Brookhampton

WA 6239 • Western Australia

249
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
54.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly

About Brookhampton

Brookhampton is a small rural locality in Western Australia's South West region, situated in the hinterland between Donnybrook and Bridgetown approximately 220 kilometres south of Perth. Covering around 54 square kilometres of undulating farmland and forest, it is home to around 249 residents who are drawn to the area's tranquil rural character and proximity to the region's acclaimed fruit orchards and timber country.

The South West landscape surrounding Brookhampton is characterised by apple and stone-fruit orchards, cattle grazing and patches of jarrah and marri forest. Residents access services through the nearby towns of Donnybrook and Balingup, which offer schools, supermarkets and community facilities. The locality appeals to hobby farmers, tree-changers and families seeking an affordable rural lifestyle within striking distance of Bunbury and the Margaret River wine region.

Brookhampton falls under postcode 6239 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Collie-Preston (South West) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6239
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.56°, 115.92°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
54.29 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transwa regional coach — Perth / Bunbury 2.5–3 hr to Perth

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
No local rail; Australind train runs Bunbury–Perth (~2 hrs) from Bunbury (~60 km away
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min

🛣️ South Western Highway provides the main route; Bunbury is the closest regional city (~60 km)

Walkability Car Dependent

No footpaths or local public transport; car essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
249
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

Where is Brookhampton WA? +

Brookhampton is a small rural locality in WA's South West region, roughly 220km south of Perth between Donnybrook and Bridgetown.

What is Brookhampton known for? +

Brookhampton is set in WA's orchard country, surrounded by apple and stone-fruit farms, cattle properties and patches of native jarrah forest.

What towns are near Brookhampton? +

The closest towns are Donnybrook (approx. 15 km) and Balingup (approx. 20 km), both of which offer schools, shops and community services for Brookhampton residents.