South Doodlakine
WA 6411 • Western Australia
About South Doodlakine
South Doodlakine is a large 241 square kilometre locality located in Western Australia approximately 35 kilometres from Merredin and around 300 kilometres from Perth. With a population of just 47 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, South Doodlakine is one of the smaller rural localities in the region, characterised by open farmland and sparse settlement. The locality's locality classification reflects its largely agricultural or natural land use, with properties typically comprising broad-acre farms, grazing land, or bushland holdings.
As a rural locality in Western Australia, South Doodlakine is part of an agricultural landscape typical of this part of the state, supporting farming and grazing activities. Residents depend on Merredin for access to schools, shops, medical care, and community life. The wide open spaces and close-knit farming community are among the defining attributes of living in this part of Western Australia.
South Doodlakine falls under postcode 6411 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Central Wheatbelt (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled services — Merredin Approx 26 min by car
Commute to Perth
🛣️ Car is essential; nearest town is Merredin approximately 35 km away
A car is essential for all errands; no footpaths or local shops exist in this rural locality
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.