WA · 6230

Bunbury

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bunbury, WA 6230.

Bunbury, WA 6230

About Bunbury

Welcome to Bunbury

Bunbury sits about two hours south of Perth on Western Australia's south-west coast, at the point where the Collie and Preston rivers meet the Indian Ocean. As the state's second-largest city, it functions as the commercial and cultural hub of the south-west, offering a genuine city-by-the-sea lifestyle without the scale or pace of the capital.

The suburb itself, at the heart of greater Bunbury, blends a working port and CBD with beaches, parks and established residential streets. With a median age of 49 and a population of 3,948 in the immediate suburb, it tends to suit downsizers, retirees and professionals drawn to the coast, alongside families who like being close to schools, shops and the water.

Lifestyle & dining

Bunbury's CBD and foreshore area give residents a genuine urban centre with a coastal outlook, from waterfront cafes and restaurants along the marina to the pubs and eateries scattered through the city centre. The Koombana Bay and Back Beach precincts are popular for a swim, a walk or a bite to eat, and the dolphin-watching and whale-season activity off the coast add a distinctly south-west flavour that you won't find in a typical metro suburb.

The surrounding neighbourhoods of South Bunbury, Carey Park and East Bunbury add their own strips of local shops, bakeries and takeaway spots, giving residents plenty of options without needing to leave the greater Bunbury area.

Shopping

Bunbury Forum and the CBD retail strip cover most everyday and specialty shopping needs, from supermarkets and fashion to homewares, while smaller village-style shopping nodes in neighbouring Withers and Glen Iris serve more local, day-to-day needs. Being the commercial centre of the south-west, Bunbury also draws shoppers from surrounding towns, which helps support a broader retail and service offering than you'd expect in a city of its size.

Getting around

Bunbury is well connected by road, with the Forrest Highway and South Western Highway linking the city to Perth in around two hours and to other south-west towns such as Busselton and Dunsborough. Local bus services run through Bunbury and connect to neighbouring suburbs including Carey Park, Withers and Glen Iris, while the Australind train service links Bunbury directly to Perth for those who prefer rail.

Within the suburb itself, the compact CBD and grid-like streets make it easy to walk or cycle between the foreshore, shops and residential pockets, which is a drawcard for older residents and those looking to reduce reliance on a car.

Schools & families

Families have a solid choice of educational options in and around Bunbury, including Bunbury Primary School, Maidens Park Primary School and the culturally significant Djidi Djidi Aboriginal School, alongside Catholic options at St Joseph's Primary School, St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Bunbury Catholic College. This spread of public and Catholic schooling, combined with proximity to childcare and community facilities, makes the suburb workable for young families as well as the more mature demographic that currently dominates the area.

Parks & recreation

The foreshore, Koombana Bay and Back Beach give residents easy access to swimming, walking and water sports, while the Big Swamp Wildlife Park and Reserve offers a greener, more sheltered option for walking tracks and wildlife spotting close to the centre of town. Add in the Leschenault Estuary and the broader network of coastal paths, and there's a genuine variety of outdoor options within a short drive or ride of home.

The property market

Bunbury's housing market currently shows a median house price of $710,000 and a median unit or apartment price of $501,000, with recent house price growth sitting at a modest 0.7 percent. Median rent across the suburb is $680 a week, reflecting steady rather than red-hot demand, consistent with an established, older-skewing population rather than a rapidly growing one.

Current listings show houses make up 52 percent of stock, with apartments and units accounting for 36 percent, land 7 percent and townhouses 5 percent. That mix gives buyers genuine choice, from freestanding homes in the surrounding residential streets to lower-maintenance units closer to the CBD and foreshore, making Bunbury a suburb that can suit both owner-occupiers looking to downsize and investors chasing rental yield in a well-serviced regional city.

Market snapshot

Bunbury property market

Median price ranks #2,652 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 30%
Type
Bedrooms

Median sale price

$710k

House · 3 bed

Median rent

$680

per week

Gross rental yield

5.0%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$537k

Median

$710k

Premium

$1.30m

Days on market

22

Auction clearance

0%

Sold this year

32

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Compound growth +9.4% / yr over 4 yrs

Median price by bedrooms · House

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Bunbury by dwelling type.

House53%
Apartment / Unit35%
Land7%
Townhouse5%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Bunbury, WA 6230.

