Northampton lies 470km north of Perth and is about a 5-hour drive from the capital. It’s also just 40 minutes north of Geraldton by car.
Northampton enjoys a rich history and heritage, as well as beautiful sandy beaches and stunning wildflower hotspots.
European settlement began in 1848 when lead and later, copper was mined here. Today, this heritage is celebrated at the Railway Precinct, where you can explore the enduring traces of Western Australia’s inaugural government railway line, encompassing station structures, machinery, and rolling stock.
For an immersive journey into history, Chiverton House Museum exhibits an array of historical relics, photographs, and meticulously restored farm equipment, alongside a captivating collection of botanical specimens in their herbarium. Additionally, a visit to the Motors and Machinery Shed offers a captivating insight into the region’s past through its extensive assortment of over 200 classic and antique automobiles, trucks, and tractors.
You can find plenty of amenities with cafes, shops, retail outlets, a pub, health services, childcare, sports facilities, parks and playgrounds.
Schooling options include St Mary’s Primary School and Northampton District High School which is a combined primary and secondary school.
Average population sits around 830, and median average land prices are currently $60,000 as of November 2023.
If Northampton sounds like your cup of tea, why not take the next step? Contact our Sales & Design Team so we can get you started with a house and land package or custom build.
*Source: REIWA SUBURB DATA
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