Dulbelling

WA 6383 • Western Australia

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
167.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemote

About Dulbelling

Dulbelling is a small rural locality in the central wheatbelt of Western Australia, situated approximately 60 kilometres south of Merredin and covering around 167 square kilometres of broad-acre farming country. With a 2021 Census population of approximately 52 residents, it is a sparsely settled locality characteristic of WA's vast wheatbelt agricultural region. The landscape is dominated by extensive cereal cropping, sheep grazing, and the open, flat terrain that defines this part of inland Western Australia.

Merredin is the nearest significant service centre, providing supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and community facilities for the surrounding wheatbelt district. The Great Eastern Highway runs through the region, connecting the wheatbelt communities to Perth to the west and Kalgoorlie to the east. Dulbelling suits those with a strong connection to agricultural life in WA's wheatbelt, where the rhythms of the farming calendar shape the pace of daily life.

Dulbelling falls under postcode 6383 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6383
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.00°, 117.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
167.32 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
260 km
By Train
No direct service; Transwa coach from Merredin to Perth (approx. 3 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 50 min - 3 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 40 min - 3 hr

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway provides access to Perth; Merredin is the nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dulbelling is a dispersed wheatbelt locality with no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dulbelling known for? +

Dulbelling is a quiet broad-acre farming locality in WA's central wheatbelt, known for extensive cereal cropping and sheep properties across its expansive flat landscape.

How far is Dulbelling from Merredin? +

Dulbelling is approximately 60 kilometres south of Merredin, the nearest service town, typically a 50 to 60 minute drive on wheatbelt roads.

Does Dulbelling have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Dulbelling. A private vehicle is essential, with Merredin being the nearest town offering basic services and Transwa coach connections to Perth.

What is the population of Dulbelling? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dulbelling has a population of approximately 52 residents across its 167 square kilometre area.

Is Dulbelling a good place to live? +

Dulbelling suits those with a deep connection to WA's wheatbelt farming lifestyle, with open spaces and an agricultural community, though all services require a drive to Merredin or further afield.

What is the postcode for Dulbelling? +

The postcode for Dulbelling, WA is 6383.