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Torndirrup

WA 6330 • Western Australia

395
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
52.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRemoteRuralBushland

About Torndirrup

Torndirrup is a largely uninhabited locality on the Torndirrup Peninsula, approximately 10 kilometres south of Albany in Western Australia's Great Southern region, within the City of Albany local government area. The locality is dominated by Torndirrup National Park, a 39-square-kilometre protected area renowned for its dramatic granite coastline along the Southern Ocean. With 395 recorded residents but only 30 dwellings, the population includes both park staff and the residents of Albany Regional Prison, which is also situated within the locality.

Torndirrup National Park is one of the Great Southern region's most visited natural attractions, drawing travellers to iconic landmarks including The Gap — a spectacular ocean chasm — the Natural Bridge, and thundering coastal blowholes. Rugged walking trails offer sweeping views of King George Sound and the open Southern Ocean. Residents and visitors rely on nearby Albany for all major services, shopping, healthcare, and education, making Torndirrup an exceptionally nature-oriented locality rather than a conventional residential suburb.

Torndirrup falls under postcode 6330 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albany (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Albany (South West)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-34.91°, 117.86°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
52.43 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Albany CBD 15-20 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
410 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4.5-5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4-4.5 hr

🛣️ Albany is the nearest major centre (10 km); Perth is approximately 410 km via Albany Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Torndirrup is a mostly uninhabited national park locality; all services require driving to Albany

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
395
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Torndirrup known for? +

Torndirrup is best known for Torndirrup National Park, which features dramatic coastal rock formations including The Gap, the Natural Bridge, and powerful blowholes carved into ancient granite along the Southern Ocean coastline south of Albany.

How far is Torndirrup from Albany? +

Torndirrup is approximately 10 kilometres south of Albany via Frenchman Bay Road, making it a short 10–15 minute drive from the city centre.

Does Torndirrup have public transport? +

There is very limited public transport to Torndirrup. Albany itself has no passenger rail service, and the national park area is best accessed by private vehicle.

What is the population of Torndirrup? +

According to the 2021 Census, Torndirrup had a population of 395 people across just 30 dwellings. The locality includes Albany Regional Prison, which accounts for much of the recorded population.

Is Torndirrup a good place to live? +

Torndirrup is not a conventional residential suburb — it is primarily a national park and corrections facility locality. Those who do live nearby enjoy extraordinary natural surroundings, but all daily services require a short drive to Albany.

What is the postcode for Torndirrup? +

Torndirrup shares postcode 6330 with Albany and surrounding areas in Western Australia's Great Southern region.