Abbey

WA 6280 • Rest of WA

1,321
Population (2021)
$43,524
Median Income
2.64 km²
Area
6m
Elevation

About Abbey

Abbey is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Busselton (City) area. With a population of 1,321 and a median income of $43,524, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.64 km² at an elevation of 6m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Abbey provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Abbey falls under postcode 6280 and is governed by Busselton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Vasse electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6280
Urban Area
Busselton
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-33.66°, 115.26°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
2.64 km²
Elevation
6m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,742
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,275
Census 2021
1,321
3.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,580
Income 2021
$43,524
25.9% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,036
Born Overseas 221

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 90
  • 2. New Zealand 27
  • 3. South Africa 14
  • 4. Scotland 11
  • 5. Italy 6
  • 6. South Korea 6
  • 7. Netherlands 6
  • 8. Sri Lanka 6
  • 9. Ireland 5
  • 10. United States 5
  • 11. Wales 5
  • 12. Canada 4
  • 13. Malaysia 4
  • 14. Thailand 4
  • 15. Germany 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 686
Australian 537
Scottish 154
Irish 141
Italian 56
German 46
Dutch 45
Australian Aboriginal 18
New Zealander 18
Greek 17

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

756
Both parents born in Australia
282
Both parents born overseas
221
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.0%
Christianity
41.8%
Buddhism
1.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
79 (6.0%)
5-14 years
216 (16.4%)
15-19 years
78 (5.9%)
20-24 years
50 (3.8%)
25-34 years
101 (7.6%)
35-44 years
177 (13.4%)
45-54 years
185 (14.0%)
55-64 years
169 (12.8%)
65-74 years
184 (13.9%)
75-84 years
63 (4.8%)
85+ years
26 (2.0%)

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