Ucarty

WA 6462 • Western Australia

78
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
251.46 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalWheatbeltRemote

About Ucarty

Ucarty is a rural locality in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, situated within the Shire of Dowerin approximately 150 kilometres north-east of Perth. Spanning over 251 square kilometres, the locality is home to around 78 residents and is defined by its broad-acre agricultural landscape. The area forms part of WA's central Wheatbelt, where mixed farming operations combine cropping and livestock production.

Ucarty is notably home to the Ucarty feedlot, a significant beef cattle operation established in the 1990s that runs an annual 4,000-head program supplying both domestic and export markets. Residents rely on the nearby town of Dowerin for essential services, schooling, and community facilities. The flat to gently undulating farmland and quiet rural atmosphere make it a characteristic Wheatbelt farming locality.

Ucarty falls under postcode 6462 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6462
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.13°, 117.20°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
251.46 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
150 km
By Train
No direct train or coach service
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2-2.5 hours

🛣️ Access via Great Eastern Highway through Dowerin

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote farming locality with no local shops or services; a car is required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
78
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 Ucarty known for? +

Ucarty is a farming locality in the WA Wheatbelt known for the Ucarty feedlot, a major beef cattle operation established in the 1990s that feeds around 4,000 head annually for domestic and export markets.

How far is Ucarty from Perth? +

Ucarty is approximately 150 kilometres north-east of Perth, which is around a 2 to 2.5-hour drive via the Great Eastern Highway.

Does Ucarty have public transport? +

Ucarty has no rail or regular bus services. A car is essential for all travel, with the nearby town of Dowerin providing the closest services and community facilities.

What is the population of Ucarty? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ucarty has a population of 78 residents spread across 251 square kilometres of farming land.

Is Ucarty a good place to live? +

Ucarty suits those committed to a farming or rural lifestyle in the central Wheatbelt. The nearby town of Dowerin provides basic services, and the area offers wide open spaces and a strong agricultural community.

What is the postcode for Ucarty? +

The postcode for Ucarty is 6462.