Aim To explore the prevalence rate of faecal incontinence in community‐dwelling older people, associated factors, impact on quality of life and practices in managing faecal incontinence. Method Using a cross‐sectional design, 600 older people aged 60+ were randomly selected from a population of 2916 in Bali, Indonesia using a simple random sampling technique. Three hundred and three participants were interviewed (response rate 51%). Results The prevalence of faecal incontinence was 22.4% (95% confidence interval (CI) 18.0–26.8). Self‐reported constipation (odds ratio (OR) 3.68, 95% CI 1.87–7.24) and loose stools (OR 2.66, 95% CI 1.47–4.78) were significantly associated with faecal incontinence. There was a strong positive correlation between total bowel control score and total quality‐of‐life score (P < 0.001, rs = 0.61) indicating significant alterations in quality of life. The current management practices varied from changing diet, visiting health‐care professionals, and using modern and traditional medicines. Conclusion Faecal incontinence is common among community‐dwelling older people in Bali.