Carey Park
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Carey Park, WA 6230.
About Carey Park
Welcome to Carey Park
Carey Park sits on the southern fringe of Bunbury, Western Australia's second-largest city, a few minutes' drive from the Bunbury CBD and bordered by South Bunbury, East Bunbury, Withers and College Grove. It's an established, working suburb with a solid mix of older character homes and more recent infill, appealing to buyers who want proximity to the city without the price tag of the coastal pockets closer to the ocean.
With a population of around 5,155 and a median age of 40, Carey Park has the feel of a settled, family-friendly community rather than a transient rental patch. It's the kind of suburb that suits first-home buyers, tradespeople, and downsizers alike — practical, well-located, and increasingly popular as Bunbury's growth pushes outward from the coast.
Lifestyle & dining
Carey Park itself is a low-key, residential suburb, and most residents head into neighbouring South Bunbury or the Bunbury CBD for cafes, pubs and restaurants. That short drive is part of the appeal — you get the quiet of a suburban street while still being close to Bunbury's growing food and coffee scene, its waterfront precincts, and the weekend buzz of the city centre. It's an easy, low-fuss lifestyle rather than a destination suburb, which is exactly what draws a lot of buyers to it.
Shopping
For day-to-day shopping, Carey Park residents typically use the retail strips and supermarkets in South Bunbury and the wider Bunbury CBD, both just a short trip away. The regional centre's shopping precincts cover everything from major supermarkets to specialty retail, so locals rarely need to travel far for essentials, and the convenience of nearby Bunbury Forum and central Bunbury shopping keeps everyday errands simple.
Getting around
Carey Park's location just south of central Bunbury means the CBD, Bunbury Regional Hospital and the South Western Highway are all within easy reach by car. The suburb connects readily to Withers and College Grove to the south and East Bunbury and South Bunbury to the north, making cross-town trips straightforward. Bunbury's public bus network services the area, linking residents to the city centre and surrounding suburbs, while the South Western Highway provides the main route for those commuting further afield around the Bunbury-Busselton region.
Schools & families
Families in Carey Park have a local option in Carey Park Primary School, giving younger children a school within the suburb itself. Beyond that, the broader Bunbury area offers a range of primary and secondary schooling options within a short drive, and the suburb's mix of established homes and larger blocks tends to suit families who've outgrown units closer to the coast but still want city convenience.
Parks & recreation
As a well-established suburb, Carey Park has the kind of mature street trees, local parks and playing fields typical of older Bunbury suburbs, giving residents plenty of green space for everyday recreation. Its proximity to South Bunbury and the wider Bunbury foreshore and recreational precincts means beaches, the Leschenault Inlet and larger regional parks are all only minutes away for those wanting a bigger outing.
The property market
Carey Park's numbers tell the story of a suburb on the move. The median house price sits at $590,000, with units and apartments close behind at a median of $580,000, and median rent across the suburb is $573 a week. House prices have climbed 18.0% recently, a strong result that reflects growing buyer interest in Bunbury's more affordable, city-adjacent suburbs.
Current listings are dominated by houses, which make up 79% of stock, with apartments and units accounting for 15%, land 4% and townhouses the remaining 1%. That mix suits buyers after a standalone home with a yard, though the modest but present unit and apartment supply gives options for those wanting a lower-maintenance entry point into the market.
Market snapshot
Carey Park property market
Median sale price
$590k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$573
per week
Gross rental yield
5.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$439k
Median
$590k
Premium
$726k
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
45%
Sold this year
73
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +20.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Carey Park by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Carey Park, WA 6230.
Population
5,155
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$1,018
median, per week
Median rent
$270
per week
Median mortgage
$1,261
per month
Mortgage / income
29%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Carey Park
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Carey Park
$499k
2/3 Little Street
Sold ~July 2026
$545k
43b Xavier Street
Sold ~July 2026
$670k
42A Winton Street
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
13 Dyinda Street
Sold ~July 2026
$550k
21 Absolon Street
Sold ~July 2026
$715k
13 Kinkella Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$651k
6 Boyalla Street
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
25 Yorla Road
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
Carey Park suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Carey Park?
The median house price in Carey Park, WA is $590k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 18.0%.
How much is rent in Carey Park?
The median weekly rent in Carey Park is around $573 per week.
Is Carey Park a good place to live?
Carey Park is a suburb of the City of Bunbury in the South West region of Western Australia. Carey Park is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 5,155 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Carey Park?
Carey Park has a population of 5,155 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Carey Park?
There is 1 school in or near Carey Park, including Carey Park Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Carey Park?
Properties in Carey Park take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 45%.
How much do you need to buy in Carey Park?
Entry-level properties in Carey Park start around $439k, while premium homes reach $726k.
What suburbs are near Carey Park?
Suburbs near Carey Park include South Bunbury, East Bunbury, Bunbury, Withers and College Grove.
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