The Plains
WA 6237 • Western Australia
About The Plains
The Plains is a quiet rural locality in the Shire of Capel, situated in the South West region of Western Australia approximately 200 kilometres south of Perth and 32 kilometres from Bunbury. With a population of around 52 residents recorded in the 2021 census, it is a sparsely settled area covering about 64 square kilometres of predominantly agricultural land. The locality sits on the traditional country of the Wardandi (Wadandi) people of the Noongar nation.
The lifestyle in The Plains is rural and agricultural, with residents living on rural properties and farms surrounded by the gentle landscapes of Western Australia's South West region. The nearby towns of Capel and Boyanup provide everyday services and amenities, while Bunbury—a regional centre with shopping, hospitals, and education facilities—is roughly 32 kilometres away. The region is known for its agricultural productivity, pleasant climate, and proximity to the Margaret River wine and tourism region further south.
The Plains falls under postcode 6237 and is governed by the Capel Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Forrest, while state elections fall under the Collie-Preston (South West) electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 6237
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6237, 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 6237; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Car essential; South Western Highway the main route to Perth
Rural locality; no footpaths or public transport; car required for all trips
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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45 Thomas Street
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Timperley Street