Nunile

WA 6566 • Western Australia

183
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
118.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalBushlandSemi-Rural

About Nunile

Nunile is a small rural locality in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region, approximately 87 kilometres north-east of Perth within the Shire of Toodyay local government area. Covering more than 118 square kilometres of farmland, wandoo woodland, and open bushland, the locality has a 2021 Census population of 183 residents spread thinly across the landscape. The area falls within the federal Division of Pearce and the Moore (Agricultural) state electorate, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled outer-metropolitan rural locality.

The surrounding countryside is typical of the Toodyay district — rolling hills, wandoo and marri woodland, and farmland characteristic of the Avon Valley's eastern fringe. Toodyay township, approximately 20 kilometres to the south-west, provides the nearest access to basic shops, a hotel, and community facilities, while Northam offers broader services and Midland provides the closest large retail precinct. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles for transport, and the lifestyle appeals to those who value rural seclusion with reasonable access to Perth via the Great Northern Highway.

Nunile falls under postcode 6566 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6566
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.48°, 116.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
118.22 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
87 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Northam (40 km) for Prospector service to East Perth (~2h)
By Car (Peak)
1h 10min–1h 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55min–1h 10min

🛣️ Accessible via Great Northern Highway south toward Midland and Perth

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; Toodyay is the nearest town for basic supplies and a car is essential for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
183
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 Nunile known for? +

Nunile is a quiet rural locality in Western Australia's Toodyay Shire, known for its wandoo bushland, open farmland, and the peaceful character typical of the Avon Valley's rural hinterland. It is a sparsely settled area where farming and rural lifestyle are the dominant features.

How far is Nunile from Perth? +

Nunile is approximately 87 kilometres north-east of Perth CBD, typically a 55 minute to 1 hour 10 minute drive via the Great Northern Highway through Midland and Toodyay.

Does Nunile have public transport? +

There is no rail or bus service to Nunile. The nearest Transwa Prospector train service operates from Northam, approximately 40 kilometres to the east. A private vehicle is essential for all travel to and from the locality.

What is the population of Nunile? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nunile has a population of 183 residents across 62 dwellings, making it a very small and sparsely populated rural locality within the Shire of Toodyay.

Is Nunile a good place to live? +

Nunile suits those who value rural seclusion, bushland scenery, and a quiet farming community lifestyle while remaining within roughly 90 kilometres of Perth. Toodyay provides nearby basic services, and the Great Northern Highway offers practical access to the city for work or shopping trips.

What is the postcode for Nunile? +

The postcode for Nunile, Western Australia is 6566.