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Lockyer, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Lockyer is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,270. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,270 Population 2,540/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$17,948 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$17,948 median income, 6.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$129,600 home value, $648/mo rent

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About Lockyer

Lockyer is a north-western suburb of the City of Albany in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. The suburb has a median age of 33, and was officially named in 1954.

People

Population1,270
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density2,540/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$17,948
Per Capita$17,948
Unemployment6.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$129,600
Rent$648
Ownership52.3%
Housing Units508

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Population1,270
Population Density2,540 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates-35.0057°, 117.8588°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,948
Median Age40.0 years

About Lockyer

Lockyer is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,270. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Lockyer has a population of 1,270 with a density of 2,540 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,270
Total Population
2,540
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above Australia avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lockyer vs Australia Average

The median household income in Lockyer is $17,948, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,948 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $345, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 121 business establishments.

Income: Lockyer vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$17,948
76% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$17,948
Avg Weekly Wage$345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)121

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lockyer is $129,600, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 52.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 508 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,600
54% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership52.3%
Owner-Occupied52.3%
Renter-Occupied47.7%
Housing Units508

Property Tax

Climate in Lockyer

Lockyer has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 849 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.2°C / 67°F 16.2° / 22.3° 19.1
Feb 20°C / 68°F 17.1° / 22.9° 18.2
Mar 19.2°C / 67°F 15.9° / 22.5° 38.3
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 13.8° / 21.1° 62.9
May 15.6°C / 60°F 11.7° / 19.5° 83.2
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.5° 125.4
Jul 13°C / 55°F 9.1° / 16.8° 123.9
Aug 13.3°C / 56°F 9.4° / 17.2° 126.8
Sep 14°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.9° 103.5
Oct 15.4°C / 60°F 12° / 18.9° 62.9
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 13.4° / 20.2° 52.5
Dec 18°C / 64°F 14.7° / 21.2° 32.6
Lockyer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 314 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density2,540/sq mi
Coordinates-35.0057°N, 117.8588°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.59"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Aug 5, 2023.

Aug 5, 2023 64 km E of Katanning, Australia M5.2 143 km
Jan 5, 2023 Western Australia M4.7 145 km
Dec 13, 1991 46 km N of Mount Barker, Australia M4.4 89 km
Jan 22, 1999 20 km S of Kojonup, Australia M4.3 130 km
Aug 1, 2019 2 km ENE of Mount Barker, Australia M4.2 45 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 131 km
Oct 26, 1996 65 km ESE of Katanning, Australia M3.7 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
February 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
April 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
May 58°F (15°C) 4.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
July 55°F (13°C) 5.6 in Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 4.9 in Coldest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
November 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in Driest

Lockyer has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 53°F in August to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and December the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Lockyer

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mount Lockyer Primary School - - - -
Parklands School - - - -
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Museums in Lockyer

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albany Museum of Surfing WA
Albany‘s Historical Whaling Museum
Brig Amity
National ANZAC Centre
Princess Royal Fortress
Western Australian Museum – Albany
Whale World

Libraries in Lockyer

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albany Public Library0.0

Hotels in Lockyer

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ibis Styles Albany

Restaurants in Lockyer

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chester Pass Lunch Bar
Country Manor Bar & Grill All Seasons

Veterinaries in Lockyer

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Albany vet hospital

Gas Stations in Lockyer

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coles Express
Puma Mount Melville
United
United Petroleum Orana

Airports Near Lockyer

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albany AirportALHMedium Airport
Cranbrook Airport-Small Airport
Denmark Airport-Small Airport
Maitraya Resort Airstrip-Small Airport
Stirling Range Retreat-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lockyer

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Calvary Chapel Albany
Seventh day Adventist church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Lockyer

What is the population of Lockyer?

Lockyer has a population of 1,270 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,540 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years.

Is Lockyer expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,948, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,600 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lockyer?

Lockyer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches.

How is the job market in Lockyer?

The unemployment rate in Lockyer is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $345. There are 121 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lockyer?

The median home value in Lockyer is $129,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $648. The homeownership rate is 52.3%.

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