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Abba River

WA 6280 • Western Australia

83
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
28.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAgriculturalCoastal
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About Abba River

Abba River is a small rural locality in the City of Busselton in Western Australia's South West region, situated approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Busselton and 196 kilometres south of Perth. The locality covers around 28.5 square kilometres and recorded a population of 83 in the 2021 Census. It is named after the Abba River that flows through the area, a name of Aboriginal origin, and was established as a bounded locality in 1987.

The area is characterised by rural and lifestyle properties, with dairy, cattle, and mixed farming typical of the broader Busselton hinterland. Residents enjoy easy access to the Bussell Highway and the services of Busselton, including schools, supermarkets, medical facilities, and Busselton Jetty, while the world-famous Margaret River wine region lies to the south. Abba River offers a relaxed rural lifestyle close to both the beaches of Geographe Bay and the agricultural and tourism attractions of the South West.

Abba River falls under postcode 6280 and is governed by the Busselton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Forrest, while state elections fall under the Vasse (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6280
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Busselton
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Vasse (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.73°, 115.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
28.52 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6280

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6280, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,688
Median 2023–24
$54,161
▲ 26.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,648

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6280; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransBusselton limited regional services — Busselton Approx. 20 min by car

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
196 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest station is Bunbury (approx. 55 km north) with Australind train service to Perth (approx. 2 hr 20 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr

🛣️ Accessible via the Bussell Highway; a car is essential for daily living; Busselton is the main service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Abba River is a rural locality with no local shops or services; all daily errands require a car trip to Busselton

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
83
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Abba River known for? +

Abba River is known for its rural character and lifestyle properties in the hinterland of Busselton. The locality is named after the Abba River, which takes its name from an Aboriginal word, and the area forms part of the agricultural fringe of the City of Busselton close to the Margaret River wine region.

How far is Abba River from Perth? +

Abba River is approximately 196 kilometres south of Perth, typically a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Bussell Highway.

Does Abba River have public transport? +

Abba River has no local public transport service. There is no passenger rail in the Busselton area; the nearest train service is Bunbury, approximately 55 kilometres to the north, which has the Australind service to Perth. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Abba River? +

According to the 2021 Census, Abba River has a population of 83 residents across approximately 28.5 square kilometres of rural land in the City of Busselton.

Is Abba River a good place to live? +

Abba River offers a quiet rural lifestyle within easy reach of Busselton's beaches, shops, and services, as well as the world-renowned Margaret River wine region to the south. It is well suited to those seeking open acreage living within commuting distance of Busselton or Bunbury.

What is the postcode for Abba River? +

The postcode for Abba River is 6280.