Bayonet Head, Western Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Bayonet Head, in the City Of Albany local government area.
| Locality | Bayonet Head |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | City Of Albany |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -34.97426 |
| Longitude | 117.93427 |
| Population | 2,773 |
| Density | 507.9 /km² |
| Area | 5.5 km² |
| Elevation | 44 m |
| Postcode | 6330 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 387 km south-southeast |
Bayonet Head is a locality in the City Of Albany local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of approximately 2,773. The locality covers an area of 5.5 km², giving a population density of about 507.9 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 44 m above sea level. It lies approximately 387 km south-southeast of Perth. Bayonet Head is located at 34.9743°S, 117.9343°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6330. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Bayonet Head unfurls along the rugged southern coastline, a place where the land meets the restless ocean with an elemental force. It lies 7.5 km north-east of Albany, WA (from Albany, WA: bearing 37°T), and is situated 4.6 km north-east of Spencer Park. The terrain here is a dramatic interplay of rocky outcrops and sandy stretches, fringed by hardy coastal vegetation that clutches at the shifting dunes. Gnarled she-oaks, their branches sculpted by the persistent sea breeze, stand sentinel, their needles whispering secrets to the wind. The air itself carries the sharp, invigorating tang of salt, a constant reminder of the vast, deep blue that lies just beyond the horizon. Even on still days, the subtle tremor of the ocean's power seems to hum beneath the surface, a resonant energy that defines the very character of Bayonet Head.
Historically, the shores of Bayonet Head have witnessed the ebb and flow of human endeavour, from the earliest inhabitants to later settlers drawn by the promise of the coast. While not a primary centre for large-scale industry, its proximity to the significant port of Albany has always subtly shaped its existence, offering a backdrop to a more measured pace of life. The local economy has historically found footing in supporting activities that complement the regional strengths, with fishing and the burgeoning tourism sector playing increasingly important roles. The very light here, particularly in the late afternoon, possesses a unique quality, casting long, softened shadows across the land and lending a golden hue to the weathered textures of the coastline, a gentle invitation to pause and observe the enduring beauty of Bayonet Head.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Bayonet Head, Western Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Bayonet Head, in the City Of Albany local government area.
Detailed location data for Bayonet Head includes the postcode (6330), telephone area code (08), and local government area (City Of Albany), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bayonet Head is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |