Western Australia's South West

  • State

    WA
  • Region Size

    61858.33 (Sq Kms)
  • Population

    254,596
  • Largest Regional City

    Bunbury
  • No. of Jobs

    201,741
  • Median Weekly Household Mortgage

    $369
  • Median Weekly Household Rent

    $300
  • Region is known for

    Laid back lifestyle
Data Source: Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics data

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Discover Western Australia’s South West

The South West region of Western Australia boasts a Mediterranean climate, breathtaking beaches, wide open spaces, and much shorter commute times. Make the move to more and spend your weekends at stunning beaches, exploring the great outdoors, and indulging in the award-winning restaurants offering the freshest, most delicious produce you can imagine.

People

People are the heart of all communities. Get a picture of Western Australia’s South West by understanding the people who live there.

  • 254,596

    Estimated resident population (no.)

  • 43

    Median age - persons (years)

  • 154,060

    Working age population (aged 15-64 years) (no.)

  • 7,668

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples (no.)

  • 47,093

    Persons born overseas (no.)

Industry

From small locally owned businesses to larger operations, industries in Western Australia’s South West form an important part of the community.

  • 23,466

    Total number of businesses

Employment

A move to more means creating a better life for yourself. Gain insight into the job market in Western Australia’s South West to assist in your decision-making.

  • 201,741

    Number of jobs (no.)

  • 733

    Median weekly personal income ($)

  • 23,466

    Total number of businesses

Household

Discover the household make-up of those already living in Western Australia’s South West to help you decide if this is the right region for you.

  • 98,640

    Total households (no.)

  • 2.6

    Average household size (no. of persons)

  • 930

    Median equivalised total household income (weekly) ($)

  • 1,600

    Median monthly household mortgage payment ($)

  • 300

    Median weekly household rental payment ($)

Services

Have confidence that Western Australia’s South West has the services you need to support your lifestyle. This is a vital step in your decision to move to more.

  • 19

    Number of Hospitals

  • 7

    Number of Airports

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Weekend adventures

The South West is an adventurer’s paradise, offering a wide-range of outdoor leisure activities. Whether you crave the thrill of famed surf beaches or prefer the serene waters of Eagle Bay, there’s a coastal experience for everyone. Discover prime camping spots, cast a line for fishing, embark on exhilarating mountain biking trails, or immerse yourself in the wonders of bushwalking. Leave the confines of the office behind and find yourself swimming in a secluded waterhole, relishing the solitude of nature. As the weekend arrives, fill your days with endless adventures, indulging in the endless possibilities that the South West offers.

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Community connection

You’ll find that the tranquil surroundings of the South West will have a positive effect on your health and well-being, as you join a community of like-minded individuals who share similar interests and values. In the smaller towns of the South West, the sense of community is strong and vibrant; a trip to the local butcher in Dunsborough becomes an opportunity to catch up with friends and even bump into neighbours. This tight-knit community atmosphere is great for local business owners, as the relationships they build become the foundation for thriving in South West WA.

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