Gledhow

WA 6330 • Rest of WA

1,079
Population (2021)
$36,400
Median Income
6.59 km²
Area
$310/wk
Median Rent
RegionalAffordableSemi-RuralFamily-FriendlyCoastal Proximity

About Gledhow

Gledhow is a small residential locality on the outskirts of Albany in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, approximately 410 kilometres southeast of Perth. With a population of around 1,079 across 6.6 square kilometres, it offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle. The community is predominantly Australian-born with English and Australian ancestry, and has a median age of 41.

Situated just north of the Albany town centre, Gledhow provides an affordable alternative for families and retirees seeking proximity to Albany's services without the density of urban living. Residents enjoy easy access to Albany's attractions including Middleton Beach, the National Anzac Centre, and the Stirling Range National Park for day trips. The area features a mix of established homes and newer developments on larger blocks.

Gledhow falls under postcode 6330 and is governed by Albany Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albany electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6330
Urban Area
Albany - Surrounds
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-35.01°, 117.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
6.59 km²
Elevation
24m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Town Bus Service (Route 801/802) — Albany town centre 10-15 min

Commute to Albany CBD

Distance
5 km
By Train
No train service
By Bus
10-15 min
By Car (Peak)
8 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 min

🛣️ Albany is the nearest regional centre. Perth is 4.5 hours by car or 1 hour by flight.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential area with limited footpaths and no local shops — car required for daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,580
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.4%

6 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
975
Census 2021
1,079
10.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,448
Income 2021
$36,400
12.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 855
Born Overseas 181

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 65
  • 2. Philippines 25
  • 3. New Zealand 13
  • 4. Canada 12
  • 5. Germany 9
  • 6. India 4
  • 7. Italy 4
  • 8. Netherlands 4
  • 9. Scotland 4
  • 10. Zimbabwe 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 470
Australian 438
Scottish 101
Irish 81
Dutch 57
German 40
Filipino 34
Italian 32
Australian Aboriginal 28
Polish 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

612
Both parents born in Australia
250
Both parents born overseas
169
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.8%
Christianity
39.4%
Buddhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
52 (4.8%)
5-14 years
166 (15.4%)
15-19 years
83 (7.7%)
20-24 years
58 (5.4%)
25-34 years
107 (9.9%)
35-44 years
130 (12.0%)
45-54 years
152 (14.1%)
55-64 years
157 (14.6%)
65-74 years
107 (9.9%)
75-84 years
61 (5.7%)
85+ years
14 (1.3%)

Nearby Suburbs