Nannup
WA 6275 • Western Australia
About Nannup
Nannup is a historic timber town and locality in Western Australia's South West region, situated on the Blackwood River approximately 280 kilometres south of Perth and 71 kilometres inland from Busselton. The locality covers a large area of over 245 square kilometres and had a population of 959 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a quiet rural town set amid tall karri and jarrah forests within the Shire of Nannup. With high annual rainfall and a temperate climate, Nannup is one of the most scenic and verdant towns in the WA South West.
Nannup is best known for its annual Nannup Music Festival, a celebrated folk, roots, and world music event held each autumn that draws visitors from across Western Australia and beyond. The town has cultivated a reputation as an arts and alternative lifestyle community, with a small characterful main street offering cafes, galleries, and local shops. Walking trails along the Blackwood River, nearby state forest parks, and proximity to the Margaret River wine region make Nannup a popular weekend destination and a peaceful base for those seeking a genuine country lifestyle.
Nannup falls under postcode 6275 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Warren-Blackwood (South West) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Very limited regional coach services — Busselton / Bunbury 1h - 1h 30min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Accessible via Vasse Highway and Brockman Highway; car is essential
The main street has basic services within walking distance for town residents, but most errands and all inter-town trips require a car
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bishop Street