Lagrange

WA 6725 • Western Australia

634
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3165.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalIndigenousRemote
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About Lagrange

Lagrange is a vast remote locality in the Broome Region of Western Australia, spanning approximately 3,166 square kilometres along the Kimberley coast south of Broome. With a small population of around 635 people, it is one of Australia's most sparsely inhabited coastal areas. The locality encompasses the Lagrange Bay area and the La Grange Aboriginal Community, located on Karajarri Country. Its landscape features spectacular red pindan cliffs, mangrove-lined tidal flats, and one of Australia's most remote stretches of Indian Ocean coastline.

Life in Lagrange is deeply connected to the land and sea, with the local Karajarri community maintaining strong ties to Country and traditional culture. The area is renowned among four-wheel-drive enthusiasts and anglers for its pristine and largely undeveloped beaches, exceptional fishing grounds, and proximity to the Great Sandy Desert coastal fringe. Basic amenities are limited within the locality itself; residents rely on Broome, approximately 120 kilometres to the north, for services, shopping, and healthcare.

Lagrange falls under postcode 6725 and is governed by the Broome Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Durack, while state elections fall under the Pilbara (Mining and Pastoral) electorate.

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📍 Location

Postcode
6725
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-18.77°, 122.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3165.96 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6725

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6725, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$56,093
Median 2023–24
$68,439
22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$79,997

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6725; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Broome

Distance
120 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hrs (partly unsealed road)
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5-2 hrs

🛣️ Access via unsealed Broome-Dampier Highway; 4WD recommended in wet season

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote coastal locality; vehicle (4WD preferred) essential for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
634
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lagrange WA located? +

Lagrange is a remote coastal locality in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, approximately 120 kilometres south of Broome along the Indian Ocean coastline.

What is the La Grange Aboriginal Community? +

The La Grange Aboriginal Community (also known as Bidyadanga) is one of the largest remote Aboriginal communities in Western Australia, located within the Lagrange locality on Karajarri Country.

Is Lagrange WA accessible by car? +

Yes, but the road from Broome involves partly unsealed sections. A 4WD vehicle is recommended, particularly during the wet season when roads may be impassable.

What is Lagrange Bay known for? +

Lagrange Bay is prized for its remote wilderness beaches, outstanding fishing, and dramatic pindan cliffs — a popular destination for adventurous four-wheel-drivers exploring the Kimberley coast.

What is the population of Lagrange? +

Lagrange had a population of 634 at the 2021 Census.