Ah its 2hrs or so away from my inlaws

Well as an outsider to that area and having family there I can say that its what you make it. We lived in Katanning for awhile when we first married while Dh looked for a job in Perth and I didnt find it too bad. The worst thing for me was that half the town were related to or closely knew my inlaws/Dh so I felt 'watched' almost, not something Im used to being from 'the city'. But probably not an issue for you.

There is some great stuff to do down that way, Albany's a few hours drive away (I always told DH I could happily live there lol) and Perth is only a few hours north. Esperance is a few more hours south, and really lovely. Lovely countryside, clean air.

I say if its a good move financially for your family and job wise for your DH, do it. Especially if you have someone over there that you know.