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Frankland River

WA 6396 • Western Australia

353
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1391.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalWine RegionQuiet

About Frankland River

Frankland River is a small town and locality in the Shire of Cranbrook in Western Australia's Great Southern region, situated approximately 333 kilometres south-east of Perth and 120 kilometres north-west of Albany. The locality encompasses a vast 1,391 square kilometres of agricultural land and native bushland, taking its name from the Frankland River that flows through the area. With a population of 353 at the 2021 Census and a history dating to 1947, Frankland River is a quiet rural community best known as the heart of one of Western Australia's emerging cool-climate wine regions.

The Frankland River wine region produces acclaimed cool-climate varieties including Riesling, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon, with several boutique wineries and cellar doors drawing visitors from Albany and Perth. The surrounding landscape features karri and jarrah forest remnants, the nearby Frankland National Park, and the tranquil river environment popular with fishing and camping enthusiasts. For everyday services, residents travel to Manjimup (approximately 90 kilometres to the west) or Albany to the south; the locality suits those who value a deeply rural lifestyle in the scenic Great Southern countryside.

Frankland River falls under postcode 6396 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Roe (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6396
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Roe (Agricultural)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.34°, 116.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1391.34 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Manjimup / Albany (by private arrangement or infrequent regional coach) Approx. 1 hr to Manjimup; 1 hr 30 min to Albany

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
333 km
By Train
No train service; drive to Albany for infrequent Transwa coach connections to Perth (approx. 7-8 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min - 3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Accessed via South Western Highway and Muirs Highway; Albany (120 km) is the nearest major service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural town with no walkable retail; a car is absolutely essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
353
▲ 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 Frankland River known for? +

Frankland River is best known as the centre of the Frankland River wine sub-region in Western Australia's Great Southern, producing acclaimed cool-climate wines including Riesling, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Several boutique wineries operate in the area, attracting visitors from Albany and Perth.

How far is Frankland River from Perth? +

Frankland River is approximately 333 kilometres south-east of Perth, making it roughly a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via South Western Highway and Muirs Highway.

Does Frankland River have public transport? +

Frankland River has no regular public transport. There is no rail service in the locality; occasional Transwa coach services operate through the broader region but a car is essential. Most residents rely on private vehicles for all travel needs.

What is the population of Frankland River? +

According to the 2021 Census, Frankland River has a population of 353 residents spread across a very large locality of approximately 1,391 square kilometres in WA's Great Southern region.

Is Frankland River a good place to live? +

Frankland River suits those who genuinely embrace a remote, rural lifestyle in WA's beautiful Great Southern region. It offers natural beauty, a connection to the wine industry, and a close-knit community atmosphere, but residents must be comfortable with limited local services and long drives to Albany or Manjimup for shopping and amenities.

What is the postcode for Frankland River? +

The postcode for Frankland River is 6396, covering the Frankland River locality in the Shire of Cranbrook, Great Southern region of Western Australia.