Full-time 21.4%Part-time 16.8%Unemployed 2.6%Not in labour 59.2%
Dwelling Types
Busselton
House 70.7%Semi-detached 17.0%Flat/Unit 1.3%Other 11.0%
Commute Mode
Busselton
Car 84.4%Bicycle 3.6%Walk 5.1%WFH 6.9%
Country of Birth
Australia
68.4%
England
8.9%
New Zealand
2.8%
South Africa
1.2%
Philippines
0.7%
Language at Home
English only
93.3%
Arabic
0.2%
Frequently Asked Questions about Busselton
Is Busselton safe?
Busselton has a safety score of 2/100, which is well below average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Property crime (break-ins, theft) is the main concern, while violent crime is relatively low. Crime has been trending up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: West Busselton (47/100), Geographe (35/100), Ambergate (97/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Busselton?
Median weekly rent in Busselton is $750/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: West Busselton ($780/wk), Geographe ($790/wk), Ambergate ($1100/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Busselton?
Busselton has a school rating of 36/100 across 7 schools, which is below average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Busselton Senior High School (Secondary), St Mary MacKillop College (Combined), Cornerstone Christian College (Combined). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Busselton affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Busselton is $985K, up 20.1% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $848K. For renters, median weekly rent is $750/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: West Busselton ($940K), Geographe ($952K), Broadwater (WA) ($1.1M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/busselton
🏖️ Beach Lifestyle🚗 Car Dependent🌿 Nature & Outdoors👨👩👧 Family Friendly🏖️ Retiree Friendly
Busselton is Perth's favourite escape: a beach town built around the Southern Hemisphere's longest timber jetty and the calm, family-friendly waters of Geographe Bay. The slower pace and coastal beauty draw sea-changers from across Australia, and a growing dining scene and new hotel developments signal a town on the rise. The flip side is real: housing costs are climbing, rentals are scarce, public transport is effectively non-existent, and crime, including drug-related issues, lingers beneath the holiday-postcard surface.
Median property values reach $985k and rent of $750/week, close to the Perth metro median. The 2/100 safety score falls 50 points short of the metro average of 52. Families have access to 7 schools with a rating of 36/100, around average. An older demographic predominates, with a median age of 56 and household incomes of $949/week.
“I almost don't want to post this at risk of ruining the place… between Busso & Dunsborough is a long stretch of leased land to non-for-profit groups. The bay is perfect for the kiddos, as is the huge lawn and open space. It costs a fraction of the bigger parks and it's honestly one of the cleanest and tidiest places we've ever stayed.”— 184 upvotes in community discussion