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Busselton

1,423 km²

The population and layout of Busselton have evolved over the last decade to create a sprawling regional hub. It is a place where many residents rely on cars to get around, as homes are spread across a large area. While the town serves as a major center for the region, it maintains a distinct local character in Western Australia's south west.

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First Nations

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First Nations people in Busselton are noticeably younger than the national figure, with a typical age of just 19. This community has a high school completion rate of 43.2%, which is far above the Western Australian average of 32.5%.

797 First Nations people

19 yrs Median age Here 19 yrs WA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

43.2% Year 12 Here 43.2% WA 32.5% Aus 37.0%

11.8% Unemployment Here 11.8% WA 15.9% Aus 12.3%

$573 Median income Here $573 WA $481 Aus $540

$1,456 Household income Here $1,456 WA $1,480 Aus $1,507

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Most of Busselton is car-dependent, with a walkability score far below the state average. Only 24% of homes have a 15-minute-city walkshed, and access to health services and schools within a short walk is much lower than across Western Australia.

3.3 Walk score

3.0 Types ≤15 min