Broomehill East

WA 6318 • Western Australia

109
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
537.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet

About Broomehill East

Broomehill East is a rural locality in the Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup, situated in Western Australia's Great Southern region approximately 320 kilometres south-east of Perth. The locality adjoins the small agricultural town of Broomehill and is bounded to the west largely by the Great Southern Highway, which serves as the main arterial road through the region. Covering an area of around 537 square kilometres, Broomehill East is one of WA's larger but most sparsely populated localities, with 109 residents engaged primarily in broadacre farming.

Broadacre cropping — predominantly wheat — and sheep grazing are the defining industries of Broomehill East, and the locality is home to a Cooperative Bulk Handling (CBH) grain receival site. The area is also a starting point for the Horsepower Highway, a celebrated 75-kilometre tourist route featuring vintage tractors and rural artworks that winds through to the border of the Stirling Range National Park. Katanning, the nearest major service town around 20 kilometres to the north, provides schools, medical services, and retail facilities for local residents. The region's agricultural heritage and proximity to the Stirling Range make it a distinctive corner of WA's Great Southern.

Broomehill East falls under postcode 6318 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Roe (Agricultural) electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6318
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.86°, 117.65°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
537.00 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transwa GS2 coach service — Albany / Katanning / Perth Katanning approx. 25 min; Albany approx. 2 hr

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min – 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is essential. Great Southern Highway (Albany Highway) provides the main route. Transwa GS2 coach serves Broomehill area en route between Albany and Perth.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Broomehill East is a vast agricultural locality with no local commercial services; a car is required for all needs, with Katanning being the nearest service town.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
109
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 Broomehill East known for? +

Broomehill East is known for its broadacre wheat farming and sheep grazing, and as the starting point of the Horsepower Highway — a 75-kilometre tourist route featuring vintage tractors and rural artworks that leads towards the Stirling Range National Park.

How far is Broomehill East from Perth? +

Broomehill East is approximately 320 kilometres south-east of Perth, making it a roughly 3 to 4 hour drive via the Great Southern Highway. The nearest service town is Katanning, around 20 kilometres to the north.

Does Broomehill East have public transport? +

Broomehill East is served by Transwa's GS2 coach service, which runs between Perth and Albany via the Great Southern Highway, stopping near Broomehill. There is no rail service in the region and a car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Broomehill East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Broomehill East had a population of 109 residents. The locality covers approximately 537 square kilometres, reflecting the large land holdings typical of WA's broadacre farming regions.

Is Broomehill East a good place to live? +

Broomehill East suits those connected to the agricultural industry who value wide open spaces and a quiet rural lifestyle. Katanning provides essential services nearby, while the broader Great Southern region offers a strong farming community and access to natural attractions like the Stirling Range.

What is the postcode for Broomehill East? +

The postcode for Broomehill East, Western Australia is 6318.