Withers
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Withers, WA 6230.
About Withers
Welcome to Withers
Withers sits on the southern edge of Bunbury, around 175 kilometres south of Perth, in the heart of Western Australia's South West. It's a modest, close-knit suburb bordered by Usher, South Bunbury, College Grove, Carey Park and Gelorup, offering easy access to Bunbury's CBD, beaches and industry without the price tag of the coastal pockets closer to the water.
This is a suburb that suits first-home buyers, investors and families looking for affordability and a strong sense of community over polish. With a population of just under 3,000 and a median age of 39, Withers has a settled, working-suburb feel — the kind of place where neighbours know each other and the local schools double as community hubs.
Housing & architecture
Withers is overwhelmingly a house suburb, with current listings showing 82% houses, 6% land, 3% townhouses and just 9% apartments or units. Expect a mix of older brick-and-tile post-war homes and more recently built infill, generally on generous blocks by modern standards — a reflection of Bunbury's steady, gradual growth rather than high-density redevelopment.
The housing stock leans practical rather than architecturally distinctive, which is part of the suburb's appeal to buyers wanting space and value. Renovator opportunities sit alongside tidier, updated homes, giving the suburb a broad spread of options for owner-occupiers and investors alike.
The property market
Withers has recorded strong recent momentum, with house prices up 18.4% to a median of $580,000. Units and apartments remain considerably more affordable at a median of $285,000, though they make up a small slice of the market given how house-dominated the suburb is. Median rent sits at $570 a week, pointing to solid rental demand relative to the suburb's price point.
For buyers priced out of Bunbury's more established or coastal suburbs, Withers offers relative affordability with genuine growth, making it a suburb that's increasingly attracting both owner-occupiers chasing value and investors drawn to the yield.
Getting around
Withers benefits from its position close to the centre of Bunbury, with the CBD, Bunbury Port and South West Highway all within easy reach by car. Carey Park and South Bunbury border the suburb directly, keeping local shops, services and Bunbury's retail precincts a short drive away, while Gelorup and the coast are accessible without heading through the city centre.
Public transport in the area is served by Transwa and local bus routes connecting into Bunbury's town centre, and the suburb's grid-like street layout makes it straightforward to navigate. Bunbury's train link to Perth via the Australind service adds a longer-distance option for those needing to travel to the capital.
Schools & families
Withers is home to SEDA College WA, with campuses on both McKenna Place and Rotary Avenue, offering a specialist secondary schooling pathway with a focus on sport and vocational education alongside academic studies. This gives local families a distinctive schooling option right on their doorstep, in addition to the broader network of primary and secondary schools across neighbouring South Bunbury, Carey Park and College Grove.
Families looking for larger, more established schooling precincts will find them a short drive away in College Grove and South Bunbury, making Withers a reasonable base for households wanting affordability without sacrificing access to education options.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Withers is unpretentious and community-focused, with day-to-day essentials, cafes and takeaway options found locally or minutes away in Carey Park and South Bunbury. For a bigger night out or a wider dining scene, Bunbury's CBD and waterfront precinct are only a short drive away, giving residents the best of both a quiet home base and a proper regional city centre nearby.
The suburb's relatively affordable lifestyle, combined with its proximity to South West attractions — from Bunbury's beaches to the wineries and forests further inland — makes it a practical choice for those who want easy weekend access to the region without paying a coastal premium.
Market snapshot
Withers property market
Median sale price
$580k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$570
per week
Gross rental yield
5.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$500k
Median
$580k
Premium
$708k
Days on market
14
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
39
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +22.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Withers by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Withers, WA 6230.
Population
2,979
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$983
median, per week
Median rent
$240
per week
Median mortgage
$1,300
per month
Mortgage / income
31%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Withers
Independent & Catholic schools
SEDA College WA (Withers McKenna Plc.)
SEDA College WA (Withers Rotary Av.)
Recent results
Recently sold in Withers
$295k
57/40 Reynolds Way
Sold ~July 2026
$599k
22 Jacaranda Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$708k
35 Murray Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$560k
28 Wilkerson Way
Sold ~July 2026
$500k
8A Davenport Way
Sold ~July 2026
$410k
15 Stallard Place
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
50 Hudson 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
Withers suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Withers?
The median house price in Withers, WA is $580k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 18.4%.
How much is rent in Withers?
The median weekly rent in Withers is around $570 per week.
Is Withers a good place to live?
Withers is a beachside suburb in Bunbury, Western Australia. Withers is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 2,979 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Withers?
Withers has a population of 2,979 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
What schools are in Withers?
There are 2 schools in or near Withers, including SEDA College WA (Withers McKenna Plc.) and SEDA College WA (Withers Rotary Av.).
How long do homes take to sell in Withers?
Properties in Withers take around 14 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Withers?
Entry-level properties in Withers start around $500k, while premium homes reach $708k.
What suburbs are near Withers?
Suburbs near Withers include Usher, South Bunbury, College Grove, Carey Park and Gelorup.
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