Drummond Cove, 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 Drummond Cove, in the City Of Greater Geraldton local government area.
| Locality | Drummond Cove |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | City Of Greater Geraldton |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -28.6732 |
| Longitude | 114.61601 |
| Population | 1,415 |
| Density | 878.9 /km² |
| Area | 1.6 km² |
| Elevation | 7 m |
| Postcode | 6532 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 384 km north-northwest |
Drummond Cove is a locality in the City Of Greater Geraldton local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of approximately 1,415. The locality covers an area of 1.6 km², giving a population density of about 878.9 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 7 m above sea level. It lies approximately 384 km north-northwest of Perth. Drummond Cove is located at 28.6732°S, 114.6160°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6532. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Drummond Cove unfolds as a rugged coastline where ochre earth meets the relentless blue of the Indian Ocean. It lies 11.4 km north of Geraldton, WA (from Geraldton, WA: bearing 1°T), and is situated 13.9 km north of Mount Tarcoola. The land here is a study in raw, sun-bleached textures – weathered limestone cliffs tumble towards pockets of sand, and hardy scrub clings stubbornly to the slopes, its muted greens a stark contrast against the vibrant sky. A constant, bracing wind, carrying the briny tang of the sea, sculpts the landscape and whispers through the sparse vegetation, a persistent reminder of the ocean's proximity. The light, particularly in the late afternoon, casts long, dramatic shadows, transforming the familiar contours of the coast into something ancient and elemental, a place where the land feels both exposed and enduring.
The history of Drummond Cove is intrinsically linked to the maritime pulse of the broader region, a place that has long served as a vital point for coastal passage and resource gathering. Its economy, though not dominated by a single industry, has historically drawn strength from the sea, with ancillary support for fishing fleets and a growing appreciation for its natural beauty driving a modest tourism trade. The distinctive character of Drummond Cove lies in its unpretentious resilience; it is a place that has weathered the elements and the passage of time without succumbing to grand pronouncements, preferring instead a quiet dignity. The rhythm of life here is dictated by the tides and the seasons, a gentle cadence that allows for contemplation of the vast ocean horizon and the enduring spirit of the coastline.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Drummond Cove, 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 Drummond Cove, in the City Of Greater Geraldton local government area.
Detailed location data for Drummond Cove includes the postcode (6532), telephone area code (08), and local government area (City Of Greater Geraldton), 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 Drummond Cove 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. |