Kellerberrin

WA 6410 • Western Australia

877
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
304.96 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricRemoteWheatbelt

About Kellerberrin

Kellerberrin is a historic agricultural town in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, situated 205 kilometres east of Perth on the Great Eastern Highway within the Shire of Kellerberrin. Established as a townsite in 1901, the town covers an expansive 305 square kilometres at an elevation of 254 metres and recorded a 2021 Census population of 877 residents. It is a key service centre for surrounding farming communities, with an economy centred on broad-acre grain and livestock agriculture.

Kellerberrin is served by the Prospector and MerredinLink passenger rail services, which connect the town to Perth and regional centres along the Great Eastern Highway corridor. The town is also located on the Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail, reflecting its historical links to the Goldfields water supply infrastructure. Essential services including a primary school, medical centre, supermarket, and sporting facilities serve the local community, and the Agricultural Hall — built in 1898 using granite and jarrah — stands as a heritage landmark now used as a folk museum.

Kellerberrin falls under postcode 6410 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6410
Urban Area
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LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.58°, 117.68°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
304.96 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kellerberrin (Prospector/MerredinLink)
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • TransWA coach services — Perth, Merredin, Kalgoorlie 2 hr 30 min to Perth

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
205 km
By Train
Approx. 2 hr 30 min – 3 hr to Perth via Prospector service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 55 min – 2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway provides direct road access west to Perth; Prospector train runs Perth–Kalgoorlie via Kellerberrin

Walkability Car-Dependent

Kellerberrin's town centre has basic essential services within walking distance, but most residents rely on a car for wider needs including larger shopping trips to Merredin or Perth

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
877
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 Kellerberrin known for? +

Kellerberrin is known as a historic Wheatbelt service town established in 1901, serving the surrounding grain and livestock farming communities. It is notable for its heritage Agricultural Hall built in 1898, its position on the Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail, and its connection to the Perth–Kalgoorlie Prospector train route.

How far is Kellerberrin from Perth? +

Kellerberrin is approximately 205 kilometres east of Perth on the Great Eastern Highway, making it around a 2-hour drive. The Prospector train service connects Kellerberrin to Perth in approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.

Does Kellerberrin have public transport? +

Yes — Kellerberrin is served by the Prospector and MerredinLink passenger rail services operated by TransWA, connecting the town to Perth and regional centres including Merredin and Kalgoorlie. TransWA coach services also operate along the Great Eastern Highway corridor.

What is the population of Kellerberrin? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kellerberrin has a population of 877 residents. It is the administrative centre of the Shire of Kellerberrin and serves a wider farming community across the surrounding Wheatbelt district.

Is Kellerberrin a good place to live? +

Kellerberrin suits those who value a close-knit rural community and the wide open spaces of the WA Wheatbelt. The town offers essential services including a school, medical facilities, and a supermarket, with the Great Eastern Highway and Prospector train providing connections to Perth and Merredin for wider needs.

What is the postcode for Kellerberrin? +

The postcode for Kellerberrin is 6410, shared with the wider Shire of Kellerberrin in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia.