Area profile · Greater Sydney
Coogee - Clovelly has an estimated 20,392 residents, up 4.5% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Coogee - Clovelly.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Coogee - Clovelly Statistical Area (Lv2) sits 7.3 kilometres southeast of the Sydney CBD and is best known for its coastline, pristine beaches and walking trails with sweeping ocean views. AreaSearch estimates the population at approximately 20,392 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 871 people (4.5%) from the 19,521 recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is derived from an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 20,337 from the ABS as of June 2025, combined with 141 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Housing and community features include an above-average renting population and a high composition of apartments, alongside standout school performance levels. Residents include a high proportion of young adults, and the working-age population is comprised largely of group households. The area is exceptionally well educated and among the most affluent in the country, while population growth has been limited.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 18,660 in 2001 and 20,337 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 20,392 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 25.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 37%.
Coogee - Clovelly ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for income and the 98th for health.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Coogee - Clovelly is $1,048 a week, up 5.5% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 33% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.9%.
33% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $1,342 in 2017, $1,720 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $722 in 2017, $1,022 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Clifton Road, Clovelly NSW 2031 | $4,960,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 6/160 Oberon Street, Coogee NSW 2034 | $1,161,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 11/75 Mount Street, Coogee NSW 2034 | $2,052,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 4/308 Alison Road, Coogee NSW 2034 | $1,875,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 105 Boundary Street, Clovelly NSW 2031 | $7,500,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 154 Arden Street, Coogee NSW 2034 | $5,600,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7/59 Dudley Street, Coogee NSW 2034 | $950,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 58 Pauling Avenue, Coogee NSW 2034 | $4,225,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4/86 Arden Street, Coogee NSW 2034 | $2,425,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 30 Arcadia Street, Coogee NSW 2034 | $12,100,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 27 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 30 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $2,512,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,048 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.9% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $5.59m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.64m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $2,512,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 27 Jul 2026 to 30 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,720 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $1,022 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 1.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Eastern Suburbs - South | $907 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Eastern Suburbs - South, over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Eastern Suburbs | $974 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Eastern Suburbs, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 410 tracked applications: 240 approved, 60 under assessment, 110 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 12 projects in Coogee - Clovelly (1 under construction) and 123 more in the surrounding area.
$7 million stormwater diversion upgrade to improve water quality at Coogee Beach by constructing a new underground pump station and…
$111 million redevelopment of iconic 150-year-old Coogee Bay Hotel by C!NC Hotels.
Residential development at 133-135 Carrington Road, Coogee.
Demolition of existing buildings and structures, tree removal, and construction of a shop top housing development comprising 21 residential…
Major upgrade of the Stan Windon Memorial Playground at Grant Reserve in Coogee, with Randwick City Council endorsing a $1.35 million plan…
A comprehensive $1 billion mixed-use redevelopment of the historic 5-hectare Inglis Newmarket Stables site.
$6.75 million new amenities, kiosk and bus shelter at Goldstein Reserve.
Randwick City Council proposes redeveloping the former Randwick Public School into a multi-purpose civic and cultural hub.
Bronte Collection by Fortis comprises nine luxury four-bedroom freestanding coastal homes on a 2,472sqm site just 190m from Bronte Beach.
Construction of a staged all-weather shade structure over Heffron Park netball courts together with lighting, drainage, footpaths and…
Major upgrade of Randwick High School following the merger of Randwick Boys High School and Randwick Girls High School into a single…
The Woomera Reserve Upgrade in Little Bay involves enhancements to outdoor recreational facilities, including upgraded sports fields, new…
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Estimated completion year of the 70 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 8, 2026 31, 2027 18, 2028 6, 2029 5, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 1, 2035 0, 2036 1. 28 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 410 substantial development applications lodged in and around Coogee - Clovelly over the past 5 years, 187 in the last 12 months; 60 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 14, 2022 44, 2023 63, 2024 54, 2025 57, 2026 (to Oct) 178.
Key application 212 Arden Street, Coogee Retail | $112m | 58 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 410 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 187 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.6 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 18th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 31 | ABS building approvals | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 240 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 60 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 include: Coogee Beach Water Quality Improvement Project (Construction); Coogee Bay Hotel Redevelopment (Approved); The Carrington Coogee (Planning); Coogee Bay Road Shop Top Housing Development (Under Assessment); and Stan Windon Memorial Playground Upgrade (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Health & Medical, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Coogee - Clovelly is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 area has seen 49 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Coogee - Clovelly SA2's current population of 20,392 has been supported by 31 approvals on average over recent years.
The Coogee - Clovelly SA2 has seen 1.6 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 835 people in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Coogee - Clovelly SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 31, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 has seen 157 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Coogee - Clovelly is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,392 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 7,543 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 19,521 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 871 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.70 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 was estimated to be approximately 20,392 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 20,337 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The coogee - clovelly sa2 has added approximately 871 people and shown a 4.46% increase from the 19,521 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is estimated at 7,553 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (72.8%), Natural increase (27.2%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 72.8% of overall population gains.
