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Abbey, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Abbey is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,225. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,225 Population 1,225/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$28,291 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,291 median income, 2.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$231,000 home value, $1,155/mo rent

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About Abbey

Abbey is a suburb of the Western Australian city of Busselton. At the 2021 census, it had a population of 1,321.

People

Population1,225
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,225/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,291
Per Capita$28,291
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

C
Home Value$231,000
Rent$1,155
Ownership75.5%
Housing Units490

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population1,225
Population Density1,225 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates-33.6636°, 115.2564°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (559 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,291
Median Age42.0 years

About Abbey

Abbey is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,225. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Abbey has a population of 1,225 with a density of 1,225 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,225
Total Population
1,225
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Abbey vs Australia Average

The median household income in Abbey is $28,291, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,291 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $544, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 116 business establishments.

Income: Abbey vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,291
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,291
Avg Weekly Wage$544

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)116

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Abbey is $231,000, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,155 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 75.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 490 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,000
18% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,155
1% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.5%
Owner-Occupied75.5%
Renter-Occupied24.5%
Housing Units490

Property Tax

Climate in Abbey

Abbey has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 694 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22°C / 72°F 13.8° / 30.2° 13.5
Feb 22.5°C / 73°F 14.9° / 30.1° 6.7
Mar 20.5°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.9° 13.3
Apr 17.4°C / 63°F 11° / 23.9° 40.4
May 14.6°C / 58°F 8.6° / 20.6° 106.0
Jun 12.8°C / 55°F 7.7° / 18° 124.3
Jul 11.8°C / 53°F 6.8° / 16.9° 133.5
Aug 12.2°C / 54°F 7° / 17.3° 104.5
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 7.9° / 18.4° 75.1
Oct 15.2°C / 59°F 8.8° / 21.5° 31.7
Nov 17.9°C / 64°F 10.8° / 25° 30.4
Dec 19.9°C / 68°F 12.1° / 27.7° 14.4
Abbey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 337 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above Australia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,225/sq mi
Coordinates-33.6636°N, 115.2564°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.97"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Mar 4, 2006.

Mar 4, 2006 9 km ESE of Donnybrook, Australia M2.7 61 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in
April 65°F (19°C) 1.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 6.7 in
July 57°F (14°C) 7.0 in Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 4.9 in Coldest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in

Abbey has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 56°F in August to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Abbey

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cape Naturaliste College
Vasse Primary School
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Museums in Abbey

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
The Busselton Museum
Wardan Aboriginal Centre

Farmers Markets in Abbey

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
@the Shed Markets

Restaurants in Abbey

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ooze & Tang
The Tavern and Lounge Bar

Gas Stations in Abbey

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coles Express
Gull

Shopping Malls in Abbey

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monaghan's Corner

Gyms in Abbey

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sunnee Studio
The Hive

Breweries in Abbey

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Brewing Co.
Cheeky Monkey
Eagle Bay Brewing Co.
Rocky Ridge Brewery
Shelter Brewing Co

Airports Near Abbey

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bunbury AirportBUYSmall Airport
Busselton Margaret River Regional AirportBQBSmall Airport
Ellendale Chalets Accomodation airfieldSmall Airport
Kudardup AirfieldSmall Airport
Leeuwin Estate AirportSmall Airport
Margaret River AirportMQZSmall Airport
Nannup AirportSmall Airport
Preston Field - Blair HoweSmall Airport
Tallinup-Augusta AirportSmall Airport
Unknown Farm StripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Abbey

What is the population of Abbey?

Abbey has a population of 1,225 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,225 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Abbey expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,291, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,000 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,155 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Abbey?

Abbey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches.

How is the job market in Abbey?

The job market in Abbey is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $544. There are 116 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Abbey?

The median home value in Abbey is $231,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,155. The homeownership rate is 75.5%.

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