Bobalong
WA 6320 • Western Australia
About Bobalong
Bobalong is a rural locality covering 169.3 square kilometres located in Western Australia approximately 35 kilometres from Mt Barker and around 395 kilometres from Perth. With a population of just 45 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Bobalong is one of the smaller rural localities in the region, characterised by open farmland and sparse settlement. The locality's locality classification reflects its largely agricultural or natural land use, with properties typically comprising broad-acre farms, grazing land, or bushland holdings.
As a rural locality in Western Australia, Bobalong is part of an agricultural landscape typical of this part of the state, supporting farming and grazing activities. Residents depend on Mt Barker for access to schools, shops, medical care, and community life. The wide open spaces and close-knit farming community are among the defining attributes of living in this part of Western Australia.
Bobalong falls under postcode 6320 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Roe (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled services — Mt Barker Approx 26 min by car
Commute to Perth
🛣️ Car is essential; nearest town is Mt Barker approximately 35 km away
A car is essential for all errands; no footpaths or local shops exist in this rural locality
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Taylor Street