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Yalyalup

WA 6280 • Rest of WA

2,950
Population (2021)
$42,588
Median Income
32.22 km²
Area
$418/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyCoastal

About Yalyalup

Yalyalup is a fast-growing residential suburb located 5 kilometres east of Busselton in the City of Busselton, Western Australia. With a population of 2,950 at the 2021 Census, it is one of the most rapidly expanding communities in the Busselton–Margaret River region. The suburb takes its name from the Wardandi Noongar word meaning 'place of many holes', a reference to the landscape's natural features. Yalyalup covers 32 square kilometres and is anchored by the Satterley-developed Yalyalup estate, one of the first major residential developments in the area.

Life in Yalyalup combines the relaxed lifestyle of the South West with proximity to the renowned Margaret River wine region and the Busselton foreshore, home to the iconic Busselton Jetty. The suburb is home to Georgiana Molloy Anglican School, a well-regarded K–12 independent school. Families are drawn to Yalyalup for its modern housing, open green spaces, and close access to the natural attractions of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and the pristine beaches of the Geographe Bay coastline. Busselton's retail and medical services are just minutes away.

Yalyalup falls under postcode 6280 and is governed by Busselton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Vasse electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6280
Urban Area
Busselton
LGA / Council
Busselton
Federal Electorate
Forrest
State Electorate
Vasse
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.67°, 115.41°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
32.22 km²
Elevation
19m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Transwa regional coach — Bunbury / Perth 2 hr to Perth

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
225 km
By Train
N/A – drive to Bunbury then bus/rail to Perth (~2.5 hr total)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min

🛣️ No passenger rail in Busselton. Most residents drive or take Transwa coaches. Busselton Airport has limited air services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Modern estate with footpaths and cycleways, but services are a short drive away in Busselton. A car is needed for most daily tasks.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$418
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.9%

9 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,486
Census 2021
2,950
▲ 18.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,220
Income 2021
$42,588
▲ 11.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,258
Born Overseas 592

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 212
  • 2. New Zealand 65
  • 3. South Africa 60
  • 4. Philippines 35
  • 5. Scotland 25
  • 6. India 20
  • 7. United States 15
  • 8. Zimbabwe 13
  • 9. Canada 12
  • 10. Indonesia 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,433
Australian 1,241
Scottish 307
Irish 302
German 121
Italian 103
Dutch 66
Australian Aboriginal 50
New Zealander 46
South African 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,626
Both parents born in Australia
739
Both parents born overseas
471
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.4%
Christianity
40.7%
Buddhism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
199 (6.7%)
5-14 years
502 (17.0%)
15-19 years
180 (6.1%)
20-24 years
138 (4.7%)
25-34 years
399 (13.5%)
35-44 years
420 (14.2%)
45-54 years
427 (14.5%)
55-64 years
286 (9.7%)
65-74 years
257 (8.7%)
75-84 years
118 (4.0%)
85+ years
20 (0.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Yalyalup WA? +

Yalyalup is a suburb of Busselton in Western Australia's South West, located approximately 5 km east of Busselton's town centre and around 225 km south of Perth.

What does Yalyalup mean? +

Yalyalup is a Wardandi Noongar word meaning 'place of many holes', referring to natural features of the local landscape.

What schools are in Yalyalup? +

Georgiana Molloy Anglican School, a co-educational K–12 independent school, is located within Yalyalup. Busselton also has several government primary and secondary schools nearby.

How far is Yalyalup from Busselton? +

Yalyalup is approximately 5 km from Busselton town centre, a drive of around 5–8 minutes.

Is Yalyalup a good place to live? +

Yalyalup is popular with families seeking a modern suburb with a coastal lifestyle, good schools, and access to the Margaret River wine region and Geographe Bay beaches.