Preston Beach
WA 6215 • Western Australia
About Preston Beach
Preston Beach is a small coastal town nestled in the Peel region of Western Australia, located just off the Forrest Highway between Mandurah and Bunbury, within the boundaries of the Yalgorup National Park. Home to around 268 residents according to the 2021 Census, the town sits alongside a picturesque coastline where pristine Indian Ocean beaches meet a landscape of coastal dunes, wetlands, and native bushland. It falls under the Shire of Waroona and is approximately 120 kilometres south of Perth.
Preston Beach is a beloved escape for fishing enthusiasts, 4WD adventurers, and nature lovers who are drawn to its uncrowded beaches, coastal camping spots, and tranquil surroundings. The town has a general store catering to everyday needs, while Mandurah — about 45 minutes north — provides full shopping, medical services, and schooling. With Perth just over an hour's drive away, Preston Beach offers a genuine sea-change lifestyle for those who treasure coastal serenity over urban convenience.
Preston Beach falls under postcode 6215 and is governed by the Waroona Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Canning, while state elections fall under the Murray-Wellington (South West) electorate.
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 6215
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6215, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6215; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Forrest Highway provides main road access. Mandurah (45 min) is the nearest major service centre.
Small beach town; a car is essential. Local general store is walkable for residents.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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14 Millar Street
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Millar Street