Tarcoola Beach
WA 6530 • Rest of WA
About Tarcoola Beach
Tarcoola Beach is a coastal suburb located at the southern entrance to Geraldton, Western Australia, approximately 4 kilometres from the Geraldton city centre. It falls under the jurisdiction of the City of Greater Geraldton and was gazetted as a suburb in 1985–86. The suburb forms a narrow strip about 3.2 kilometres in length between Brand Highway and the Indian Ocean, covering approximately 1.3 square kilometres. At the 2021 census, Tarcoola Beach had a population of 1,360.
Tarcoola Beach offers a relaxed beachside lifestyle with direct Indian Ocean frontage, making it popular with those seeking coastal living near a regional centre. The suburb contains accommodation options including a caravan park and holiday properties, reflecting its appeal to both permanent residents and visitors. For shopping and schooling, residents rely on neighbouring Mount Tarcoola. The median household income is above regional averages, attracting owner-occupiers who value the combination of coastal amenity and proximity to Geraldton's services.
Tarcoola Beach falls under postcode 6530 and is governed by Greater Geraldton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Geraldton electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa regional coach,Local bus services — Geraldton city centre 10–15 min
Commute to Geraldton CBD
🛣️ Geraldton does not have a passenger rail network. Brand Highway provides the primary road connection. Perth is approximately 420 km south (roughly 4 hours by car).
While the beachfront is walkable, Tarcoola Beach has no local shops or schools. Most daily needs require a short drive to Mount Tarcoola or the Geraldton city centre.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Whitfield Street
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134 George Road
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18 Mitchell Street
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350 Chapman Road
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Wittenoom Street
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75 Fitzgerald Street
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Carson Terrace
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12 Holland Street
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Highbury Street
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15 Bayly Street
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Forden Street
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Sanford Street
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Maitland Street
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Cassia Street
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12 Tamar Street
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15 Cedar Crescent
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Hall Road
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Housing 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 59
- 2. South Africa 29
- 3. New Zealand 23
- 4. Philippines 15
- 5. Scotland 12
- 6. Thailand 9
- 7. Wales 7
- 8. Ireland 6
- 9. Canada 5
- 10. China 5
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)