Scott River East, 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 Scott River East, in the Shire Of Nannup local government area.
| Locality | Scott River East |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | Shire Of Nannup |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -34.27865 |
| Longitude | 115.50231 |
| Population | 23 |
| Density | 0.0 /km² |
| Area | 563.3 km² |
| Elevation | 51 m |
| Postcode | 6275 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 261 km south |
Scott River East is a locality in the Shire Of Nannup local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 23. The locality covers an area of 563.3 km², giving a population density of about 0.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 51 m above sea level. It lies approximately 261 km south of Perth. Scott River East is located at 34.2786°S, 115.5023°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6275. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Scott River East breathes the damp, earthy scent of ancient Jarrah forests, a place where the land slopes gently towards the meandering waters that give it its name. It lies 71.3 km south-south-east of Busselton, WA (from Busselton, WA: bearing 169°T), and is situated 33.1 km east of Augusta. Here, the air hangs thick and cool, even in the height of summer, carrying the subtle perfume of decaying leaves and the sharp tang of Eucalypt. Sunlight, when it breaks through the dense canopy, filters down in shifting mosaics, illuminating moss-covered logs and the rich, dark loam underfoot. The landscape is a study in muted greens and browns, punctuated by the occasional startling crimson of a native flower or the flash of a tiny wren darting through the undergrowth. The stillness here is profound, broken only by the rustle of unseen creatures or the distant call of a kookaburra, a quiet testament to the wildness that still claims this corner of the south-west.
The history of Scott River East is deeply entwined with the timber industry, the towering Jarrah trees once felled and floated down its namesake river to distant shores, a vital artery for a burgeoning colony. Later, the rich soils proved fertile ground for dairy farming, and the gentle slopes are still dotted with contented herds, their silhouettes stark against the often-overcast sky. This agricultural heritage has shaped the quiet character of Scott River East, fostering a sense of self-reliance and a deep connection to the land. While the grand scale of logging has receded, the echoes of that era remain in the weathered farmhouses and the occasional rusting piece of machinery, a subtle reminder of the labour and lives that have shaped this particular locality. The local economy now draws a living from a blend of these traditions, with a resilient farming community and a growing appreciation for the natural beauty that draws travellers seeking a gentler pace.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Scott River East, 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 Scott River East, in the Shire Of Nannup local government area.
Detailed location data for Scott River East includes the postcode (6275), telephone area code (08), and local government area (Shire Of Nannup), 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 Scott River East 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. |