Waggrakine

WA 6530 • Rest of WA

2,679
Population (2021)
$39,468
Median Income
31.19 km²
Area
$290/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyRegionalAffordableSemi-Rural

About Waggrakine

Waggrakine is an outer northern suburb of Geraldton in Western Australia's Mid West region, located approximately 8 km north-northeast of the Geraldton CBD. With a population of around 2,679 (2021 Census), it sits within the City of Greater Geraldton local government area. The suburb was gazetted in 1979 and has grown steadily as a residential area, offering a semi-rural lifestyle on the edge of a regional city.

Waggrakine offers affordable housing with generous lot sizes, attracting families and those seeking space close to Geraldton's amenities. The suburb has access to local schools including Waggrakine Primary School and is close to shopping at Geraldton's major retail centres. Residents enjoy a relaxed, community-oriented lifestyle with easy access to the stunning Indian Ocean coastline and the region's wildflower country.

Waggrakine falls under postcode 6530 and is governed by Chapman Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Geraldton electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6530
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-28.69°, 114.67°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
31.19 km²
Elevation
138m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Route 750 — Geraldton CBD 15-20 min

Commute to Geraldton CBD

Distance
8 km
By Bus
15-20 min
By Car (Peak)
10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 min

🛣️ No train services in Geraldton region. Limited bus services; most residents drive.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A car-dependent suburb with limited public transport. Most errands require driving.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,540
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.4%

15 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,373
Census 2021
2,679
12.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,308
Income 2021
$39,468
11.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,091
Born Overseas 289

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 82
  • 2. Philippines 46
  • 3. New Zealand 44
  • 4. South Africa 12
  • 5. Thailand 10
  • 6. France 8
  • 7. Wales 8
  • 8. United States 7
  • 9. Poland 6
  • 10. Netherlands 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,118
English 1,004
Australian Aboriginal 349
Scottish 205
Irish 204
German 71
Italian 69
Filipino 57
Dutch 44
Polish 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,721
Both parents born in Australia
391
Both parents born overseas
264
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.9%
Christianity
40.6%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
177 (6.6%)
5-14 years
450 (16.8%)
15-19 years
173 (6.5%)
20-24 years
158 (5.9%)
25-34 years
340 (12.7%)
35-44 years
329 (12.3%)
45-54 years
357 (13.3%)
55-64 years
312 (11.6%)
65-74 years
244 (9.1%)
75-84 years
104 (3.9%)
85+ years
26 (1.0%)

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