Coogee - Clovelly's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 35.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 64.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 25.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 at 35 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 35 years as at August 2026, Coogee - Clovelly is 2 years younger than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 3 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 25.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 8.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (25.7% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.9% of the population in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.0% of the population in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 2% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $78,326 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $125,261 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,092 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,571 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 51.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,779 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 9.9% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is approximately $83,323. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $78,326.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is approximately $133,253. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $125,261.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is approximately $83,323 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,326 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is approximately $133,253 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $125,261 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Coogee - Clovelly SA2's households (~37.0% / 2,969 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 37.0% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is $3,092/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is $3,779/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is $1,571/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Coogee - Clovelly SA2's median income among taxpayers is $78,326, with an average of $125,261. This is among the top percentile nationally, and compares to Greater Sydney's median of $63,183 and average of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $83,323 (median) and $133,253 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is $11,155 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The coogee - clovelly sa2's disposable income is $11,155 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Coogee - Clovelly performing better than 94% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 83.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 14,096 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 15,069 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 14,375 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 has approximately 14,096 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.9%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 stands at 1.9%, which is 2.2 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (18.4% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.7%), and education & training (9.5%). Other significant employers include finance & insurance and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is 83.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The coogee - clovelly sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 18.4% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The coogee - clovelly sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational achievement in Coogee - Clovelly places it within the top 7% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 38.9% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 17.1% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 59.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 19.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
59.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
19.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The coogee - clovelly sa2 ranks in the 93th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (38.9%), Postgraduate (17.1%), Certificate (11.2%).
26.8% of the population in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.7% in primary school, 5.7% in secondary school, 7.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is 1150, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 3 schools within the Coogee - Clovelly SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 776 students.
The coogee - clovelly sa2 includes 3 primary schools.
Coogee - Clovelly features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.0% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 24.6% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 8,034 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 8,392 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 62.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 0.8 per family | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 had 8,034 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.5% to an estimated 8,392 households today.
The average household size in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 62.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.0%), group households (10.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,997 family households, couples with children account for 24.6% of all households, couples without children at home 29.9%, and single parent families 6.6%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 10.8% (versus 4.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 62.2% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Marriage patterns reveal 34.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 54.0% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 27.0% of all households in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 10.8% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Coogee - Clovelly was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 37.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 15.6% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 84.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 62.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
Coogee - Clovelly was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 15.6% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 37.8% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Coogee - Clovelly, at 42.2% of people, although more residents (52.0%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 3.4% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Coogee - Clovelly are English, comprising 26.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 17.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 13.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 6.1%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.6% of Coogee - Clovelly (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Hungarian at 0.6% (vs 0.3%) and Spanish at 0.9% (vs 0.6%).
37.8% of the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
15.6% of the population in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.6% of the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
78.2% of the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Coogee - Clovelly features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 51.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 25.7% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 72.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,467 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 22.7% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $650 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the Coogee - Clovelly SA2, 25.7% of homes are owned outright, 22.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 51.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 13.9% of dwellings in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 are houses.
In the Coogee - Clovelly SA2, 72.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 12.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 stands at 25.7%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is $3,467, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is $2,243, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Coogee - Clovelly SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.9% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 21.0% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 consists of 13.9% detached houses, 12.9% semi-detached dwellings, 72.3% apartments, and 0.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Coogee - Clovelly consumes approximately 16.7% of median household income ($13,388 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Coogee - Clovelly show attached dwellings contributing 58% of approvals compared to 86% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 42% of applications versus 14% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Coogee - Clovelly's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 77.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 96th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 79.1% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 83.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
Around 77.6% of people in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Coogee - Clovelly SA2, 1.8% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.2% of people in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 1.5% of the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.2% of people in the Coogee - Clovelly SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Coogee - Clovelly SA2, 77.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 78 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 7,196 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 89th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 261 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 27 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 59.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 78 public transport stops within the Coogee - Clovelly SA2.
The Coogee - Clovelly SA2 has 7,196 weekly trips across 27 routes, averaging 1,028 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 114 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 293 m away and the nearest school 441 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 78 stops nearby, 7,196 weekly trips, access rating 93 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 92 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 293 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 423 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 441 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 443 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 468 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 471 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 892 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 9 long day care centres with 637 places in Coogee - Clovelly, about 1.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Coogee - Clovelly is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Coogee - Clovelly ranks in the 45th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Coogee - Clovelly's sought-after property market has recorded 413 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 99% residential and 1% commercial transactions.
Coogee - Clovelly is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Coogee - Clovelly's population is younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 2% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Coogee - Clovelly performing better than 94% of local markets assessed across Australia.
Educational achievement in Coogee - Clovelly places it within the top 7% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community.
Coogee - Clovelly features high concentrations of group households and couples without children but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Coogee - Clovelly was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Coogee - Clovelly features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Coogee - Clovelly's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Coogee - Clovelly has an estimated 20,392 residents, up 4.5% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Coogee - Clovelly.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Coogee - Clovelly.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (118021651). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Sep 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Coogee - Clovelly from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Coogee - Clovelly with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.