Cunderdin is approximately 155 kilometres east of Perth CBD, typically a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Great Eastern Highway.

Does Cunderdin have public transport? +

Cunderdin is served by Transwa's Prospector coach service, which provides connections to Perth and eastern Wheatbelt and Goldfields towns. There is no regular passenger rail service; a private vehicle is essential for local travel.

What is the population of Cunderdin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cunderdin has a population of 824 residents, with a slight majority of males reflecting the agricultural workforce character of the town.

Is Cunderdin a good place to live? +

Cunderdin offers affordable rural living with good highway access to Perth, making it a practical base for farming families and those who value a quiet Wheatbelt lifestyle. Essential services are available locally, with larger centres reachable within two hours.

What is the postcode for Cunderdin? +

The postcode for Cunderdin, Western Australia is 6407.