Arthur River
WA 6315 • Western Australia
About Arthur River
Arthur River is a small rural locality in Western Australia's Great Southern region, situated approximately 230 kilometres south-east of Perth within the Woodanilling Shire. Covering an extensive 477 square kilometres of wheat and sheep farming land, the locality lies in the Wheatbelt's southern reaches near the town of Woodanilling. With a 2021 Census population of 66 residents, Arthur River is a deeply rural farming community characteristic of the Western Australian agricultural belt.
The Arthur River, from which the locality takes its name, flows through the farming land of this area and is part of the broader South Coast river system. Agriculture dominates — broad-acre wheat, canola, and Merino sheep grazing are the backbone of the local economy. The small township of Woodanilling provides basic services, while Katanning, approximately 40 kilometres to the north, offers supermarkets, a hospital, and other regional services. Arthur River suits farming families who value the isolation and self-sufficiency of Wheatbelt pastoral life.
Arthur River falls under postcode 6315 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Roe (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa coach (limited) — Perth via Great Southern towns Approx 4–5 hrs to Perth
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Accessed via Great Southern Highway; car is essential for all daily needs
Arthur River is a remote agricultural locality with no walkable services; a car is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Ranford Street