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Watheroo

WA 6513 • Western Australia

137
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
773.04 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteWheatbelt

About Watheroo

Watheroo is a small rural town in Western Australia's Wheatbelt region, situated approximately 214 kilometres north of Perth within the Shire of Moora. With a population of 137 residents, it is a compact but historically significant community spread across a large 773 square kilometre locality. The town sits at around 263 metres elevation on the elevated inland plains, surrounded by farmland typical of the central Wheatbelt.

The economy and character of Watheroo revolves around broadacre farming, with grain growing and livestock the mainstay of the local community. The town was established in 1907 when the Midland Railway Company extended its line through the area, and a historic community hall remains a focal point of local life. Residents rely on the nearby service town of Moora, approximately 38 kilometres to the south, for shopping, schools, and most services, while larger needs draw people to Perth.

Watheroo falls under postcode 6513 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6513
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
Moore (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.27°, 116.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
773.04 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transwa road coach — Perth (East Perth Terminal) Approx. 3–3.5 hours

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
214 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Brand Highway (Hwy 60) heading south. Transwa coach services connect to Perth.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Watheroo has minimal local services; a car is essential for almost all daily needs, with most shopping and services in Moora (38km) or Perth

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
137
▲ 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 Watheroo known for? +

Watheroo is known as a Wheatbelt farming community, with grain growing and livestock farming the foundation of the local economy. The town has a long agricultural history dating back to the early 1900s when the Midland Railway Company extended services to the area.

How far is Watheroo from Perth? +

Watheroo is approximately 214 kilometres north of Perth, roughly a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via Brand Highway. The nearest major service town, Moora, is around 38 kilometres to the south.

Does Watheroo have public transport? +

Watheroo has no rail service — the historic Midland Railway line no longer operates through the area. Transwa coach services provide road connections to Perth, but a private vehicle is essential for day-to-day life in this remote locality.

What is the population of Watheroo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Watheroo has a population of 137 residents. It is a small, tightly-knit community spread across a large 773 square kilometre rural locality in the Shire of Moora.

Is Watheroo a good place to live? +

Watheroo suits those who embrace a quiet, rural lifestyle with a strong connection to the land and farming community. It offers wide open spaces and a close-knit community atmosphere, though residents must travel to Moora or Perth for most services, schools, and shopping.

What is the postcode for Watheroo? +

The postcode for Watheroo, Western Australia is 6513.