Ocean Beach, 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 Ocean Beach, in the Shire Of Denmark local government area.
| Locality | Ocean Beach |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | Shire Of Denmark |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -35.00857 |
| Longitude | 117.30802 |
| Population | 917 |
| Density | 21.7 /km² |
| Area | 42.2 km² |
| Elevation | 45 m |
| Postcode | 6333 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 366 km south-southeast |
Ocean Beach is a locality in the Shire Of Denmark local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 917. The locality covers an area of 42.2 km², giving a population density of about 21.7 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 45 m above sea level. It lies approximately 366 km south-southeast of Perth. Ocean Beach is located at 35.0086°S, 117.3080°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6333. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Ocean Beach unfurls like a sun-bleached ribbon where the mighty Southern Ocean meets the land, its vast expanse of white sand a constant murmur against the shore. It lies 52.5 km west of Albany, WA (from Albany, WA: bearing 272°T), and is situated 6.0 km south-west of Denmark. The air here is thick with the scent of salt and the subtle, sweet perfume of coastal wildflowers that cling tenaciously to the dunes, their colours a vivid contrast to the muted greens of hardy scrub and the deep, unwavering blue of the sky. Waves, relentless and rhythmic, crash with a percussive force, their spray carried inland on a breeze that whispers secrets from across the water, shaping the very character of the place with its persistent caress. The late afternoon sun casts a golden, almost liquid light across the scene, softening the harshness of the sea-worn landscape and imbuing the gentle slopes of the coastal plains with a quiet, profound beauty.
This stretch of coastline, cradled within a region known for its abundant natural wonders, has a history that speaks of both rugged beginnings and a burgeoning connection to the land and sea. For generations, the ocean has been a vital artery, supporting a local economy that draws strength from its bounty, with fishing and tourism forming the pillars of its livelihood. Nearby, the fertile hinterland, a patchwork of vineyards and farms, contributes its own distinct character, a vibrant counterpoint to the wilder coastal edge. The presence of the larger, neighbouring town of Denmark, with its own rich heritage, often colours the perception of Ocean Beach, yet this particular locality holds a distinct charm, a place where the raw power of nature is balanced by a gentle, welcoming spirit, a place where the traveller can feel the pulse of a community deeply attuned to its environment.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Ocean Beach, 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 Ocean Beach, in the Shire Of Denmark local government area.
Detailed location data for Ocean Beach includes the postcode (6333), telephone area code (08), and local government area (Shire Of Denmark), 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 Ocean Beach 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. |