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Middlesex

WA 6258 • Western Australia

232
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
82.79 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandRemoteAgriculturalPeaceful

About Middlesex

Middlesex is a rural locality in the Shire of Manjimup, in the South West region of Western Australia, approximately 18 kilometres north of Manjimup. With a population of 232 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers 82.8 square kilometres of the Warren region's forested hinterland. Its western boundary is formed by the South Western Highway and its eastern boundary by the Muir Highway, placing it within a historically important timber and agricultural corridor between the South West's major forested areas and the farmland around Manjimup.

Middlesex is home to significant timber industry operations, including the long-established Middlesex Mill, which has supplied hardwood timbers such as jarrah and karri to Western Australia for many decades. A small section of the Sir James Mitchell National Park is located within or near the locality, reflecting the region's rich native forest heritage. Residents rely on Manjimup for services including schools, shopping, and the Warren Health Service, with the larger regional centre of Bunbury accessible approximately 130 kilometres to the north. The locality suits those drawn to a quiet rural lifestyle in WA's distinctive South West forest region.

Middlesex falls under postcode 6258 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warren-Blackwood (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6258
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Warren-Blackwood (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.31°, 116.40°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
82.79 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransWA coach — Bunbury / Perth Approx. 2 hr to Bunbury

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
295 km
By Train
No practical rail option; drive to Bunbury (~130 km) then Australind train to Perth (2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min via South Western Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 45 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Remote South West locality; TransWA coach services available via Manjimup

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural forested locality; a car is essential for all daily errands, with Manjimup the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
232
▲ 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 Middlesex known for? +

Middlesex is known for its hardwood timber industry, with the Middlesex Mill supplying jarrah and karri timber across Western Australia. The locality is set within WA's South West forest region, and a section of the Sir James Mitchell National Park is located nearby.

How far is Middlesex from Perth? +

Middlesex is approximately 295 kilometres south of Perth, a drive of around 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes via the South Western Highway.

Does Middlesex have public transport? +

Middlesex has no rail or scheduled local bus service. TransWA coach services run via Manjimup connecting to Bunbury and Perth. A car is essential for residents, with Manjimup the nearest town for services approximately 18 km to the south.

What is the population of Middlesex? +

According to the 2021 Census, Middlesex has a population of 232 residents across approximately 82.8 square kilometres in the Shire of Manjimup's South West region.

Is Middlesex a good place to live? +

Middlesex suits those who value a quiet, remote rural lifestyle in WA's beautiful South West forest region. The timber industry provides local employment, and the surrounding native forest and national park offer natural amenity, though residents must travel to Manjimup or further afield for most everyday services.

What is the postcode for Middlesex? +

The postcode for Middlesex, WA is 6258.