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Bunbury Suburb Profile

Is Bunbury a good suburb? Find out in our suburb review for Bunbury, WA, 6230, including the latest median house price, suburb population and more.

Dalyellup Beach, Dalyellup coastal view

Suburb Snapshot

Bunbury sits in Western Australia’s South West, about 175 km south of Perth, and is the region’s vibrant urban centre with a population of around 84,000. This city offers coastal charm alongside city convenience, with modern homes, busy shopping centres, top schools, and leafy parks all close to beaches like Back Beach and Koombana Bay.

Getting around is easy with regular coach and rail services from Bunbury Terminal, plus the new Wilman Wadandi Highway for smooth coastal and city trips. Bunbury’s thriving arts scene, growing port, and strong rental market make it an appealing choice for families, professionals, and investors seeking a relaxed but connected lifestyle.

You’ll find plenty to love about everyday life in Bunbury. Locals spend weekends at the waterfront café strip, take the kids to the Dolphin Discovery Centre, or enjoy festivals and live music in the city’s cultural precinct. Outdoor adventures are just minutes away, from surfing at Back Beach to cycling along scenic coastal trails.

Key Statistics:

  • Post Code: 6230
  • Local Government: City of Bunbury
  • Land Area: 222.8 km²
  • Freestanding houses: 89.3%
  • Medium density housing: 8.0%
  • High density housing: 1.3%

Demographic Highlights

Bunbury Greater Perth
Median Age 39 37
Median weekly household income $1,606 $1,865
Households with a mortgage 84% 41.9%
Rented  dwellings 27% 26.6%
Family households 71.0% 71.5%
Couples with children 40.9% 45.7%
Persons born overseas 15.6% 40.5%
University qualification 6.3% 26.5%
Trade qualification 21.17% 16.9%
Unemployment rate 2.7% 5.3%

Demographic Data Source – ABS Census 2021
Median price data last updated December 2025 containing transactions for the 12 month period ending March 2026 – REIWA

Map of Bunbury

Frequently Asked Questions

Bunbury sits about 175 kilometres south of Perth on WA’s picturesque Indian Ocean coastline, forming the gateway to the South West. Just 7 km south, Dalyellup Beach blends coastal charm with city convenience.

From Dalyellup Beach, Bussell Highway connects you easily to Bunbury via TransBunbury bus services and direct routes to Bunbury Bus Station. Reach Perth in about two hours by car along Forrest Highway, or take regular TransWA trains and South West Coach Lines buses from Bunbury Terminal.

Plan your trip with TransBunbury.

Families choose Dalyellup Beach in Bunbury for its excellent local schools, with Dalyellup Primary School, Tuart Forest Primary School, Dalyellup College, and Bunbury Baptist College all within the estate. Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School sits just 2 km away. You’ll also find quality childcare options nearby, including Milestones Early Learning, Discovery at Play, Montessori Early Years, and more.

Dalyellup Shopping Centre provides supermarkets, cafés, and specialty stores close to home. Bunbury’s vibrant waterfront is perfect for dining at popular restaurants like Market Eating House and Mojo’s, while Bunbury Farmers Market offers fresh local produce in a lively setting.

Join local sporting clubs in Dalyellup Beach, including football, netball, soccer, and cricket, or participate in community fitness groups. Nearby Bunbury offers even more options, from swimming at South West Sports Centre to sailing, golfing, and community events throughout the year.

Choose Dalyellup Beach Estate by Satterley for premium homesites near parks, schools, shops, childcare centres, and convenient transport links. Enjoy incentives like landscaping and fencing packages, making it a smart, value-packed place to call home.

Check out our live pricelist and discover more land and house and land packages available at Dalyellup Beach Estate.

To secure land at Wildwood, review our live pricelist to see available homesites just 500 metres from the beach, surrounded by green open space. Register your interest to enjoy a premium lifestyle close to parks, shops, and local dining.