West Busselton
WA 6280 • Rest of WA
About West Busselton
West Busselton is a coastal urban locality situated within the City of Busselton, approximately 230 kilometres south of Perth in Western Australia's South West region. With a population of 8,869 and a median age of 46, the suburb reflects the area's appeal to established families and retirees seeking a relaxed coastal lifestyle. The median household income of $1,185 per week and the availability of freestanding family homes make it a comfortable and accessible place to settle.
The suburb sits close to the Busselton town centre, home to the iconic Busselton Jetty — the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere — and the calm shores of Geographe Bay, popular for swimming and water sports year-round. Residents benefit from easy access to Busselton's retail, dining, and health services, while the Margaret River wine region lies just 50 kilometres to the south. A relaxed coastal pace, strong community spirit, and proximity to natural attractions make West Busselton especially popular with families and sea-changers.
West Busselton falls under postcode 6280 and is governed by Busselton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Vasse electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Grace Court
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Armitage Drive (Cnr Avocet Blvd)
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Bussell Highway
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17-49 Kelly Drive
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30 Vasse Yallingup Siding Road
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Kaloorup Road
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College Avenue
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Hawker Approach
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Clydebank Avenue
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Clydebank Avenue
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Bower Road (Cnr Mason St)
Housing 2021 Census
252 state housing + 33 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 627
- 2. New Zealand 199
- 3. South Africa 78
- 4. Philippines 49
- 5. Scotland 44
- 6. India 42
- 7. Germany 37
- 8. Thailand 28
- 9. United States 27
- 10. Netherlands 26
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)