Muchea is a suburb in the Shire of Chittering with a postcode of 6501. The town is surrounded by shrub and
woodlands, and colourful
wildflowers during spring really complement this picturesque town. Muchea is becoming a larger industry as the Shire's
population grows. Some of the industries within the region include citrus growing, vineyards, metal and concrete fabrication, mechanical, earthmoving, building and transport. Muchea is historically significance for the
John Glenn interpretive Centre detailing the astronaut
John Glenn's flight over
Perth in 1962. There is an nice bed and breakfast as
well as
farm-stay accommodation. A traditional
general store provides
post office, shopping, hardware and fuel.