Garden Island

City in Western Australia, Australia

Overview

Garden Island is a secluded island off the coast of Western Australia, primarily serving as a naval base with select areas open for tours and recreation. Rich in indigenous and military history, its pristine natural environment supports unique wildlife and tranquil beaches. Access is tightly controlled, making it a distinctive and serene destination for history and nature enthusiasts.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Western Australia
Population
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-32.24°, 115.70°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
85
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,320
Local Cost
$830
Local Income
$4,200
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
19.1°C
Summer Avg
22.5°C
Winter Avg
16.0°C
Record High
37.8°C
Record Low
8.3°C
Humidity
69%
Precipitation
659 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
JAD
Distance
24 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 54/100.