Three Springs
WA 6519 • Western Australia
About Three Springs
Three Springs is a small agricultural town located 313 kilometres north of Perth in the Midlands region of Western Australia, serving as the administrative centre of the Shire of Three Springs. Established in 1906, the town sits at an elevation of 257 metres on the Midlands Road and had a population of approximately 356 residents at the 2021 census. Its economy is based primarily on broad-acre grain cropping, sheep farming, and mineral sands mining, reflecting the productive agricultural character of Western Australia's Mid West region.
Three Springs offers a self-sufficient rural community with a primary school, medical centre, hotel, supermarket, and sporting facilities. The town hosts a well-regarded canola flower trail attraction during the flowering season (August–September), drawing visitors from across the state. Geraldton, the nearest major regional centre, is approximately 172 kilometres to the north-west, providing access to full retail, hospital, and tertiary education services. The area suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle with strong community connections in the WA wheatbelt.
Three Springs falls under postcode 6519 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Moore (Agricultural) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Transwa road coach — Perth / Geraldton Approx 4.5 hrs to Perth, 2.5 hrs to Geraldton
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Geraldton (~172 km north-west) is the nearest regional city. Perth is reachable by Transwa coach or car via Brand Highway and Midlands Road.
A small country town with basic walkable amenities within the town centre, but private car is essential for reaching regional services and facilities.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Carter Street