Harvey
WA 6220 • Rest of WA
About Harvey
Harvey is a rural town and the administrative centre of the Harvey Shire, located approximately 140 kilometres south of Perth in Western Australia's South West region. Covering a substantial 65.95 square kilometres at an elevation of 80 metres, the town has a population of 3,462 residents with a median age of 44 and a median household income of $1,425 per week. Harvey is the heart of a highly productive agricultural district, the Harvey Irrigation Area, well known for dairy farming, citrus, and vegetable production — home to the Harvey Fresh dairy brand.
The town centre offers essential services including a Coles supermarket, primary and secondary schools, medical facilities, and a range of local businesses serving both residents and the surrounding rural community. Harvey has a notably large Filipino community, many of whom work in the region's horticulture and agriculture industries. The town is car-dependent with no passenger rail service, though the South Western Highway connects it to Bunbury (approximately 50 kilometres north) and Perth beyond. Harvey's affordable housing, relaxed pace of life, and scenic surrounds at the foot of the Darling Range make it appealing to families and retirees.
Harvey falls under postcode 6220 and is governed by Harvey Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray-Wellington electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa regional coaches — Bunbury / Perth (Elizabeth Quay) 45 min to Bunbury; ~2.5h to Perth
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ South Western Highway is the main route north; Bunbury is the main regional service hub
Despite a compact town centre, the large suburban footprint and rural character mean most residents depend heavily on private vehicles
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesUduc Road Harvey 6220 WA
Schools
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Gibbs Street
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South Western Highway
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Young Street
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Mornington Road
Housing 2021 Census
72 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. Philippines 382
- 2. England 160
- 3. Italy 73
- 4. New Zealand 65
- 5. China 53
- 6. Taiwan 24
- 7. Netherlands 18
- 8. South Africa 17
- 9. Malaysia 16
- 10. South Korea 12
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)