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Lancelin, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Lancelin is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 693. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
693 Population 41/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$24,775 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$24,775 median income, 1.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$142,600 home value, $713/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population693
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density41/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$24,775
Per Capita$24,775
Unemployment1.9%

Housing

B
Home Value$142,600
Rent$713
Ownership65.9%
Housing Units277

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population693
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-31.0225°, 115.3365°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (655 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,775
Median Age52.0 years

About Lancelin

Lancelin is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 693. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Lancelin has a population of 693 with a density of 41 people per square mile, spread across 17.0 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

693
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
17.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lancelin vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lancelin is $24,775, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,775 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $476, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 66 business establishments.

Income: Lancelin vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$24,775
67% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$24,775
Avg Weekly Wage$476

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lancelin is $142,600, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 65.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 277 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,600
49% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.9%
Owner-Occupied65.9%
Renter-Occupied34.1%
Housing Units277

Property Tax

Climate in Lancelin

Lancelin has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Feb (24°C), the coldest is Jul (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 558 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.4°C / 74°F 17.7° / 29.1° 11.3
Feb 24°C / 75°F 18.1° / 29.8° 13.2
Mar 23°C / 73°F 17.2° / 28.8° 13.4
Apr 20.4°C / 69°F 14.9° / 25.9° 25.0
May 18°C / 64°F 12.7° / 23.2° 72.0
Jun 15.5°C / 60°F 10.6° / 20.4° 102.7
Jul 14.8°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.5° 110.5
Aug 14.9°C / 59°F 10.1° / 19.7° 91.5
Sep 15.8°C / 60°F 11° / 20.5° 57.4
Oct 17.5°C / 64°F 12.3° / 22.7° 29.8
Nov 19.8°C / 68°F 14.4° / 25.2° 20.2
Dec 22°C / 72°F 16.5° / 27.4° 11.2
Lancelin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 289 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above Australia avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area17.0 sq mi (44.0 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates-31.0225°N, 115.3365°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.8"
32% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.20"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.8 on May 6, 2005.

Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 119 km
Apr 23, 1992 68 km NNE of Toodyay, Australia M3.3 140 km
May 6, 2005 5 km NW of Bullsbrook, Australia M2.8 90 km
Jul 18, 2003 42 km N of Toodyay, Australia M2.8 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Seroja (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Seroja Category 1 188 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in
February 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in Warmest
March 74°F (24°C) 0.6 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 5.2 in
July 57°F (14°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest

Lancelin has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 57°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and December the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Lancelin

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lancelin Primary School
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Museums in Lancelin

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Former museum

Hotels in Lancelin

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lancelin Sands Hotel

Restaurants in Lancelin

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

3 Emus
Thai Chilli Jam Take Away

Cafes in Lancelin

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe 6044
Lobbster Trap
Offshore Cafe
Wendy's Asian Cafe

Gas Stations in Lancelin

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

General store
Gull Lancelin Roadhouse

Golf Courses in Lancelin

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lancelin Golf Club
Ledge Point Country Club

Airports Near Lancelin

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
RAAF Base PearceMedium Airport
Beermullah AirstripSmall Airport
Cervantes AirportSmall Airport
Greenside AirstripSmall Airport
Jurien Bay AirportJURSmall Airport
Moora AirportSmall Airport
Nambung Station Private AirstripSmall Airport
RAAF GinginSmall Airport
Waddi Bush Camp AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lancelin

What is the population of Lancelin?

Lancelin has a population of 693 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 17.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lancelin expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,775, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $142,600 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lancelin?

Lancelin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.

How is the job market in Lancelin?

The job market in Lancelin is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $476. There are 66 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lancelin?

The median home value in Lancelin is $142,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $713. The homeownership rate is 65.9%.

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