What is Gabalong known for?

Gabalong is a sparsely populated rural locality in WA. It is primarily recognised as a geographic or administrative area rather than a developed residential suburb.

How far is Gabalong from Perth CBD?

Gabalong is approximately 154 kilometres from Perth CBD. The drive typically takes 1.5+ hours outside peak hours, though most residents use local regional centres rather than commuting to the capital CBD.

Does Gabalong have public transport?

Public transport in Gabalong is very limited. There is no rail service, and bus connections to major centres are infrequent or unavailable. A private vehicle is strongly recommended.

What is the population of Gabalong?

According to the 2021 Census, Gabalong has a population of approximately 8 residents. This makes it one of the smaller localities in WA.

Is Gabalong a good place to live?

Gabalong is suited to those seeking a very quiet, remote rural setting. With minimal infrastructure and services, it appeals primarily to those with lifestyle blocks or agricultural interests.

What is the postcode for Gabalong?

The postcode for Gabalong, WA is 6574.

Gabalong

WA 6574 • Western Australia

Population (2021)

N/A

Median Personal Income

76.10 km²

Area

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Median Rent

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About Gabalong

Gabalong is a small rural locality in Western Australia, located 154 kilometres north-east of Perth CBD within the region. With a population of just 8 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, it is one of the smaller communities in the district. The locality covers approximately 76.1 square kilometres.

The community has a quiet rural character with limited local services, and residents typically travel to the nearest regional town for shopping, medical care, and education. The surrounding landscape reflects the agricultural and natural character of the broader area. A private vehicle is essential for daily life in Gabalong.

Gabalong falls under postcode 6574 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

State

Western Australia

Postcode

6574

Urban Area

N/A

LGA / Council

N/A

Federal Electorate

Durack

State Electorate

Moore (Agricultural)

Type

Locality

Timezone

Perth (UTC+8)

Coordinates

-30.65°, 116.43°

Statistical Area

N/A

Area

76.10 km²

Elevation

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

Limited or no scheduled services — Nearest regional town Varies

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance

154 km

By Train

No rail service available

By Car (Peak)

2+ hours

By Car (Off-Peak)

1.5+ hours

🛣️ A private vehicle is essential in this rural locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

This is a rural or semi-rural locality where virtually all errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

Census 2021

▲ 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