Warburton

WA 6431 • Western Australia

511
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2793.66 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Remote CommunityOutback WAIndigenous CommunityDesert Region

About Warburton

Warburton is a remote Aboriginal community in the Ngaanyatjarraku area of far eastern Western Australia, along the Great Central Road. It has a small but established population and functions as a key service point across a vast desert region. The community's character is strongly shaped by Anangu culture, remote service delivery and outback geography. Distances to major urban centres are very large, reinforcing its isolated setting.

Lifestyle in Warburton is community-based, with local services focused on essential needs, schooling and health support for surrounding remote residents. Access to broader shopping, specialist care and administration requires long-distance travel, often to Kalgoorlie, Alice Springs or other regional centres. Public transport is limited and irregular, so private and community vehicles are critical. The area suits residents and workers experienced in remote Australia conditions.

Warburton falls under postcode 6431 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the North West Central (Mining and Pastoral) electorate.

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📍 Location

Postcode
6431
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.40°, 122.68°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2793.66 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Infrequent regional/community transport along Great Central Road — Laverton / Alice Springs corridor connections Varies; generally full-day or multi-day journeys

Commute to Kalgoorlie CBD

Distance
560 km
By Train
No local passenger rail access
By Bus
Very limited long-distance coach/community options
By Car (Peak)
6 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr

🛣️ Travel is dominated by long-distance road journeys; services can be weather/road dependent.

Walkability Low

The immediate community is walkable for local facilities, but regional access requires motor transport.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    PMB 243 Alice Springs NT 0872
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
  • 🏫
    PMB 72 Kalgoorlie WA 6430
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
511
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Warburton known for? +

Warburton is one of Australia's most remote communities, located in the Gibson Desert and serving as a service hub for the Ngaanyatjarra people. The community has a health centre, school, and essential services for the surrounding desert communities.

How far is Warburton from Perth? +

Warburton is approximately 1,600 kilometres east of Perth, accessible by the Warburton Road (an unpaved outback track) or by charter flight. It is one of Australia's most remote inhabited settlements.

Does Warburton have public transport? +

Warburton has no regular public transport. Access is by charter aircraft or 4WD vehicle. The Gunbarrel Highway provides road access to Alice Springs (approximately 1,000 km east).

What is the population of Warburton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Warburton has a population of approximately 511 residents, predominantly Ngaanyatjarra Aboriginal people, within the Ngaanyatjarraku Shire.

Is Warburton a good place to live? +

Warburton is home to Ngaanyatjarra Aboriginal people on their traditional Country. It suits those working in community services, healthcare, or education in remote desert communities. The surrounding Gibson Desert landscape is spectacularly remote.

What is the postcode for Warburton? +

The postcode for Warburton is 6431.