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| Locality | Sunset Beach |
| 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 | -28.71932 |
| Longitude | 114.6227 |
| Population | 1,462 |
| Density | 794.6 /km² |
| Area | 1.8 km² |
| Elevation | 18 m |
| Postcode | 6530 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 378 km north-northwest |
Sunset Beach is a locality in the City Of Greater Geraldton local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of approximately 1,462. The locality covers an area of 1.8 km², giving a population density of about 794.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 18 m above sea level. It lies approximately 378 km north-northwest of Perth. Sunset Beach is located at 28.7193°S, 114.6227°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6530. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Sunset Beach unfolds as a gentle curve of sand, a pale blush against the vast, cerulean canvas of the Indian Ocean. It lies 6.3 km north of Geraldton, WA (from Geraldton, WA: bearing 7°T), and is situated 11.4 km north of Wandina. The air here carries a perpetual whisper of salt and a dry, warm breath that speaks of the arid interior lying just beyond the coastal fringe. Low, scrubby vegetation, tenacious and wind-sculpted, clings to the dunes, its muted greens a stark contrast to the vibrant blues and whites of the sea and sky. The sunlight, especially as the day begins its slow descent, bleeds across the horizon in a spectacle of molten gold and fiery orange, painting the very sand with a fleeting, ethereal glow. Footprints, ephemeral marks in the shifting grains, are the only immediate testament to the passage of life along this broad, welcoming stretch of coastline.
The story of Sunset Beach is one of quiet endurance and adaptation, deeply entwined with the broader narrative of the Mid West region. Historically, this coastline was a vital thoroughfare and resource for Indigenous peoples for millennia, a connection that subtly underpins the enduring spirit of the place. Later, the development of the neighbouring port city brought a steady influx of people and industry, transforming the landscape from windswept wilderness to a desirable residential precinct. The local economy, while benefiting from the prosperity of the larger centre, retains a distinct character; a relaxed pace where fishing boats bob in sheltered waters and the scent of barbecue smoke often mingles with the sea breeze. The iconic Geraldton foreshore, a vibrant hub of activity and community life, lies a short distance away, but Sunset Beach maintains its own tranquil charm, a place where the rhythm of the tides dictates the day.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Sunset Beach, Western Australia. 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 Sunset Beach, in the City Of Greater Geraldton local government area.
Detailed location data for Sunset Beach includes the postcode (6530), 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 Sunset Beach is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | July 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. |