Withers
WA 6230 • Rest of WA
About Withers
Withers is a residential suburb in the City of Bunbury, located approximately 175 kilometres south of Perth in Western Australia's South West region. With a population of around 3,000 spread across 4.4 square kilometres, it is one of Bunbury's more affordable suburbs. The demographic skews younger (20-39 median age) with a relatively even split between owners (51%) and renters (49%), and a high proportion of single-person households (65%). The suburb has undergone renewal efforts to improve community infrastructure and liveability.
Withers offers an affordable entry point to the popular Bunbury region, with easy access to the city's beaches, cafes, and marina precinct. The suburb features local parks, Withers Sports Park, and is close to Bunbury Farmers Market and the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre. Nearby Koombana Bay and Back Beach provide excellent swimming, surfing, and dolphin-watching opportunities. The suburb appeals to first-home buyers, young families, and those seeking a coastal regional lifestyle at a fraction of Perth prices.
Withers falls under postcode 6230 and is governed by Bunbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bunbury electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Bunbury City Transit — Bunbury CBD / Bus Interchange 10-15 mins
- SW1 — Perth (Transwa coach) 2.5 hours
Commute to Bunbury CBD
🛣️ No train service; Bunbury has Australind train to Perth (2.5 hours) from Bunbury Station. Most local travel by car.
Some local amenities walkable; car needed for most shopping and services in Bunbury CBD
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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5 Allen Road Gelorup
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60 Robertson Dr
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Adam Road
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Rodstead Street
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16-18 Lowe Street
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Lovegrove Avenue
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Haig Crescent
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Frankel Street
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College Row
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Erica Entrance (corner of Vittoria St)
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22 Vittoria Road
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Knight Street
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Hotchin Street
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133 Norton Promenade
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Wake Drive
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10 Allen Street
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Jeffrey Road
Housing 2021 Census
181 state housing + 18 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 142
- 2. New Zealand 91
- 3. Philippines 46
- 4. South Africa 25
- 5. Indonesia 22
- 6. Ireland 18
- 7. India 16
- 8. Netherlands 13
- 9. Italy 12
- 10. Scotland 12
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)