Sign In Register

Toodyay, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Toodyay is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,365. Elevation: 449 ft (137 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
1,365 Population 57/sq mi density
449 ft Elevation 137 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
12.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$19,198 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$19,198 median income, 7.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

Discover Toodyay, Australia

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Toodyay

Toodyay

Toodyay, known as Newcastle between 1860 and 1910, is a town on the Avon River in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, 85 kilometres (53 mi) north-east of Perth. The first European settlement occurred in the area in 1836. After flooding in the 1850s, the townsite was moved to its current location in the 1860s. It is connected by railway and road to Perth. During the 1860s, it was home to bushranger Moondyne Joe.

People

Population1,365
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density57/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$19,198
Per Capita$19,198
Unemployment7.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership80.1%
Housing Units546

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Population1,365
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Coordinates-31.5498°, 116.4674°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation12.7 inches (322 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,198
Median Age56.0 years

About Toodyay

Toodyay is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,365. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet (137 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Toodyay has a population of 1,365 with a density of 57 people per square mile, spread across 24.1 square miles. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,365
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above Australia avg
24.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Toodyay vs Australia Average

The median household income in Toodyay is $19,198, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,198 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $369, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 130 business establishments.

Income: Toodyay vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,198
74% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$19,198
Avg Weekly Wage$369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)130

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Toodyay is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 80.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 546 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.1%
Owner-Occupied80.1%
Renter-Occupied19.9%
Housing Units546

Property Tax

Climate in Toodyay

Toodyay has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (26°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 399 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26°C / 79°F 17.2° / 34.7° 21.1
Feb 25.7°C / 78°F 17.5° / 33.9° 16.8
Mar 23.2°C / 74°F 15.4° / 31° 17.5
Apr 19.4°C / 67°F 11.9° / 26.9° 19.6
May 15°C / 59°F 8° / 22.1° 45.9
Jun 12.5°C / 55°F 6.1° / 18.9° 59.6
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 4.9° / 17.5° 70.9
Aug 11.6°C / 53°F 5.1° / 18.2° 58.0
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 6.6° / 20.7° 39.8
Oct 17.2°C / 63°F 9.2° / 25.3° 23.5
Nov 20.6°C / 69°F 12.4° / 28.9° 16.3
Dec 23.9°C / 75°F 15.3° / 32.5° 10.2
Toodyay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 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 12.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above Australia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Area24.1 sq mi (62.4 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates-31.5498°N, 116.4674°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.7"
67% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

139 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 27, 2025.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 52 km
Mar 5, 2002 113 km E of Moora, Australia M4.8 133 km
Sep 28, 2001 133 km E of Moora, Australia M4.7 148 km
Mar 27, 1997 37 km W of Merredin, Australia M4.6 135 km
Mar 23, 2002 117 km E of Moora, Australia M4.6 137 km
Mar 30, 2002 110 km E of Moora, Australia M4.6 132 km
Aug 18, 2024 62 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.6 119 km
Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 62 km
Jun 12, 2005 98 km E of Moora, Australia M4.5 123 km
Aug 18, 2024 70 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.4 116 km
Jun 12, 2005 102 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.3 103 km
Jun 25, 2009 122 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 141 km
Mar 16, 2005 122 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 141 km
Mar 27, 2025 57 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 125 km
Jun 30, 2007 107 km NNE of Northam, Australia M4.2 109 km
Aug 21, 2022 117 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 122 km
Aug 31, 1997 40 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 133 km
Oct 2, 2024 50 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 135 km
Jan 25, 2025 59 km ENE of York, Australia M4.0 84 km
Mar 24, 2003 36 km NE of York, Australia M4.0 61 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 1 245 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
April 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
July 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in

Toodyay has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (0.3").

View full weather details →

Schools in Toodyay

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Toodyay District High School
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Toodyay

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Toodyay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Connor's Mill
Old Gaol Museum
Pernechele's Ford Family Museum

Libraries in Toodyay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Northam Public Library0.0
Toodyay Public Library0.0

Hotels in Toodyay

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Freemason's
Victoria Hotel

Restaurants in Toodyay

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cola Cafe

Cafes in Toodyay

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wendouree Tearooms

Train Stations in Toodyay

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Toodyay

Gas Stations in Toodyay

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dunnings
Shell Express

Banks in Toodyay

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank

Golf Courses in Toodyay

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Toodyay Golf Course

Airports Near Toodyay

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Perth International AirportPERLarge Airport
Perth Jandakot AirportJADMedium Airport
RAAF Base PearceMedium Airport
Beermullah AirstripSmall Airport
Beverley AirportSmall Airport
Bindoon Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands AirportSmall Airport
Chittering AirstripSmall Airport
Cunderdin AirportSmall Airport
Dale River AirportSmall Airport
Dowerin AirportSmall Airport
Glentromie AirstripSmall Airport
Goomalling AirportSmall Airport
Greenside AirstripSmall Airport
Langley Park AirstripSmall Airport
Northam AirportSmall Airport
RAAF GinginSmall Airport
White Gum Air ParkSmall Airport
Wongan Hills AirportSmall Airport
York AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Toodyay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Toodyay LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Toodyay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St John the Baptist

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Toodyay.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Toodyay

What is the population of Toodyay?

Toodyay has a population of 1,365 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 24.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Toodyay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,198, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,800 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Toodyay?

Toodyay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.7 inches.

How is the job market in Toodyay?

The unemployment rate in Toodyay is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $369. There are 130 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Toodyay?

The median home value in Toodyay is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 80.1%.

Nearby Cities

Compare Toodyay with another city: