The Batavia Coast consists of the region's four most populous local governments; namely the City of Greater Geraldton and the Shires of Chapman Valley, Irwin and Northampton. Collectively, the four Batavia Coast local governments cover over 31,000km2, or around 6.5% of the region's total area. However, they house around 48,000 people (almost 86% of the region's population), with all four local governments showing sustained population growth.

The Batavia Coast represents a significant portion of Australia's Coral Coast tourism region and is the base for the key regional government, commercial, industrial and retail sectors of the Mid West. The subregion has an expanding population and a strong and diverse economy, which is set for significant transformation on the back of major projects planned for the Mid West region.

Geraldton is the main administrative and service centre for the region and is the base for most major government services such as health and education. Important regional facilities including the Geraldton port, regional airport, regional waste disposal facility and post school education and training facilities are also located within the city boundaries. Important cultural facilities in Geraldton that also service the region include the WA Museum, Geraldton Regional Art Gallery and Queens Park Theatre. Approximately 40,000 people reside in Greater Geraldton, or 71% of the region's total population.

The Batavia Coast comprises the majority of the region's coastline, from Dongara to Kalbarri, and as such has a strong focus on fishing and coastal based tourism. Other industries include agriculture, aquaculture, manufacturing and some mining activities (including talc and gas).

Features of the Batavia Coast include the Kalbarri National Park, Geraldton Foreshore, Moresby Ranges, Port Denison, HMAS Sydney ll Memorial and the Abrolhos Islands. The majority of important strategic infrastructure associated with the proposed Oakajee project, including port and industrial estate are located within the Batavia Coast.

Local governments within the Batavia Coast have worked collaboratively on issues including waste managemnet and climate change adaptation through the Batavia Regional Organisation of councils (BROC), which was established in 2006. BROC has established shared service models for provision of various council services, such as planning and health, and works collaboratively with the State government on strategic regional planning for economic and social development.