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Molloy Island

WA 6290 • Western Australia

163
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
2.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RiversideCoastalQuietRuralUnique

About Molloy Island

Molloy Island is a small, unique townsite situated on an island in the Blackwood River within the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River in Western Australia's South West region. Covering just 2.9 square kilometres, the island lies near the town of Augusta, approximately 320 kilometres south of Perth. With a 2021 Census population of 163 residents, Molloy Island offers a truly distinctive waterfront lifestyle, accessible by barge across the Blackwood River.

The island has a quiet, close-knit community character, with residents drawn to the unique appeal of island living amid the South West's spectacular natural environment. The Blackwood River provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and kayaking, while the nearby Augusta coastline and Cape Leeuwin — the meeting point of the Indian and Southern Oceans — are significant natural attractions. Augusta town, a short barge ride and drive away, provides essential services including shops, a medical centre, and schools.

Molloy Island falls under postcode 6290 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
6290
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Warren-Blackwood (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.29°, 115.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.86 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services to the island — Augusta town centre ~10 min by barge and car

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
No train service; road access via barge to Augusta then drive to Perth via Busselton (~3.5 hr)
By Car (Peak)
3.5-4 hr (including barge)
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5 hr (including barge)

🛣️ Island access by barge only; a car and barge crossing are essential for daily life

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The island has no commercial amenities; barge access and a car are required for all services on the mainland

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
163
▲ 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 Molloy Island known for? +

Molloy Island is known for its unique character as a townsite built on an island in the Blackwood River, near Augusta in WA's South West. It offers a peaceful waterfront lifestyle and is close to Cape Leeuwin, where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet.

How far is Molloy Island from Perth? +

Molloy Island is approximately 320 kilometres south of Perth, making it around a 3.5-hour drive via Busselton and Augusta (including the barge crossing to the island).

Does Molloy Island have public transport? +

Molloy Island has no public transport services. The island is accessed by barge across the Blackwood River, and residents require a car for all travel to Augusta and beyond. There is no rail service in the Augusta region.

What is the population of Molloy Island? +

According to the 2021 Census, Molloy Island has a population of 163 residents living across its 2.9 square kilometre area, forming a small and close-knit island community.

Is Molloy Island a good place to live? +

Molloy Island offers a very distinctive lifestyle — quiet island living on the Blackwood River with easy access to the South West's stunning natural attractions. It suits those who value tranquillity, nature, and community, and are comfortable with the practicalities of island access by barge.

What is the postcode for Molloy Island? +

The postcode for Molloy Island, WA is 6290, shared with Augusta and surrounding localities in the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River.