Full-time 27.0%Part-time 16.6%Unemployed 2.5%Not in labour 54.0%
Dwelling Types
Eaton
House 89.6%Semi-detached 8.7%Other 1.3%
Commute Mode
Eaton
Car 92.1%Transit 2.4%Walk 1.4%WFH 3.8%
Country of Birth
Australia
77.4%
England
4.8%
New Zealand
3.1%
South Africa
1.2%
Philippines
0.7%
Language at Home
English only
93.5%
Mandarin
0.2%
Italian
0.1%
Spanish
0.1%
Arabic
0.1%
Frequently Asked Questions about Eaton
Is Eaton safe?
Eaton has a safety score of 46/100, which is around average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Crime is split fairly evenly between property and violent offences. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Millbridge (49/100), Australind (53/100), Pelican Point (WA) (61/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Eaton?
Median weekly rent in Eaton is $650/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Millbridge ($730/wk), Australind ($650/wk), Pelican Point (WA) ($760/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Eaton?
Eaton has a school rating of 28/100 across 3 schools, which is below average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Glen Huon Primary School (Primary), Eaton Primary School (Primary), Eaton Community College (Secondary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Eaton affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Eaton is $705K, up 17.4% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $530K. For renters, median weekly rent is $650/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Millbridge ($868K), Australind ($750K), Pelican Point (WA) ($1.1M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/eaton
Eaton is a family-oriented suburb on the outskirts of Bunbury anchored by the Eaton Fair shopping centre, home to WA's first 24-hour Kmart. It attracts first-home buyers with affordable land releases and new builds, and has a tight-knit community feel. Car dependency is high in this regional setting, and while amenities are solid for a south-west suburb, nightlife and cafe culture are limited. The median house price is $705k and rent of $650/week, 31% below the Perth metro median.
The area has a safety score of 46/100, 6 points below the metro average of 52. Education options include 3 schools, rated 28/100 and around average.
Typical residents are around 41 years old, with a household income of $1,485/week.