Esperance Shire

City in Western Australia, Australia

Overview

Esperance Shire, perched on the remote southern coast of Western Australia, is renowned for its turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and stunning natural reserves. The region blends laid-back coastal charm, rich Aboriginal heritage, and unique wildlife encounters.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Western Australia
Population
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-33.52°, 122.16°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
85
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,212
Local Cost
$1,450
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
85
English
100
Temperature
16.5°C
Summer Avg
21.4°C
Winter Avg
11.4°C
Record High
45.4°C
Record Low
1.7°C
Humidity
67%
Precipitation
525 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
EPR
Distance
36 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.