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Deanmill

WA 6258 • Western Australia

327
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
30.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordableBushland

About Deanmill

Deanmill is a small historic timber locality in the South West region of Western Australia, situated approximately 5 kilometres north-east of Manjimup within the Shire of Manjimup. Established in 1914 as a State Saw Mills operation, the town's heritage is deeply rooted in the jarrah and karri timber industry that defined the region for much of the twentieth century. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 327 residents across 114 dwellings, giving Deanmill a quiet, close-knit rural character with a median household income reflecting the area's working-class roots.

The Deanmill Workers Club serves as the social heart of the community, while essential services including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities are readily available in Manjimup just minutes away. The surrounding South West landscape — with its towering karri forests, farmland, and scenic drives — defines daily life in the area, which sits within one of Western Australia's most productive timber and agricultural regions. Deanmill suits those seeking affordable rural living close to the natural beauty of the South West, with the regional centre of Perth approximately 315 kilometres to the north.

Deanmill falls under postcode 6258 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warren-Blackwood (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6258
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Warren-Blackwood (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.31°, 116.40°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.84 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transwa coach — Perth (East Perth Terminal) Approx. 4.5 hours

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
315 km
By Train
No direct train service; Transwa coach from Manjimup to Perth approx. 4.5 hours
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hours

🛣️ Car is the primary transport mode; South Western Highway connects Manjimup to Perth

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Deanmill is a small rural locality where a car is essential for all daily errands; Manjimup is 5 km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
327
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deanmill known for? +

Deanmill is known for its deep timber industry heritage, having been established in 1914 as a base for State Saw Mills. The locality's history of jarrah and karri milling shaped the South West region, and remnants of that era can still be felt in the town's character and the Deanmill Workers Club.

How far is Deanmill from Perth? +

Deanmill is approximately 315 kilometres south of Perth, making it around a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via the South Western Highway through Bunbury and Bridgetown.

Does Deanmill have public transport? +

Deanmill has no rail service. Transwa coach services connect the nearby town of Manjimup (5 km away) to Perth, but within the locality itself a car is essential for all daily travel.

What is the population of Deanmill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Deanmill has a population of 327 residents across 114 dwellings, making it a small but established rural community in the Shire of Manjimup.

Is Deanmill a good place to live? +

Deanmill suits those seeking very affordable rural living surrounded by the natural beauty of the South West's karri and jarrah forests. It offers a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle, with the regional town of Manjimup just 5 kilometres away for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Deanmill? +

The postcode for Deanmill is 6258, shared with the nearby town of Manjimup.