Mount Barker

WA 6324 • Rest of WA

2,855
Population (2021)
$31,304
Median Income
489.75 km²
Area
291m
Elevation

About Mount Barker

Mount Barker is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Plantagenet (Shire) area. With a population of 2,855 and a median income of $31,304, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 489.75 km² at an elevation of 291m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

Situated at an elevation of 291m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Mount Barker offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Mount Barker falls under postcode 6324 and is governed by Plantagenet Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albany electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6324
Urban Area
Denmark - Plantagenet
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.62°, 117.64°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
489.75 km²
Elevation
291m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$225
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,226
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
48 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,741
Census 2021
2,855
4.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,768
Income 2021
$31,304
12.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,932
Born Overseas 538

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 184
  • 2. Afghanistan 77
  • 3. New Zealand 53
  • 4. Philippines 33
  • 5. South Africa 23
  • 6. Scotland 22
  • 7. Germany 18
  • 8. Netherlands 12
  • 9. Wales 11
  • 10. United States 8
  • 11. Zimbabwe 8
  • 12. India 6
  • 13. Canada 5
  • 14. France 5
  • 15. Ireland 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,295
Australian 1,079
Scottish 308
Irish 245
Australian Aboriginal 111
German 96
Dutch 57
Italian 49
Filipino 41
Welsh 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,489
Both parents born in Australia
659
Both parents born overseas
338
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.4%
Christianity
36.4%
Islam
3.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
142 (5.0%)
5-14 years
357 (12.5%)
15-19 years
178 (6.2%)
20-24 years
106 (3.7%)
25-34 years
249 (8.7%)
35-44 years
289 (10.1%)
45-54 years
367 (12.9%)
55-64 years
455 (15.9%)
65-74 years
413 (14.5%)
75-84 years
192 (6.7%)
85+ years
98 (3.4%)

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