Bonniefield

WA 6525 • Western Australia

217
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
53.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteCoastal HinterlandPeaceful

About Bonniefield

Bonniefield is a rural locality in Western Australia's Mid West region, situated within the Shire of Irwin approximately 25 kilometres south-east of Dongara by road. Covering around 54 square kilometres of largely agricultural land, Bonniefield forms part of the productive cereal and livestock farming belt that defines the Irwin district. With a population of around 217 residents, the locality is sparsely settled and retains a quiet, working rural character typical of this coastal hinterland region.

The nearest town, Dongara–Port Denison, provides essential services including schools, a hospital, supermarkets, and access to the coast. Geraldton, the major regional centre for the Mid West, is approximately 80 kilometres to the north and offers a full range of urban services, retail, and the Geraldton Regional Airport with flights to Perth. Bonniefield suits those seeking affordable rural acreage with access to the region's renowned coastal lifestyle, including pristine beaches, fishing, and the natural attractions of the Indian Ocean coast.

Bonniefield falls under postcode 6525 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6525
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-29.33°, 115.10°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.72 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Dongara and Geraldton 30 min to Dongara, 1 hr 15 min to Geraldton

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
340 km
By Train
No rail service; fly from Geraldton Airport (~80 km north, ~50 min flight) or drive
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min - 3 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via Brand Highway; Dongara (25 km) is the main service centre; Geraldton (80 km) for major services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote rural locality with no local services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
217
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 Bonniefield known for? +

Bonniefield is a quiet agricultural locality known for its cereal and livestock farming, set in the productive Irwin district of WA's Mid West, close to the coastal town of Dongara–Port Denison.

How far is Bonniefield from Perth? +

Bonniefield is approximately 340 kilometres north of Perth, roughly a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via the Brand Highway.

Does Bonniefield have public transport? +

Bonniefield has no public transport service. There is no passenger rail in the region; a private vehicle is essential, with Dongara (25 km) providing local services and Geraldton Airport (80 km) offering flights to Perth.

What is the population of Bonniefield? +

Bonniefield has a population of approximately 217 residents, making it a sparsely settled rural locality within the Shire of Irwin in Western Australia's Mid West region.

Is Bonniefield a good place to live? +

Bonniefield suits those who value affordable rural land and a quiet farming lifestyle, with the bonus of being a short drive from Dongara's beaches and the coastal amenities of the Indian Ocean.

What is the postcode for Bonniefield? +

The postcode for Bonniefield is 6525, shared with Dongara, Port Denison, and surrounding localities in the Shire of Irwin.