Mount Walker

WA 6369 • Western Australia

76
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
661.71 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteCar-Dependent

About Mount Walker

Mount Walker is a small rural locality in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, situated within the Shire of Narembeen approximately 300 kilometres east of Perth. Covering a substantial area of around 662 square kilometres, the locality has a population of just 76 residents according to the 2021 Census, reflecting its sparse agricultural settlement pattern. The landscape is dominated by broad-acre farming, with wheat and sheep grazing as the primary land uses across the gently undulating terrain.

Life in Mount Walker revolves around the farming community, with residents relying on the nearby town of Narembeen — approximately 30 kilometres to the west — for essential services, shopping, and schooling. The locality is entirely car-dependent, with no public transport services available and the area accessed via rural roads through the Wheatbelt. Mount Walker Golf Club adds a touch of community life to the area, and the wider Narembeen district offers a quiet, close-knit lifestyle typical of Western Australia's agricultural heartland.

Mount Walker falls under postcode 6369 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6369
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.02°, 118.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
661.71 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
300 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs

🛣️ Access via the Great Eastern Highway and rural Wheatbelt roads; entirely car-dependent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no footpaths, shops, or public transport — a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
76
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 Mount Walker known for? +

Mount Walker is known as a broad-acre farming locality in the Western Australian Wheatbelt, where wheat cultivation and sheep grazing are the dominant land uses. The area also has the Mount Walker Golf Club, a longstanding community facility serving local farming families.

How far is Mount Walker from Perth? +

Mount Walker is approximately 300 kilometres east of Perth, roughly a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Great Eastern Highway and rural Wheatbelt roads.

Does Mount Walker have public transport? +

Mount Walker has no public transport services. The locality is entirely car-dependent, and residents must drive to nearby Narembeen or further afield for all services.

What is the population of Mount Walker? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Walker has a population of 76 residents across a very large area of approximately 662 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely settled localities in the Wheatbelt.

Is Mount Walker a good place to live? +

Mount Walker suits those committed to a rural farming lifestyle, offering wide open spaces and a tight-knit agricultural community. It is not suited to those who need urban amenities, as all services, schools, and shopping are located in Narembeen or further away.

What is the postcode for Mount Walker? +

The postcode for Mount Walker, WA is 6369, shared with the nearby town of Narembeen.