Mundaring, 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 Mundaring, in the Shire Of Mundaring local government area.
| Locality | Mundaring |
| 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 | -31.91989 |
| Longitude | 116.16053 |
| Population | 2,972 |
| Density | 93.9 /km² |
| Area | 31.6 km² |
| Elevation | 295 m |
| Postcode | 6073 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 28 km east |
Mundaring is a locality in the Shire Of Mundaring local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of approximately 2,972. The locality covers an area of 31.6 km², giving a population density of about 93.9 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 295 m above sea level. It lies approximately 28 km east of Perth. Mundaring is located at 31.9199°S, 116.1605°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6073.
Mundaring’s character is shaped by the undulating granite hills, cloaked in the deep green of jarrah and marri forests that climb towards the inland plateau. It lies 23.7 km east of Morley, WA (from Morley, WA: bearing 98°T), and is situated 14.5 km north-east of Lesmurdie. The air here carries a cool, earthy scent, a blend of eucalyptus and damp soil, particularly potent after a rain shower. Sunlight filters through the dense canopy, casting shifting patterns on the sandy tracks that meander through the bushland, a quiet invitation to explore the ancient landscape. Even in the heart of Mundaring, the presence of the vast natural world is palpable, a constant reminder of the wildness that lies just beyond the neat suburban edges.
The history of Mundaring is intrinsically linked to the Great Eastern Railway and the ambitious engineering feat of the Mundaring Weir, a cornerstone of Perth's water supply for over a century. This imposing concrete structure, a testament to early 20th-century ingenuity, stands as a prominent landmark, drawing visitors who appreciate its historical significance and the panoramic views it offers. The local economy, once reliant on timber milling and agriculture, has gradually shifted towards a more diverse base, with small businesses catering to the needs of a growing residential population and a burgeoning tourism sector drawn by the natural beauty of the surrounding national parks. The rhythm of Mundaring is one of quiet industry and relaxed living, a place where the legacy of pioneers and the enduring spirit of the bush coalesce.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Mundaring, 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 Mundaring, in the Shire Of Mundaring local government area.
Detailed location data for Mundaring includes the postcode (6073), 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 Mundaring 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. |