Population

3,948

residents (2021)

Median age

49

years

Household income

$1,614

median, per week

Median rent

$330

per week

Median mortgage

$1,733

per month

Mortgage / income

25%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Bunbury

Government school catchment

Bunbury Primary School

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Djidi Djidi Aboriginal School

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Maidens Park Primary School

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Bunbury Senior High School

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Manea Senior College

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Newton Moore Education Support Centre

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Independent & Catholic schools

St Joseph's Primary School

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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

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Bunbury Catholic College

7-12CoEdCatholic
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South West Community College - Bunbury Campus

10-12CoEdPrivate
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Recent results

Recently sold in Bunbury

$690k

102 Beach Road

house3 bd · 1 ba · 3 car

Sold ~July 2026

$531k

5/4 Braund Street

apartment2 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$570k

1/1 Money Street

unit2 bd · 2 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$685k

72 Stockley Road

house1 bd · 1 ba

Sold ~July 2026

$530k

3/3 Symmons Street

apartment2 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$510k

1/37 Hayes Street

apartment1 bd · 1 ba · 2 car

Sold ~July 2026

$650k

3/13 Upper Esplanade

townhouse3 bd · 1 ba · 1 car

Sold ~July 2026

$412k

19/14 Lyons Cove

house2 bd · 2 ba · 1 car

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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Common questions

Bunbury suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Bunbury?

The median house price in Bunbury, WA is $710k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 0.7%.

How much is rent in Bunbury?

The median weekly rent in Bunbury is around $680 per week.

Is Bunbury a good place to live?

Bunbury is a coastal city in the Australian state of Western Australia, approximately 175 kilometres (109 mi) south of the state capital, Perth. Bunbury is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 3,948 and 10 schools in the area.

What is the population of Bunbury?

Bunbury has a population of 3,948 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 49.

What schools are in Bunbury?

There are 10 schools in or near Bunbury, including Bunbury Primary School, Djidi Djidi Aboriginal School and Maidens Park Primary School.

How long do homes take to sell in Bunbury?

Properties in Bunbury take around 22 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.

How much do you need to buy in Bunbury?

Entry-level properties in Bunbury start around $537k, while premium homes reach $1.30m.

What suburbs are near Bunbury?

Suburbs near Bunbury include South Bunbury, Carey Park, East Bunbury, Withers and Glen Iris.

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Properties in Bunbury

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For Sale
$700,000
house

Charming Character Home in Prime South Bunbury Location

218 Blair Street, South Bunbury WA 6230
311809 m²
LJ Hooker Property South West WA3 weeks ago
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$549,000
duplex

Stunning Duplex Half in South Bunbury!

22B Willoughby Street, South Bunbury WA 6230
211
Barr & Standley Real Estate3 months ago
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$799,000
house

Prime Corner Development Opportunity - R40/80 Zoning on 794m²

81 Hayes Street, East Bunbury WA 6230
411794 m²
Professionals DAD Realty2 months ago
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Express sale
house
StMate est. ~$780k

East Bunbury elegance

27 Fairway Court, East Bunbury WA 6230
422712 m²
Acton | Belle Property South West - Bunbury3 months ago
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$850,000
house

Spacious Family Living with a Versatile Separate Studio on 917sqm

16 Keddie Street, South Bunbury WA 6230
422917 m²
Summit Realty South West1 month ago
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$799,000
house

HOME OPEN THIS SATURDAY 18th July 10:00am - 10:30am

35 Picton Road, East Bunbury WA 6230
311572 m²
Elders Real Estate South West1 week ago
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Offers over
house
StMate est. ~$780k

4x2 BIG BLOCK, POOL, SHED!

23 Julia Drive, South Bunbury WA 6230
422743 m²
Barr & Standley Real Estate3 weeks ago
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For Sale
$1m
house

GUIDING HIGH $1,000,000's

3 Mary Street, South Bunbury WA 6230
523613 m²
Elders Real Estate South West2 weeks ago
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$649,000
apartment

Easy-Care 4x2 Home in South Bunbury

3/110 Forrest Avenue, South Bunbury WA 6230
422337 m²
LJ Hooker Property South West WA3 weeks ago
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$665,000
apartment

Two Bedroom Unit With Ocean Views (New Price)

21B Upper Esplanade, Bunbury WA 6230
211167 m²
Elders Real Estate South West2 months ago
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For Sale
$475,000
apartment

AUCTION HAS ENDED - WINNING BID $475,000

4/11 Wittenoom Street, Bunbury WA 6230
211100 m²
Elders Real Estate South West3 weeks ago
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$690,000
house

Snap It Up Before It's Sold!

45 White Street, East Bunbury WA 6230
312701 m²
Elders Real Estate South West3 weeks ago
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