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South Bunbury, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

South Bunbury is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 8,071. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
8,071 Population 3,216/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$26,736 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$26,736 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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About South Bunbury

South Bunbury is a beachside suburb in Bunbury, Western Australia. It is located in the local government area of the City of Bunbury.
The South Bunbury Football Club's home ground is located at Hands Oval in South Bunbury.

People

Population8,071
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density3,216/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,736
Per Capita$26,736
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership68.4%
Housing Units3,228

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population8,071
Population Density3,216 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-33.3491°, 115.6336°
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$26,736
Median Age44.0 years

About South Bunbury

South Bunbury is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 8,071. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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.

South Bunbury has a population of 8,071 with a density of 3,216 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,071
Total Population
3,216
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above Australia avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

South Bunbury vs Australia Average

The median household income in South Bunbury is $26,736, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,736 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $514, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 767 business establishments.

Income: South Bunbury vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$26,736
64% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$26,736
Avg Weekly Wage$514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)767

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in South Bunbury is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 68.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,228 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.4%
Owner-Occupied68.4%
Renter-Occupied31.6%
Housing Units3,228

Property Tax

Climate in South Bunbury

South Bunbury has an average annual temperature of 17.1°C (63°F). The hottest month is Feb (23°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 719 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.4°C / 72°F 15.2° / 29.7° 12.6
Feb 23°C / 73°F 15.9° / 30.2° 6.0
Mar 21.1°C / 70°F 14.4° / 27.8° 18.5
Apr 18°C / 64°F 11.8° / 24.1° 33.9
May 15°C / 59°F 9.1° / 21° 94.9
Jun 13.3°C / 56°F 8° / 18.6° 134.2
Jul 12.2°C / 54°F 7° / 17.3° 141.3
Aug 12.6°C / 55°F 7.5° / 17.6° 118.0
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 8.6° / 18.6° 84.9
Oct 15.4°C / 60°F 9.7° / 21.2° 32.7
Nov 18.1°C / 65°F 11.9° / 24.3° 23.8
Dec 20.5°C / 69°F 13.5° / 27.5° 18.5
South Bunbury 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 36 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

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density3,216/sq mi
Coordinates-33.3491°N, 115.6336°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.42"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Feb 5, 2023.

Jan 24, 2022 23 km W of Wagin, Australia M4.9 136 km
Feb 5, 2023 24 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.4 136 km
Jan 22, 2022 32 km WSW of Wagin, Australia M4.2 128 km
Apr 8, 2009 43 km SW of Kojonup, Australia M4.1 146 km
Mar 4, 2006 9 km ESE of Donnybrook, Australia M2.7 40 km
Mar 15, 2005 46 km NE of Boddington, Australia M2.7 145 km
Apr 23, 2001 19 km WNW of Narrogin, Australia M2.7 135 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
February 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in Warmest
March 71°F (21°C) 0.8 in
April 65°F (19°C) 1.7 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 6.4 in Wettest
July 57°F (14°C) 6.2 in
August 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in Coldest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest

South Bunbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 55°F in August to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.4") and December the driest (0.4").

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Schools in South Bunbury

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Adam Road Primary School
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Museums in South Bunbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bunbury Geographe Motor Museum
Bunbury Regional Art Gallery
King Cottage
King Cottage
Leschenault Inlet Eco Museum

Libraries in South Bunbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Australind Public Library0.0
Bunbury Library0.0
Capel public library0.0
Dalyellup Public Library0.0
Dardanup Public Library0.0
Donnybrook Community Library0.0
Eaton Library0.0
Gelorup Community Centre0.0
SWIT Library0.0
Withers Library0.0

Farmers Markets in South Bunbury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruit-Barn

Zoos in South Bunbury

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bunbury Wildlife Park

Clinics in South Bunbury

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brecken Health Centre
The Geographer Clinic

Gas Stations in South Bunbury

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP

Airports Near South Bunbury

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Between Lakes Private AirstripSmall Airport
Bunbury AirportBUYSmall Airport
Busselton Margaret River Regional AirportBQBSmall Airport
Collie AirportCIESmall Airport
Dwellingup AirstripSmall Airport
Ellendale Chalets Accomodation airfieldSmall Airport
Lake Clifton AirstripSmall Airport
Leeuwin Estate AirportSmall Airport
Margaret River AirportMQZSmall Airport
MidwaySmall Airport
Nannup AirportSmall Airport
Pinjarra Skydiving AirstripSmall Airport
Preston Field - Blair HoweSmall Airport
Unknown Farm StripSmall Airport
Wheeler DromeSmall Airport
Wheeler FieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in South Bunbury

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Koombana Studio

Churches & Religious Organizations in South Bunbury

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Orthodox Church of Saint Helen

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 South Bunbury

What is the population of South Bunbury?

South Bunbury has a population of 8,071 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3,216 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is South Bunbury expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,736, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in South Bunbury?

South Bunbury 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 South Bunbury?

South Bunbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $514. There are 767 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in South Bunbury?

The median home value in South Bunbury is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 68.4%.

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