Dunsborough
WA 6281 • Rest of WA
About Dunsborough
Dunsborough is a coastal resort town in Western Australia's South West region, located 254 kilometres south of Perth on the shores of Geographe Bay. With a population of approximately 7,200, it is part of the City of Busselton and sits at the gateway to the Margaret River Wine Region. The area was known to the Wardandi people as Quedjinup, meaning "Place of Women". The modern town was named after Dunn Bay, which honors Captain Richard Dalling Dunn.
Voted WA's best tourist destination, Dunsborough offers pristine beaches, world-class wineries, and boutique shopping. The town provides easy access to Meelup Regional Park, Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse, and the Cape to Cape Track. The HMAS Swan dive wreck offshore is a popular attraction. Annual events include the CinefestOZ film festival and Dunsborough Arts Festival. The town attracts families, retirees, and holiday-makers seeking a relaxed coastal lifestyle with sophisticated dining and wine experiences.
Dunsborough falls under postcode 6281 and is governed by Busselton Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Vasse electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- South West Coach Lines — Perth via Busselton & Bunbury 4h
- Transwa SW1 — Perth via Bunbury 4h 30min
- TransBusselton 815 — Busselton 25 mins
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ No rail service. South West Coach Lines and Transwa provide coach connections to Perth
Town centre and beaches walkable, car essential for wineries and regional attractions
Supermarkets Nearby
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Coles107 Dunn Bay Road Dunsborough 6281 WA
Schools
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Turner Street
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36 Naturaliste Terrace
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 526
- 2. New Zealand 154
- 3. South Africa 84
- 4. Germany 59
- 5. Ireland 41
- 6. Scotland 33
- 7. Canada 32
- 8. United States 32
- 9. France 29
- 10. Italy 29
- 11. India 26
- 12. Taiwan 24
- 13. Wales 22
- 14. Brazil 19
- 15. Netherlands 19
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)