Tenterden
WA 6322 • Western Australia
About Tenterden
Tenterden is a historic town and rural locality situated 328 kilometres south-east of Perth in the Shire of Cranbrook, within Western Australia's Great Southern region. Located 11 kilometres south of Cranbrook and approximately 88 kilometres north-west of Albany, the area spans over 414 square kilometres at an elevation of around 311 metres. With a population of 240 at the 2021 Census, Tenterden was gazetted in 1893 and is named after a town in Kent, England, reflecting its origins as an agricultural settlement along the Great Southern Railway line.
The heritage-listed St Mildred's Anglican Church is one of Tenterden's most notable landmarks, standing as a reminder of the town's long pastoral history. The surrounding countryside supports grain and livestock farming typical of the Great Southern agricultural region, and the nearby town of Cranbrook provides essential services for local residents. Tenterden attracts those drawn to rural Western Australia's wide-open farming landscapes, deep historical roots, and the unhurried pace of life that defines the Great Southern region.
Tenterden falls under postcode 6322 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Roe (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular bus service — N/A N/A
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ South Coast Highway and Albany Highway provide road access; Albany (88 km) is the nearest regional city with full services
A car is essential; no local shops or services within Tenterden itself, with Cranbrook (11 km) providing nearest retail
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.