Cable Beach
WA 6726 • Rest of WA
About Cable Beach
Cable Beach is one of Australia's most iconic coastal suburbs, located in Broome in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Named after the telegraph cable laid between Broome and Java in 1889, the suburb fronts a 22-kilometre stretch of brilliant white sand and turquoise Indian Ocean waters, backed by striking red ochre cliffs. It is approximately 2,200 km north of Perth, making it one of the most remote yet celebrated beach destinations in the country.
The suburb is famous for its world-renowned sunsets, sunset camel rides along the beach, and the seasonal Staircase to the Moon phenomenon. Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa anchors the local tourism economy, while local cafes, restaurants, and galleries cater to a mix of tourists and permanent residents. The area attracts adventurers, retirees, and lifestyle seekers drawn to Broome's unique blend of Indigenous culture, pearling history, and spectacular tropical environment.
Cable Beach falls under postcode 6726 and is governed by Broome Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kimberley electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- TransBroome Route 2 — Broome CBD / Town Beach 15-20 min
Commute to Broome CBD
🛣️ Broome has no rail service; Broome Airport is 2 km away with flights to Perth (approx. 2.5 hrs)
Walkable along the beachfront strip with resort, cafes and facilities nearby; car needed for broader Broome errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Housing 2021 Census
267 state housing + 21 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 166
- 2. New Zealand 124
- 3. Philippines 102
- 4. China 38
- 5. South Africa 34
- 6. Germany 31
- 7. India 28
- 8. Ireland 24
- 9. Scotland 22
- 10. France 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
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