Kendenup
WA 6323 • Rest of WA
About Kendenup
Kendenup is a small rural town in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, located 22 kilometres north of Mount Barker and approximately 345 kilometres south-east of Perth. With a population of around 420, it sits within the Shire of Plantagenet at an elevation of 238 metres. Established in 1840, it is one of the oldest settlements in the region. The town is known for its stunning views of the Porongurup Range and the Stirling Range.
Kendenup has a strong agricultural heritage, with farming, viticulture, and sheep grazing as key local industries. The town features the historic Ridge Brothers general store on Hassell Avenue, a primary school, and a community hall that serves as the social hub. Nearby wineries of the Great Southern wine region attract visitors, and the Stirling Range and Porongurup National Parks offer world-class bushwalking. The quiet rural lifestyle, affordable land, and beautiful natural surroundings appeal to farming families, retirees, and tree-changers.
Kendenup falls under postcode 6323 and is governed by Plantagenet Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albany electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- TransWA GS1 — Albany / Perth (coach) 5-6 hours to Perth
Commute to Mount Barker (nearest regional centre)
🛣️ Very remote rural town. No regular public transport. Albany is 60 km south (45 mins drive). Perth is 345 km north (3.5-4 hours drive).
Small rural town with a general store and school; a car is essential for all significant errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Austin Street
Housing 2021 Census
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Demographics
Population Growth
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 119
- 2. New Zealand 36
- 3. Netherlands 9
- 4. Philippines 9
- 5. Wales 6
- 6. Germany 5
- 7. South Africa 5
- 8. Fiji 3
- 9. Scotland 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
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