Karridale
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Karridale, WA 6288.
About Karridale
Welcome to Karridale
Karridale sits in Western Australia's far south-west, in the Augusta-Margaret River wine and forest country, a good few hours' drive south of Perth. It's a rural community rather than a suburb in the traditional sense — a scatter of farms, vineyards and bushland blocks strung along the roads between the Margaret River wine region and the wild coastline near Hamelin Bay.
With a population of just 317 and a median age of 48, Karridale suits people looking for space, quiet and a slower pace of life rather than convenience at the doorstep. It appeals to tree-changers, hobby farmers, retirees and anyone drawn to the karri forests and dramatic coast of the region's deep south.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Karridale revolves around the land, the forest and the sea rather than a main street. Days are shaped by paddocks, vineyards and bush blocks, with the beaches and boat-launching spots at neighbouring Hamelin Bay a short drive away for fishing, diving and watching the local stingrays that gather in the shallows. For cafes, restaurants and the wineries the Margaret River region is famous for, residents head north into the wine country proper, using Karridale as a peaceful base away from the busier tourist strips.
Shopping & services
Karridale itself is a small rural community rather than a retail centre, so day-to-day shopping and services are typically sourced from the larger towns nearby, including Augusta and Margaret River. Locals generally factor in a drive for groceries, banking and larger errands, which is part and parcel of the area's rural character.
Getting around
This is car-dependent country. Caves Road and the network of surrounding rural roads link Karridale to Margaret River to the north and Augusta to the south, with Hamelin Bay reached via a short run to the coast. There's no train line out this way, so a reliable vehicle is essential for work, school runs and stocking up on supplies, and distances between properties can be considerable given the area's sparse population.
Schools & families
Karridale Primary School serves the local community, giving families in the area a genuine local option for younger children without having to travel into Margaret River or Augusta. Secondary schooling and additional facilities are generally accessed further afield in those larger towns, which is a key consideration for families weighing up a move this far into the countryside.
Parks & recreation
The drawcard here is the natural environment rather than manicured parks. Towering karri and jarrah forest surrounds many properties, and the coastline at neighbouring Hamelin Bay offers swimming, fishing, boating and some of the region's most photographed limestone cliffs and turquoise water. Bushwalking, four-wheel driving and exploring the nearby Leeuwin-Naturaliste coastline are all part of the appeal for those who settle here.
The property market
Karridale's housing stock reflects its rural, low-density character: current listings are overwhelmingly land, at 93%, with houses making up just 7%. This tells the story of a market built around larger acreage holdings and lifestyle blocks rather than established housing estates, and it's a market that suits buyers looking to build, farm or simply secure a slice of the forest and coast rather than purchase an existing home. With a small population of 317 and a median age of 48, demand tends to come from a niche of buyers seeking rural lifestyle and privacy over convenience, which keeps the market distinct from the more built-up parts of the Margaret River region.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Karridale, WA 6288.
Population
317
residents (2021)
Median age
48
years
Household income
$1,359
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,758
per month
Mortgage / income
30%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Karridale
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Recent results
Recently sold in Karridale
$440k
284/24 Sawmill Loop
Sold ~July 2026
$465k
279/34 Sawmill Loop
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Karridale suburb FAQ
Is Karridale a good place to live?
Karridale is a small township in the south-west of Western Australia. Karridale is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 317 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Karridale?
Karridale has a population of 317 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 48.
What schools are in Karridale?
There is 1 school in or near Karridale, including Karridale Primary School.
What suburbs are near Karridale?
Suburbs near Karridale include Hamelin Bay.
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