Amelup
WA 6338 • Western Australia
About Amelup
Amelup is a small rural locality in the Shire of Gnowangerup within the Great Southern region of Western Australia, situated approximately 95 kilometres north-north-east of Albany along Chester Pass Road. Covering a substantial area of around 402 square kilometres, the locality is best known as a gateway to the Stirling Range National Park, home to the only major mountain range in southern Western Australia, with peaks rising above 1,000 metres. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 71 residents, reflecting the locality's sparse, agricultural character.
Amelup has a rich history linked to the sandalwood trade of the 1890s and was opened for farming selection in the late 1920s, with properties now primarily engaged in cropping and grazing. The locality offers a scenic rural setting with the dramatic silhouette of the Stirling Range providing a striking backdrop, and is home to the Stirling Range Retreat, a popular base for bushwalkers and nature lovers visiting the national park. The nearest significant services are found in the town of Gnowangerup to the south, while Albany — the region's main centre — is about a 90 minute drive, offering full urban amenities. A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Amelup falls under postcode 6338 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warren-Blackwood (South West) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa regional coach services via Albany — Perth (East Perth Terminal) Approx. 6 hr from Albany; connection needed from Amelup
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Albany (95 km) is the nearest major centre. A private vehicle is essential for all travel
A remote rural locality with no local shops; a car is required for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Stone Street
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Garnett Road