Orana
WA 6330 • Rest of WA
About Orana
Orana is a residential suburb in the City of Albany, located approximately 3 kilometres northwest of the Albany CBD on the south coast of Western Australia. With a population of around 2,000, it is one of Albany's established suburban areas. The suburb sits on gently undulating terrain with views towards the surrounding bushland and is well connected to Albany's town centre. Orana is a predominantly family-oriented community with a mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals attracted by Albany's lifestyle appeal.
Orana provides a quiet suburban lifestyle within easy reach of Albany's extensive amenities, including the Albany Entertainment Centre, historic precinct, and pristine beaches such as Middleton Beach. The suburb features the North Road Shopping Centre for everyday needs and is close to North Albany Senior High School and several primary schools. Residents enjoy access to the Bibbulmun Track for bushwalking and Albany's renowned whale-watching opportunities along the coast. Housing consists mainly of affordable three and four-bedroom homes on generous blocks, making it popular with young families.
Orana falls under postcode 6330 and is governed by Albany Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albany electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Town Bus 801 — Albany CBD via North Road 10-15 mins
- Town Bus 802 — Albany CBD circular 15 mins
Commute to Albany CBD
🛣️ No rail service in Albany; Perth is approximately 4.5 hours by car or 1 hour by Rex Airlines flight
Some local shops on North Road; most services require a short drive to Albany CBD
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesLe Grande Shopping Centre Lot 401 Albany Highway Albany 6330 WA
Schools
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244 Nanarup Rd
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32-36 Drummond Street
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Suffolk Street
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Ansen Road
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Burt Street
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26 Brewster Road
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Bethel Way
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Humphreys Street
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Anson Road
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Hardie Road
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Reidy Drive
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Martin Road
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Shelley Beach Road
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Beaufort Road
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Yatana Road
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19 Gordon Street
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9 Beaufort Road
Housing 2021 Census
98 state housing + 19 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 115
- 2. Philippines 72
- 3. Thailand 32
- 4. New Zealand 29
- 5. Myanmar 20
- 6. China 12
- 7. Netherlands 12
- 8. Germany 9
- 9. Scotland 9
- 10. India 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)