Shark Bay

City in Western Australia, Australia

Overview

Shark Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed region in Western Australia famed for its wild landscapes, turquoise waters, unique wildlife, and rich Aboriginal heritage. The area is spread out and home to coastal towns, world-class marine life, and fascinating geological features.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Australia
State
Western Australia
Population
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-26.39°, 114.22°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
80
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
72
Food Safety
88
Monthly Cost
$2,320
Local Cost
$1,580
Local Income
$3,300
Cashless
60
English
100
Temperature
23.2°C
Summer Avg
29.3°C
Winter Avg
16.7°C
Record High
48.3°C
Record Low
4.3°C
Humidity
50%
Precipitation
236 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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.
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 70/100.