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West Busselton, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

West Busselton is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 8,072. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
8,072 Population 2,546/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$22,308 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$22,308 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$191,600 home value, $958/mo rent

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About West Busselton

West Busselton is a suburb of the Western Australian city of Busselton. At the 2021 census, it had a population of 8,869.

People

Population8,072
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density2,546/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,308
Per Capita$22,308
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

D
Home Value$191,600
Rent$958
Ownership70.0%
Housing Units3,229

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population8,072
Population Density2,546 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-33.6579°, 115.3229°
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$22,308
Median Age46.0 years

About West Busselton

West Busselton is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 8,072. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 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.

West Busselton has a population of 8,072 with a density of 2,546 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,072
Total Population
2,546
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above Australia avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

West Busselton vs Australia Average

The median household income in West Busselton is $22,308, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,308 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $429, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 767 business establishments.

Income: West Busselton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$22,308
70% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$22,308
Avg Weekly Wage$429

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)767

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in West Busselton is $191,600, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below the national average of $1,163). 70.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,229 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,600
32% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.0%
Owner-Occupied70.0%
Renter-Occupied30.0%
Housing Units3,229

Property Tax

Climate in West Busselton

West Busselton 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
West Busselton 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 20 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

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density2,546/sq mi
Coordinates-33.6579°N, 115.3229°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 55 km
Feb 18, 2002 22 km SE of Collie, Australia M2.5 92 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

West Busselton 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 West Busselton

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Geographe Primary School
Cornerstone Christian College (Busselton Campus)
Busselton Senior High School
West Busselton Primary School
Saint Mary MacKillop College
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Museums in West Busselton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
The Busselton Museum

Libraries in West Busselton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Capel public library0.0

Farmers Markets in West Busselton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
@the Shed Markets

Golf Courses in West Busselton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Broadwater Par 3 Golf Course

Breweries in West Busselton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Rocky Ridge Brewery
Shelter Brewing Co

Airports Near West Busselton

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 West Busselton

What is the population of West Busselton?

West Busselton has a population of 8,072 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,546 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is West Busselton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,308, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $191,600 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in West Busselton?

West Busselton 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 West Busselton?

West Busselton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $429. There are 767 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in West Busselton?

The median home value in West Busselton is $191,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $958. The homeownership rate is 70.0%.

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