Hamelin Bay
WA 6288 • Western Australia
About Hamelin Bay
Hamelin Bay is a small coastal locality in Western Australia's South West, situated approximately 320 kilometres south of Perth near Augusta. Covering around 16 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 58 residents. The locality is part of the Augusta-Margaret River Shire and is famous for its remarkable beach where rays come to feed in the shallows, making it one of WA's most loved natural attractions.
Hamelin Bay's crystal-clear waters and gentle stingrays make it a popular snorkelling and swimming destination year-round. The surrounding area features the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, and the world-class wineries of the Margaret River region. Augusta, approximately 20 kilometres away, provides the nearest shops and services. A private vehicle is essential; the area has no public transport. The beach lifestyle and extraordinary natural setting make Hamelin Bay a very appealing coastal retreat.
Hamelin Bay falls under postcode 6288 and is governed by the Augusta Margaret River Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Forrest, while state elections fall under the Warren-Blackwood (South West) electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 6288
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6288 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6288; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular local service — N/A N/A
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Brockman Highway and Bussell Highway provide main routes north
Small coastal locality with no local shops; car required for all errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bussell Highway