Beachlands, Western Australia
Beachlands is a suburb of Geraldton, located in the City of Greater Geraldton, Western Australia. It was officially named in 1972.
| Beachlands Geraldton, Western Australia | |
|---|---|
  Beachlands | |
| Coordinates | 28°47′02″S 114°36′07″E / 28.784°S 114.602°E |
| Population | 1,694 (as of 2006) |
| Postcode(s) | 6530 |
| Location | 2 km (1 mi) SW of Geraldton |
Geography
Beachlands is between Geraldton's city center and the Port of Geraldton. It is bordered by Augustus Street to the north, Fitzgerald Street to the east, the Indian Ocean to the south, and Shenton and Crowther Streets to the west.
Population and Demographics
In 2006, Beachlands had a population of 1,694 people.[1] The median age of residents was 39, and many were born in Australia. A small percentage were born in the UK or had Italian heritage. Around 8% of the population identified as Indigenous Australians.
Facilities and Attractions
- Recreation Ground: A local park for outdoor activities.
- Community Shopping Centre: A place for shopping and services.
- Primary School: A local school for younger children.
- War Veterans Home: A home for military veterans.
- Separation Point Lookout: A spot with views of the Indian Ocean and nearby beaches, like Greys Beach and Mahomets Beach.
- ↑ Australian Bureau of Statistics (25 October 2007). "Community Profile Series : Beachlands (State Suburb)". 2006 Census of Population and Housing. Retrieved 2007-06-29.