South Bunbury
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for South Bunbury, WA 6230.
About South Bunbury
Welcome to South Bunbury
South Bunbury sits on the southern edge of the Bunbury city centre, about 175 kilometres south of Perth, making it one of the more established and walkable pockets of the South West's regional capital. It's a suburb of tree-lined streets, weatherboard and brick-and-tile bungalows, and a genuine sense of community that's built up over generations rather than manufactured overnight.
With a median age of 44 and a population of 8,810, South Bunbury tends to appeal to a mix of long-term locals, young families upgrading from units, and retirees who want to stay close to the coast and the CBD without paying inner-city prices. Its position between the Bunbury town centre and neighbouring Carey Park, Withers, Usher and College Grove means residents get the convenience of a central location with the quieter, more settled feel of an older residential area.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in South Bunbury revolves around a handful of well-loved local strips, with cafes, bakeries and pubs that have become fixtures for residents rather than passing trade. The suburb's proximity to Bunbury's city centre means a short drive or bike ride opens up a much broader hospitality and entertainment scene, including the restaurants and bars around the Bunbury waterfront, while still allowing residents to retreat to a quieter, more suburban pace at home.
It's the kind of place where a Saturday might involve a coffee run on foot, a stop at a local bakery, and an afternoon spent in the backyard rather than fighting traffic — a lifestyle that suits families and older residents alike.
Getting around
South Bunbury's biggest practical drawcard is how central it is. The suburb borders the Bunbury CBD directly, so most residents can reach the city centre, the port and the main retail and commercial precincts within minutes by car. Regional bus services connect South Bunbury to greater Bunbury and surrounding suburbs including Carey Park, Withers and Usher, while the South Western Highway provides an easy route north toward Perth or south toward the wine regions and coastal towns of the South West.
Because much of the suburb was laid out in an earlier era of town planning, streets tend to be walkable and well connected, with footpaths linking residential pockets to local schools, parks and shops without the need to rely on a car for every errand.
Schools & families
Families are well served by a solid cluster of local schools. South Bunbury Primary School and Adam Road Primary School provide public primary options within the suburb, while College Row School and the South Bunbury Education Support Centre add further choice, including for students needing additional support. For secondary education, Newton Moore Senior High School serves the area, giving families a full run of schooling options without having to leave the local district.
This density of nearby schools, combined with established parks and a generally quiet residential character, is a large part of why South Bunbury continues to attract young families and those upgrading from units elsewhere in Bunbury.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in South Bunbury reflects its history as one of Bunbury's older residential areas, with a strong presence of character homes alongside more recent infill development. Current listings show houses make up around 72% of the market, with apartments and units accounting for about 18%, townhouses a modest 3%, and vacant land making up the remaining 6% — indicating a suburb that's largely built out but still offers occasional opportunities for those wanting to build.
Buyers can expect everything from original brick-and-tile and weatherboard cottages to more contemporary renovations, giving the suburb a varied streetscape rather than the uniform look of newer estates in outlying areas like College Grove.
The property market
South Bunbury's median house price currently sits at $693,000, having grown 7.4% recently — a sign of steady, sustained demand rather than a speculative spike. Units and apartments carry a median of $660,000, a relatively narrow gap to house prices that reflects the smaller, more sought-after pool of unit stock in the suburb. For renters, the median weekly rent of $650 points to solid ongoing demand from tenants who want proximity to the CBD without inner-Bunbury prices.
Compared with neighbouring suburbs such as Withers and Carey Park, South Bunbury tends to command a premium, largely thanks to its central location and established character housing, while still offering more affordable entry points than some of the newer, master-planned pockets further out like College Grove.
Market snapshot
South Bunbury property market
Median sale price
$693k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
4.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$523k
Median
$693k
Premium
$1.05m
Days on market
14
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
114
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +16.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in South Bunbury by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for South Bunbury, WA 6230.
Population
8,810
residents (2021)
Median age
44
years
Household income
$1,438
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,600
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in South Bunbury
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in South Bunbury
$887k
38 Parry Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.07m
1 Tingle Street
Sold ~July 2026
$690k
90B Clarke Street
Sold ~July 2026
$610k
2/101 Clarke Street
Sold ~July 2026
$799k
53B Clarke Street
Sold ~July 2026
$700k
7A Bolton Street
Sold ~July 2026
$740k
30 Adam Road
Sold ~July 2026
$725k
51 Hastie 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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Common questions
South Bunbury suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in South Bunbury?
The median house price in South Bunbury, WA is $693k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 7.4%.
How much is rent in South Bunbury?
The median weekly rent in South Bunbury is around $650 per week.
Is South Bunbury a good place to live?
South Bunbury is a beachside suburb in Bunbury, Western Australia. South Bunbury is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 8,810 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of South Bunbury?
South Bunbury has a population of 8,810 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 44.
What schools are in South Bunbury?
There are 5 schools in or near South Bunbury, including College Row School, Adam Road Primary School and South Bunbury Education Support Centre.
How long do homes take to sell in South Bunbury?
Properties in South Bunbury take around 14 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in South Bunbury?
Entry-level properties in South Bunbury start around $523k, while premium homes reach $1.05m.
What suburbs are near South Bunbury?
Suburbs near South Bunbury include Carey Park, Withers, Bunbury, Usher and College Grove.
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