Greenmount, Western Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Greenmount, in the Shire Of Mundaring local government area.
| Locality | Greenmount |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | Shire Of Mundaring |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -31.90495 |
| Longitude | 116.0569 |
| Population | 2,646 |
| Density | 550.1 /km² |
| Area | 4.8 km² |
| Elevation | 68 m |
| Postcode | 6056 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 19 km east-northeast |
Greenmount is a locality in the Shire Of Mundaring local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of approximately 2,646. The locality covers an area of 4.8 km², giving a population density of about 550.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 68 m above sea level. It lies approximately 19 km east-northeast of Perth. Greenmount is located at 31.9049°S, 116.0569°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6056.
Greenmount unfolds across the undulating slopes of the Darling Scarp, a landscape painted in the deep greens of jarrah and marri forests, interspersed with the muted golds of dry grasses in the warmer months. It lies 13.8 km east of Morley, WA (from Morley, WA: bearing 97°T), and is situated 13.4 km east of Bayswater. The air here often carries the scent of damp earth after rain, or the sharp, clean perfume of eucalypts on a sun-drenched afternoon. Sunlight filters through the canopy in shifting patterns, illuminating the rich, ochre-coloured soil that crumbles easily underfoot, a constant reminder of the ancient geology beneath. The character of Greenmount is one of quiet resilience, a place where the natural world retains a strong, untamed presence, shaping the lives and outlook of those who call it home.
The history of Greenmount is deeply entwined with the logging industry that once dominated the region, the towering timber a vital resource for early settlers and the burgeoning colony. Later, the fertile land attracted farmers and orchardists, their orchards still dotting the hillsides, a legacy of a more agrarian past. Today, while pockets of agriculture persist, the local economy leans towards a more diversified model, with many residents commuting to neighbouring centres or working in smaller, specialised businesses that cater to the growing population seeking a more rural lifestyle. A notable feature is the expansive John Forrest National Park, a significant natural attraction that draws visitors and locals alike, its walking trails winding through the very heart of the scarp's unique flora and fauna, offering a sanctuary of natural beauty that has been preserved for generations.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Greenmount, Western Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Greenmount, in the Shire Of Mundaring local government area.
Detailed location data for Greenmount includes the postcode (6056), telephone area code (08), and local government area (Shire Of Mundaring), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Greenmount is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |