About the Shire
Located approximately 45 kilometres from the Perth CBD, Serpentine Jarrahdale is set against the picturesque backdrop of the Darling Scarp.
Forested hills and wetlands are complemented by areas of pristine wilderness with an abundance of wildflowers and wildlife. This unique landscape delivers an enviable rural setting in close proximity to a major metropolitan area.
Coastal flats are dominated by rural residential properties with a mix of natural vegetation and cleared grazing land supporting a vibrant equine industry.
Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale Statistics
| Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale area |
905km2 |
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| Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale gazetted |
July 1961 |
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| Estimated residential population* |
36,403 |
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| Number of rateable residential properties |
12,476 |
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| Total length of roads |
801km |
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| Total area of reserves and public open space |
1102 hectares |
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| Number of reserves and public open space we manage |
241 |
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| Number of Shire facilities |
90 |
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| Council composition |
9 councillors |
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| Ward Structure |
3 wards – North, North West and South |
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