Forrest Beach
WA 6271 • Western Australia
About Forrest Beach
Forrest Beach is a small rural locality situated in the south-west of Western Australia, approximately 187 kilometres from Perth CBD. The locality covers an area of 17.5 square kilometres and recorded a small permanent population of 34 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of south-west Western Australia country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of Western Australia.
Forrest Beach is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of Western Australia. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call Forrest Beach home.
Forrest Beach falls under postcode 6271 and is governed by the Capel 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
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 6271
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6271, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6271; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Forrest Beach is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
Forrest Beach has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Barlee Road