Western Australia location profile
Chidlow WA 6556
Chidlow is a semi-rural hills suburb in the Shire of Mundaring, known for its bushland blocks, quiet village feel, and outdoor lifestyle. It centres around Lake Leschenaultia and the former Eastern Railway corridor, attracting families, nature lovers, and weekend visitors.
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Why families consider Chidlow
Predominantly family households and long-term residents on larger lots, with a mix of trades, professionals, and retirees. Lifestyle is relaxed and outdoorsy, with a strong community focus, bushfire awareness, and regular use of local trails, the lake, and village facilities.
Amenities & services
- Chidlow General Store and local shops in the village centre
- Chidlow Tavern (meals and social hub)
- Mundaring Village Shopping Centre (Coles, specialty stores)
- Mundaring Central (Woolworths, pharmacies, services)
- GP and allied health services in nearby Mundaring and Mount Helena
- Mundaring Library, Mundaring
- Boya Library (Boya Community Centre), Boya
Transport & connectivity
- Midland Station (Midland Line) – nearest train hub
- Transperth bus 320 (Midland–Mundaring–Chidlow) limited services
- Great Eastern Highway (via Sawyers Valley)
- Old Northam Road and Thomas Road (local access)
Lifestyle & recreation
- Lake Leschenaultia (swimming, kayaking, camping, picnic areas)
- Railway Reserves Heritage Trail (walking, cycling, horse riding)
- Chidlow Village Green and Recreation Ground (oval, courts)
- Local equestrian trails and mountain bike routes
- Lake Leschenaultia Reserve
- Railway Reserves Heritage Trail corridor
- Mundaring State Forest
- Beelu National Park (nearby)
Education context
Limited in-suburb options; families typically use long day care and OSH in Mundaring and Mount Helena (e.g., Goodstart Early Learning Mundaring, local school-based care).
- Curtin University (Bentley campus)
- The University of Western Australia (Crawley campus)
- Edith Cowan University (Mount Lawley and Joondalup campuses)
- Murdoch University (Murdoch campus)