Djugun

WA 6725 • Rest of WA

3,291
Population (2021)
$70,460
Median Income
9.38 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
RemoteTropicalIndigenous HeritageTourism HubKimberley Region

About Djugun

Djugun is a northern suburb of Broome in Western Australia remote Kimberley region, within the Shire of Broome. Named after the Djugun (Jukun) Aboriginal people whose traditional lands encompass the area, it has a population of approximately 2,800. The suburb has experienced steady growth and contains a mix of residential housing, from older established homes to newer developments serving Broome growing population.

Residents of Djugun enjoy proximity to Broome famous attractions including Cable Beach, the Broome Town Beach, and the historic Chinatown precinct. The suburb is home to Roebuck Primary School and various community facilities. Djugun attracts a diverse mix of long-term Broome residents, families, government workers, and those employed in tourism and the resources sector, all drawn to the unique tropical lifestyle of Australia northwest.

Djugun falls under postcode 6725 and is governed by Broome Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kimberley electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6725
Urban Area
Broome - North
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-17.94°, 122.23°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
9.38 km²
Elevation
15m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Broome Explorer Bus — Chinatown, Cable Beach, Town Beach 10-20 min
  • Regional coach — Derby, Fitzroy Crossing (limited) 3-8 hours

Commute to Broome (Chinatown)

Distance
3 km
By Bus
10-15 min
By Car (Peak)
5-8 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ No rail in Broome. Car is primary transport; distances are short within town

Walkability Car-Dependent

Spread-out suburban streets; too hot for walking most of the year, car essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,343
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
15.6%

144 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,833
Census 2021
3,291
16.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$60,372
Income 2021
$70,460
16.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,368
Born Overseas 453

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 119
  • 2. New Zealand 48
  • 3. Philippines 38
  • 4. South Africa 26
  • 5. Germany 17
  • 6. Thailand 17
  • 7. Scotland 12
  • 8. United States 12
  • 9. Ireland 11
  • 10. Zimbabwe 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,207
English 1,139
Australian Aboriginal 461
Irish 304
Scottish 268
German 101
Italian 89
Dutch 57
Filipino 55
Chinese 48

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,789
Both parents born in Australia
622
Both parents born overseas
393
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.7%
Christianity
30.1%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
292 (8.9%)
5-14 years
589 (17.9%)
15-19 years
166 (5.0%)
20-24 years
134 (4.1%)
25-34 years
537 (16.3%)
35-44 years
633 (19.2%)
45-54 years
495 (15.0%)
55-64 years
306 (9.3%)
65-74 years
114 (3.5%)
75-84 years
21 (0.6%)
85+ years
4 (0.1%)

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