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Wooroloo

WA 6558 • Greater Perth

2,613
Population (2021)
$38,948
Median Income
47.32 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
RuralBushlandSemi-RuralQuietRemote

About Wooroloo

Wooroloo is a rural locality in the Darling Ranges, approximately 55 kilometres east of Perth CBD within the Shire of Mundaring. Set at an elevation of 278 metres across a 47-square-kilometre area of native bushland and semi-rural land, the locality has a recorded 2021 Census population of 2,613 — though this figure is substantially influenced by the Wooroloo Prison Farm, a minimum-security correctional facility that forms a significant part of the locality's footprint. The residential community itself is considerably smaller, characterised by rural properties and hobby farms.

Wooroloo sits within the scenic Darling Ranges, offering a bushland setting with native wildlife, quiet country roads, and proximity to the Avon Valley and Toodyay region. The nearest township with everyday retail services is Mundaring, approximately 15 kilometres to the west, while the Great Eastern Highway provides the main corridor toward the Perth metropolitan area. There is no railway or regular bus service to Wooroloo, making a private vehicle essential; the area attracts those seeking a rural lifestyle within a feasible commuting distance of Perth.

Wooroloo falls under postcode 6558 and is governed by Mundaring Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kalamunda electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6558
Urban Area
Darlington - Mundaring - Chidlow
LGA / Council
Mundaring
Federal Electorate
Bullwinkel
State Electorate
Kalamunda
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.81°, 116.33°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
47.32 km²
Elevation
278m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular public bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Midland station then ~35 min by train
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway is the primary route west; a car is essential for all daily needs

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wooroloo is a rural locality with no walkable shopping or services; all daily errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,686
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,642
Census 2021
2,613
▼ 1.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,152
Income 2021
$38,948
▲ 10.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,002
Born Overseas 545

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 116
  • 2. New Zealand 89
  • 3. Vietnam 43
  • 4. South Africa 22
  • 5. Scotland 12
  • 6. Malaysia 11
  • 7. China 10
  • 8. India 10
  • 9. Italy 10
  • 10. Philippines 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 404
Australian 270
Irish 89
Scottish 81
German 23
Italian 22
Filipino 15
Dutch 14
Polish 9
South African 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

335
Both parents born in Australia
238
Both parents born overseas
131
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
15.2%
Christianity
11.1%
Buddhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
23 (0.9%)
5-14 years
99 (3.8%)
15-19 years
86 (3.3%)
20-24 years
212 (8.1%)
25-34 years
660 (25.3%)
35-44 years
635 (24.3%)
45-54 years
423 (16.2%)
55-64 years
293 (11.2%)
65-74 years
129 (4.9%)
75-84 years
49 (1.9%)
85+ years
6 (0.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wooroloo known for? +

Wooroloo is known for its rural bushland setting in the Darling Ranges east of Perth, and is the location of the Wooroloo Prison Farm, a minimum-security correctional facility. Beyond the prison, the locality attracts hobby farmers and those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle close to the Avon Valley.

How far is Wooroloo from Perth? +

Wooroloo is approximately 55 kilometres east of Perth CBD via the Great Eastern Highway, a drive of around 45–75 minutes depending on traffic conditions.

Does Wooroloo have public transport? +

Wooroloo has no regular public bus or train service. Residents must rely on private vehicles for all daily travel, with the nearest train station at Midland approximately 35 kilometres to the west.

What is the population of Wooroloo? +

The 2021 Census recorded 2,613 people in Wooroloo; however, the majority of this population is associated with the Wooroloo Prison Farm rather than the residential community. The actual township population is considerably smaller.

Is Wooroloo a good place to live? +

Wooroloo suits those seeking a rural lifestyle in the Darling Ranges with space, privacy, and natural bushland. It is best suited to self-sufficient households with reliable vehicles, as there are minimal local services and no public transport.

What is the postcode for Wooroloo? +

The postcode for Wooroloo, Western Australia is 6558.