Myalup
WA 6220 • Western Australia
About Myalup
Myalup is a small coastal locality in the Shire of Harvey, located approximately 149 kilometres south of Perth on the South West coast of Western Australia, positioned between Mandurah and Bunbury along the Old Coast Road. With a population of 344 spread across a large area of roughly 184 square kilometres, the locality has an open, low-density character with a mix of beach shacks, holiday homes, and permanent residences. The name Myalup derives from a local Noongar Aboriginal word referencing the paperbark trees that abound in the area's swamps and wetlands.
Myalup's coastline provides residents with direct access to beaches on the Indian Ocean, set against a backdrop of paperbark wetlands and coastal bush. The town of Harvey, approximately 24 kilometres to the east, serves as the nearest centre for supermarkets, schools, and everyday services, while Bunbury is around 39 kilometres away for a wider range of retail and medical facilities. Myalup appeals to those seeking a quiet coastal lifestyle away from larger urban centres — popular with retirees, holiday-home owners, and families drawn to its relaxed South West character.
Myalup falls under postcode 6220 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray-Wellington (South West) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa coach services — Bunbury / Perth Approx 30 min to Bunbury; 2.5 hr to Perth
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Old Coast Road and Forrest Highway provide access north to Perth or south to Bunbury
Small coastal locality with no shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gibbs Street
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South Western Highway
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Young Street
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Mornington Road