Fitzroy Crossing
WA 6765 • Rest of WA
About Fitzroy Crossing
Fitzroy Crossing is a remote town in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, located approximately 400 kilometres east of Broome and 2,500 kilometres north of Perth. With a population of around 1,200, the town sits on the banks of the Fitzroy River and serves as a service centre for surrounding Aboriginal communities. The area has deep Indigenous cultural significance spanning tens of thousands of years.
Life in Fitzroy Crossing revolves around its role as a regional service hub, with a hospital, schools, a supermarket, and essential services. The nearby Geikie Gorge National Park (Danggu) is a major natural attraction, showcasing ancient Devonian reef formations. The town is home to a predominantly Indigenous population and experiences a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, with the Fitzroy River often flooding during the wet season.
Fitzroy Crossing falls under postcode 6765 and is governed by Derby-West Kimberley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kimberley electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Greyhound — Broome (west) / Halls Creek (east) ~5 hrs to Broome
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Nearest regional centre is Broome (400km west). No rail or regular public transport. Most travel is by private vehicle or air.
The town centre is compact and walkable, but extreme heat and distances to surrounding communities make a vehicle essential.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cherrabun Via
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Po Box 31
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Noonkanbah Station
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Fossil Downs PO Box 31
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Ngalapita Community
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Christmas Creek PO Box 23
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Kadjina Community
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Yakanarra Community
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Bayulu Community
Housing 2021 Census
71 state housing + 129 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. New Zealand 34
- 2. Philippines 15
- 3. England 14
- 4. India 11
- 5. Sri Lanka 9
- 6. Indonesia 6
- 7. Wales 6
- 8. Zimbabwe 6
- 9. Brazil 5
- 10. Malaysia 5
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)