Beachlands
WA 6530 • Rest of WA
About Beachlands
Beachlands is a coastal residential suburb of Geraldton in the Mid West region of Western Australia, approximately 420 km north of Perth. With a population of around 1,400 and a median age of 45, it is a modest-sized community within the City of Greater Geraldton. The suburb has a predominantly Australian and English heritage, with a notable Indigenous population representing about 10% of residents. It sits along the Indian Ocean coastline, offering an affordable beachside lifestyle.
Beachlands provides a laid-back coastal lifestyle with direct beach access and proximity to Geraldton’s town centre and services. The suburb offers affordable housing compared to capital city markets, with a median rent of just 00 per week. Residents enjoy fishing, swimming, and the warm Mid West climate. The area is popular with families, retirees, and workers in Geraldton’s mining services, fishing, and agriculture sectors. Local amenities are centred on nearby Geraldton CBD.
Beachlands falls under postcode 6530 and is governed by Greater Geraldton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Geraldton electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Geraldton Town Bus — Geraldton CBD 10-15min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Regional suburb of Geraldton. Most residents work locally. Geraldton CBD is about 3 km away (5 min drive). Rex Airlines operates flights from Geraldton to Perth.
Beachlands is primarily residential with limited local shops. A car is needed for most errands, though the beach is accessible on foot for residents.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Whitfield Street
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134 George Road
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18 Mitchell Street
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350 Chapman Road
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Wittenoom Street
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75 Fitzgerald Street
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Carson Terrace
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12 Holland Street
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Highbury Street
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15 Bayly Street
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Forden Street
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Sanford Street
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Maitland Street
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Cassia Street
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12 Tamar Street
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15 Cedar Crescent
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Hall Road
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Housing 2021 Census
93 state housing + 21 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 64
- 2. Philippines 32
- 3. New Zealand 24
- 4. South Africa 15
- 5. Scotland 11
- 6. Thailand 9
- 7. India 6
- 8. Germany 5
- 9. Canada 4
- 10. Nepal 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)