Full-time 21.0%Part-time 17.7%Unemployed 2.0%Not in labour 59.3%
Dwelling Types
Bridgetown
House 94.0%Semi-detached 4.4%Flat/Unit 0.6%Other 1.0%
Commute Mode
Bridgetown
Car 83.1%Transit 1.3%Walk 5.1%WFH 10.5%
Country of Birth
Australia
68.1%
England
11.8%
New Zealand
2.9%
South Africa
0.7%
Philippines
0.4%
Language at Home
English only
96.4%
Vietnamese
0.1%
Italian
0.1%
Frequently Asked Questions about Bridgetown
Is Bridgetown safe?
Bridgetown has a safety score of 80/100, which is well above average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Crime is split fairly evenly between property and violent offences. Crime has been trending down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Kangaroo Gully (100/100), Balingup (74/100), Manjimup (31/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Bridgetown?
Median weekly rent in Bridgetown is $625/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Kangaroo Gully ($750/wk), Balingup ($500/wk), Manjimup ($585/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Bridgetown?
Bridgetown has a school rating of 64/100 across 3 schools, which is above average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Bridgetown High School (Secondary), St Brigid's School (Primary), Bridgetown Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Bridgetown affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Bridgetown is $755K, up 17.4% over the past year. For renters, median weekly rent is $625/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Kangaroo Gully ($878K), Balingup ($630K), Manjimup ($514K). (Data as of July 2026)
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Bridgetown is a quiet heritage town deep in the Blackwood Valley, beloved for its jarrah forests, crisp climate, earning the nickname 'Fridgetown', and strong arts community. The annual Blues at Bridgetown festival draws crowds from across WA, while the surrounding countryside offers fungi trails, scenic drives, and rural acreage at accessible prices. It suits retirees and tree-changers more than young professionals seeking city conveniences.
At $755k and rent of $625/week, the local housing market is 26% below the Perth metro median. Residents enjoy a high safety score of 80/100, 28 points above the metro average of 52, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences. It has 3 schools with a combined rating of 64/100, well above average. The mature median age of 52 and household income of $1,082/week reflect an established community.
“I'm based in Bridgetown and worried with the long weekend that there's been a bad crash nearby. About 90 minutes ago I heard a chopper go over our property and circle around the town about 6 times before heading off for about 45 minutes.”— 18 upvotes in community discussion