York Western Australia
York is Western Australia’s oldest inland town and is nestled on the banks of the Avon River surrounded with gentle rolling hills and farmlands set in the beautiful Avon Valley. A rich and colourful heritage and just 97 kilometres East of Perth Established by European settlers in 1831.
York is known for a wide range of things, but mostly for it’s Historic 18th century old-world charm and the amazing architectural Victorian and Federation buildings, vibrant community spirit, festive annual attractions, Historical river walks, Wildflowers, food and wine festivals, many adventurous activities such as skydiving or ballooning, museums and galleries and much much more on offer.
York Specific’s.
Population: | 3,484 | ![]() |
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Distance from Perth (km): | 97 | |
Weather average max temperature oC: | 24.75 | |
Weather average min temperature oC: | 10.5 | |
Average annual rainfall (mm): | 450 | |
Shire Area (sq km) | 2,010 |
Agriculturally there is over 137,000 hectares under production.
Also approx. 197 Hectares as Parks & Gardens.
York has productive industries such as, Wheat, Barley, Oats, Canola, Wine, Olives, Fat Lambs, Alpacas, Pigs, Sheep, Cattle, Stock feed, Hay fodder, Tourism.
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Tourist Attractions.
Motor Museum | York Town Hall | ![]() |
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Courthouse & Gaol Museum | York Agricultural Show | |
Jah Roc Mill Gallery | Mill Gallery | |
York Jazz Festival | York Gourmet Food & Wine Festival |
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Avondale Clydesdale & Vintage Day | Spring Garden Festival | |
Bridal Expo | Easter Antique Fair | |
York Agricultural Show | York Olive Oil Festival | |
Residency Museum | Skydiving Express | |
Many Quality B&B’s | Hotel/Motel & Country Inn’s |
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Link to York Shire Website.
Link to York Tourist Bureau.