Beaufort River
WA 6394 • Western Australia
About Beaufort River
Beaufort River is a small rural locality in the Shire of Woodanilling, situated in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. Located approximately 240 kilometres south of Perth, the locality is traversed by the Albany Highway, which forms its main arterial link. The Beaufort River waterway meanders along its eastern and northern boundaries, lending the area its name. As of the 2021 census, the locality had a population of around 54 residents, reflecting its deeply rural character.
Life in Beaufort River revolves around broad-acre farming, with wheat, canola, and sheep grazing as the primary land uses. The locality sits within a productive agricultural corridor between Wagin and Katanning, both of which offer essential services and community facilities. The Beaufort Bridge Nature Reserve adds quiet natural appeal to the area. Residents appreciate the wide-open spaces and a tightly-knit farming community, while relying on nearby Wagin (approximately 30 km north) for shopping, schooling, and medical needs.
Beaufort River falls under postcode 6394 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Roe (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa road coach — Perth via Wagin and Narrogin Approx 3.5 hrs to Perth
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport. Nearest town is Wagin (~30 km north).
Entirely car-dependent rural locality with no footpaths, public transport, or local commercial services within walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.