Green Head
WA 6514 • Western Australia
About Green Head
Green Head is a small coastal town in the Shire of Coorow, situated in the Mid West region of Western Australia along Indian Ocean Drive, approximately 260 kilometres north of Perth and 140 kilometres south of Geraldton. The locality spans nearly 112 square kilometres and recorded a 2021 Census population of 293 residents, with 145 dwellings — many of which serve as holiday homes for Perth residents and regional visitors. The town's rural electorate of Durack reflects its remote, sparsely settled character.
Green Head is defined by its stunning Indian Ocean coastline, with the sheltered bays of South Bay, Dynamite Bay, and Little Anchorage drawing visitors for swimming, snorkelling, fishing, and crayfish diving. The 2.8-kilometre Dynamite Bay Coastal Trail traces the shoreline and offers panoramic ocean views. The town has a genuine laid-back, coastal feel that swells during school holidays and summer when holidaymakers arrive in force. Everyday amenities are minimal — a small general store and boat ramp serve the permanent community — and residents rely on Cervantes (approximately 45 km to the south) or Geraldton for major shopping and services.
Green Head falls under postcode 6514 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular scheduled bus service — N/A N/A
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ A private vehicle is essential; Indian Ocean Drive connects the town to Perth; Cervantes (~45 km south) is the nearest town with services
Minimal local facilities; a car is essential for groceries, healthcare, and all major errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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10 Spencer Street