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Brunswick

WA 6224 • Rest of WA

1,195
Population (2021)
$31,824
Median Income
98.07 km²
Area
$250/wk
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRiversideQuietAffordable

About Brunswick

Brunswick — commonly known as Brunswick Junction — is a small agricultural town in Western Australia's South West region, situated approximately 161 kilometres south of Perth and 26 kilometres north-east of Bunbury along the South Western Highway within the Shire of Harvey. Covering a large area of 98 square kilometres with a population of 1,195, the town serves as a local hub for the surrounding farming and dairying district in the Collie River valley. The median age of 44 and a median weekly household income of $1,333 reflect a stable working and farming community.

Brunswick Junction is historically significant as a railway junction town, with the South West Main Line passing through and a heritage connection to the Peters Creameries facility that shaped the town's dairy industry identity. The surrounding district is productive agricultural country, known for dairy farming, cattle, and market gardening, with the Brunswick River adding to the area's natural character. The town has a local primary school, a small shopping strip, and community facilities, offering a quiet rural lifestyle within comfortable driving distance of Bunbury's broader services and amenities.

Brunswick falls under postcode 6224 and is governed by Harvey Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Murray-Wellington electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6224
Urban Area
Harvey and Surrounds
LGA / Council
Harvey
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Murray-Wellington
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.22°, 115.85°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
98.07 km²
Elevation
29m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Brunswick Junction
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • South West Coach Lines / Transwa services — Bunbury, Perth 30-35 min to Bunbury; approx. 2.5 hours to Perth

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
161 km
By Train
No regular passenger rail from Brunswick Junction; Australind train service operates from Bunbury (26 km away) — approx. 2.5 hours to Perth
By Car (Peak)
1.75-2.25 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5-1.75 hours

🛣️ Car is the primary transport. South Western Highway (Route 1) provides direct access to Bunbury and Perth. Bunbury is the nearest regional city with full services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Brunswick Junction is a small rural town where a car is essential; the local township has very basic services and Bunbury is required for most shopping and healthcare needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,398
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
44 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.5%

14 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,116
Census 2021
1,195
▲ 7.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,016
Income 2021
$31,824
▲ 9.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 933
Born Overseas 167

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 60
  • 2. New Zealand 31
  • 3. Italy 17
  • 4. Netherlands 9
  • 5. Germany 6
  • 6. South Africa 6
  • 7. Philippines 5
  • 8. Zimbabwe 5
  • 9. Canada 3
  • 10. Ireland 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 579
Australian 473
Irish 113
Italian 111
Scottish 75
Australian Aboriginal 56
Dutch 35
German 30
Polish 20
New Zealander 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

695
Both parents born in Australia
242
Both parents born overseas
150
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.3%
No Religion
43.3%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
62 (5.2%)
5-14 years
152 (12.7%)
15-19 years
89 (7.4%)
20-24 years
67 (5.6%)
25-34 years
129 (10.8%)
35-44 years
120 (10.0%)
45-54 years
168 (14.1%)
55-64 years
169 (14.1%)
65-74 years
142 (11.9%)
75-84 years
82 (6.9%)
85+ years
17 (1.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brunswick (Brunswick Junction) known for? +

Brunswick Junction is known as a historic South West WA railway junction town and agricultural hub, particularly associated with dairy farming and the Peters Creameries facility. The Brunswick River and surrounding Collie River valley countryside add to its rural character.

How far is Brunswick from Perth? +

Brunswick (Brunswick Junction) is approximately 161 kilometres south of Perth CBD, making it around a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the South Western Highway. Bunbury, the nearest regional city, is approximately 26 kilometres to the south-west.

Does Brunswick have public transport? +

Brunswick Junction has a railway station on the South West Main Line, though regular passenger services are limited. The Australind train service (Perth to Bunbury) operates from Bunbury, about 26 km away. Transwa and South West Coach Lines provide coach connections to Bunbury and Perth. A car is essential for most residents.

What is the population of Brunswick? +

According to the 2021 Census, the Brunswick locality (including Brunswick Junction) has a population of 1,195 residents, up from 1,116 in 2016. The town covers a large rural area of 98 square kilometres in the Shire of Harvey.

Is Brunswick a good place to live? +

Brunswick Junction suits those who enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle in WA's productive South West, within easy reach of Bunbury's services and beaches. It offers affordable property in a farming community, appealing to families, retirees, and those working in the local agricultural sector.

What is the postcode for Brunswick? +

The postcode for Brunswick (Brunswick Junction), WA is 6224, shared with surrounding Shire of Harvey rural localities.