Bridgetown
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bridgetown, WA 6255.
About Bridgetown
Welcome to Bridgetown
Bridgetown sits in the timbered country of the South West, roughly 270 kilometres south of Perth along the Blackwood River. Known for its karri and jarrah forests, autumn leaf colour and a genuinely historic townsite, it's one of the South West's better-kept country towns — busy enough to have a proper main street, quiet enough that everyone still waves from utes.
With a population of 3,168 and a median age of 52, Bridgetown suits people looking for a slower pace: retirees, tree-changers, small farmers and families who want space and a real sense of community rather than a satellite suburb of somewhere bigger. Its closest neighbour, Kangaroo Gully, shares the same rolling, forested landscape and reinforces the semi-rural feel that defines the area.
Lifestyle & dining
Bridgetown's town centre has the unhurried charm of a place built around its history rather than a shopping centre. Cafes and pubs along the main strip serve locals and the steady stream of visitors who come through for the Blackwood River, the forest drives and the town's well-known autumn festival. It's a place where a coffee run turns into a chat, and where the weekend markets and local produce stalls are as much a social occasion as a shopping trip.
The surrounding countryside, all rolling hills, orchards and vineyards, gives Bridgetown a food-and-wine culture that punches above its size, with several cellar doors and farm-gate stalls within easy driving distance.
Getting around
Bridgetown is well connected by road, sitting on the South Western Highway roughly midway between Perth and the far south coast, which makes it a natural stop-off and a workable base for those who don't mind a longer commute. There's no passenger rail service, so a car is essential here, but the town itself is compact and walkable, with most day-to-day errands doable on foot from the centre.
Regional coach services link Bridgetown to Perth and neighbouring South West towns like Manjimup and Bunbury, useful for those without their own transport or wanting to avoid the drive.
Schools & families
Local families are served by Bridgetown Primary School and St Brigid's School, both established parts of the community and a drawcard for parents wanting a smaller, close-knit school environment rather than a big-city system. Secondary students typically head to Bridgetown's district high school offerings or further afield, but the strong primary options mean young families can put down roots early.
With a median age of 52, the demographic here leans older than many suburbs, so the schools and family services, while solid, share the stage with a strong retiree and lifestyle-buyer presence.
Parks & recreation
The Blackwood River and surrounding karri forest are Bridgetown's biggest recreational assets, offering swimming, canoeing, fishing and some of the South West's best bushwalking and mountain biking trails. Greenbushes and the broader forest country nearby add to a genuinely outdoors-oriented lifestyle, with national park and state forest access just minutes from town.
Local sporting clubs, a golf course and well-used community ovals round out the recreation scene, reflecting a town that still organises much of its social life around sport and the outdoors rather than shopping centres or cinemas.
The property market
Bridgetown's property market has had a strong run, with the median house price sitting at $716,000 after growth of 18.3% — a notable jump for a regional town and a sign that tree-changers and lifestyle buyers have been actively bidding up local values. Median rent of $610 a week points to solid rental demand relative to the price point, likely underpinned by both local workers and people testing the area out before buying.
Current listings show houses make up the bulk of stock at 63%, with land parcels a significant 34% — reflecting the appetite for building on acreage-style blocks — while townhouses and rural/acreage properties each account for a smaller 1% share. That mix underlines Bridgetown's character as a town where space is the point: buyers are generally choosing between an established home or a blank canvas to build their own, rather than higher-density options.
Market snapshot
Bridgetown property market
Median sale price
$716k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$610
per week
Gross rental yield
4.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$540k
Median
$716k
Premium
$953k
Days on market
18
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
36
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +17.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Bridgetown by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Bridgetown, WA 6255.
Population
3,168
residents (2021)
Median age
52
years
Household income
$1,082
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,400
per month
Mortgage / income
30%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Bridgetown
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Bridgetown
$308k
Lot 28/10 Gleneagles Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$655k
22 Forrest Street
Sold ~July 2026
$430k
99 Hampton Street
Sold ~July 2026
$390k
Lot 415/105 Lakeview Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$360k
22 Kincaid Close
Sold ~July 2026
$955k
Lot 130/35 Rokewood Heights
Sold ~July 2026
$585k
13 Carey Street
Sold ~July 2026
$642k
5 Mcalinden Street
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Bridgetown
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Price map around Bridgetown
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Common questions
Bridgetown suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Bridgetown?
The median house price in Bridgetown, WA is $716k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 18.3%.
How much is rent in Bridgetown?
The median weekly rent in Bridgetown is around $610 per week.
Is Bridgetown a good place to live?
Bridgetown is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 3,168 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Bridgetown?
Bridgetown has a population of 3,168 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 52.
What schools are in Bridgetown?
There are 2 schools in or near Bridgetown, including Bridgetown Primary School and St Brigid's School.
How long do homes take to sell in Bridgetown?
Properties in Bridgetown take around 18 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Bridgetown?
Entry-level properties in Bridgetown start around $540k, while premium homes reach $953k.
What suburbs are near Bridgetown?
Suburbs near Bridgetown include Kangaroo Gully.
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