Full-time 24.0%Part-time 18.7%Unemployed 1.8%Not in labour 55.5%
Dwelling Types
West Busselton
House 85.6%Semi-detached 13.9%
Commute Mode
West Busselton
Car 87.3%Transit 1.3%Bicycle 2.4%Walk 2.7%WFH 6.2%
Country of Birth
Australia
77.2%
England
7.1%
New Zealand
2.2%
South Africa
0.9%
Philippines
0.6%
Language at Home
English only
94.7%
Italian
0.2%
Vietnamese
0.2%
Spanish
0.0%
Frequently Asked Questions about West Busselton
Is West Busselton safe?
West Busselton has a safety score of 47/100, 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. Crime has been trending down in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Busselton (2/100), Broadwater (WA) (77/100), Ambergate (97/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in West Busselton?
Median weekly rent in West Busselton is $780/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Busselton ($750/wk), Broadwater (WA) ($800/wk), Ambergate ($1100/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
Is West Busselton affordable to buy in?
The median house price in West Busselton is $940K, up 16.1% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $761K. For renters, median weekly rent is $780/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Busselton ($985K), Broadwater (WA) ($1.1M), Geographe ($952K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/west-busselton
🚗 Car Dependent🏖️ Beach Lifestyle🌿 Nature & Outdoors👨👩👧 Family Friendly🏡 Quiet Residential
West Busselton sits at the heart of one of WA's most beloved coastal escapes, anchored by the iconic Busselton Jetty and a string of calm beaches. Locals and visitors describe the area as a stress-free retreat from city life, ideal for families, retirees, and outdoor enthusiasts. The surrounding South West corridor draws sea-changers from Perth drawn to fishing, whale watching, and easy access to Margaret River wine country.
Property prices sit at a median of $940k and rent of $780/week, which is 8% below the Perth metro median. Crime levels are moderate, and the 47/100 safety score is 5 points below the metro mean of 52. At a median age of 46, households here bring in $1,185/week.
“For me it's the start of the Busselton bypass. The construction is in the rearview mirror and I can just feel the good times rolling on.”— 98 upvotes in community discussion