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Eaton

WA 6232 • Rest of WA

8,669
Population (2021)
$37,284
Median Income
6.51 km²
Area
$340/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyEstablishedRiversideAffordableRetiree-Haven

About Eaton

Eaton is a well-established urban suburb situated on the banks of the Collie River estuary, approximately 5 kilometres from Bunbury's city centre within the Shire of Dardanup, around 175 kilometres south of Perth. With a population of 8,669 and a median age of 41, the suburb has a settled, family-oriented character with a higher-than-average proportion of older residents. A median household income of approximately $1,485 per week reflects a working and lower-middle-class demographic, with affordable housing making it accessible to a broad range of buyers and renters.

Eaton is well-serviced by the Eaton Fair Shopping Centre on Council Drive, which hosts both Coles and Woolworths supermarkets alongside a range of specialty retailers. The suburb is popular with retirees and established families who appreciate its quiet streets, riverside parks, and proximity to Bunbury's amenities, beaches, and healthcare facilities. Its predominantly Australian and English-heritage community gives it a classic regional WA feel, with strong community bonds and reliable access to schools and services.

Eaton falls under postcode 6232 and is governed by Dardanup Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Collie-Preston electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6232
Urban Area
Capel - Dardanup
LGA / Council
Dardanup
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Collie-Preston
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.31°, 115.72°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
6.51 km²
Elevation
6m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Eaton Fair Shopping Centre 10 Council Drive Eaton 6232 WA
  • Woolworths
    Eaton Fair, Cnr Eaton And Recreation Drives Eaton 6232 WA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.4%

36 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,483
Census 2021
8,669
▲ 2.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,604
Income 2021
$37,284
▲ 14.4% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,708
Born Overseas 1,425

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 417
  • 2. New Zealand 269
  • 3. South Africa 108
  • 4. Philippines 64
  • 5. India 51
  • 6. Netherlands 43
  • 7. Scotland 38
  • 8. Zimbabwe 37
  • 9. Germany 28
  • 10. Ireland 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,988
Australian 3,539
Scottish 770
Irish 734
Italian 456
Australian Aboriginal 334
German 289
Maori 179
Dutch 178
New Zealander 90

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,052
Both parents born in Australia
1,900
Both parents born overseas
1,160
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.8%
Christianity
40.7%
Islam
1.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
524 (6.0%)
5-14 years
1,123 (13.0%)
15-19 years
485 (5.6%)
20-24 years
461 (5.3%)
25-34 years
1,076 (12.4%)
35-44 years
1,078 (12.4%)
45-54 years
1,043 (12.0%)
55-64 years
1,011 (11.7%)
65-74 years
913 (10.5%)
75-84 years
663 (7.6%)
85+ years
292 (3.4%)

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