Coodanup

Coodanup lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on scrutiny of ABS demographic adjustments for the wider region, alongside updated address points confirmed by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Coodanup has a projected residency of approximately 5,190 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 824 individuals (18.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered a occupancy of 4,366 individuals. The shift is calculated from a local population of 5,091, estimated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP figures (June 2025) plus an extra 376 validated new addresses since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,099 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical values observed across AreaSearch surveyed sites. The 18.9% expansion rate in the suburb of Coodanup since the 2021 census outpaced the nationwide rate (9.3%), as well as state figures, positioning the locality as a regional growth frontrunner. Net gains in residency were mostly stimulated by relocations from other states, accounting for roughly 76.0% of the aggregate demographic increase lately.

ABS and Geoscience Australia long-term forecasts for individual SA2 zones are applied here, utilizing the 2024 release based on 2022 benchmarks. Where specific SA2 data is unavailable, or to calculate projections beyond 2032, growth coefficients by age brackets are sourced from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts using 2022 data. Anticipating forward demographic shifts, the suburb of Coodanup is on track for above-average growth compared to national statistical units, with forecasts indicating an expansion of 875 individuals by 2041, which equates to a 14.9% overall rise across the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Coodanup among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Analysis of ABS building approvals assigned from localized statistical data indicates that the suburb of Coodanup averages approximately 77 approved residential dwellings annually, totaling 386 approved residences over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 89 approvals registered during the current FY-26. A ratio of 1.8 incoming residents per built dwelling annually during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25 suggests a healthy equilibrium between market demand and supply, leading to quiet conditions, although this has adjusted to 1 resident per approved dwelling over the 2 financial years ending recently, which points to a more balanced market. New residential works carry a typical value of $410,000, indicating a developer emphasis on higher-end builds. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $100,000 have been logged for this financial year, showing very quiet commercial construction activity.

Relative to Greater Perth, development in the suburb of Coodanup runs slightly higher, registering 37.0% above the metropolitan average per resident over the 5 year period, which helps support local asset values while offering home buyers selection. This activity sits substantially above the national benchmark, showing developer confidence in the area. Standard suburban layouts are preserved via a focus on detached housing, which makes up all new residential construction and offers space for families. A ratio of roughly 41 citizens per approval characterizes the suburb of Coodanup as an expanding locality.

Projecting forward, the suburb of Coodanup is set to add 776 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly calculation by AreaSearch. In light of ongoing building trends, housing availability looks set to satisfy future needs, which presents good opportunities for prospective purchasers and could support expansion rates ahead of current expectations.

Coodanup has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes, planning decisions, and major construction projects represent key drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 7 initiatives likely to influence the area. Principal developments include Frasers Landing - Forest Walk Stage 11, Mandurah Lifestyle Resort, the proposed Dudley Park Transit Precinct Structure Plan, and the Mandurah Forum Retail Expansion 2026, with details on the most significant schemes provided below.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Coodanup faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

A mixture of white and blue collar jobs characterizes the local workforce, with industrial and manufacturing fields heavily represented, alongside an unemployment rate of 8.3% and a 6.5% rise in jobs over the past year using aggregated statistical unit records. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,727, while the local jobless rate sits 4.1% higher than the Greater Perth metric of 4.2%, showing potential for labor market gains. Participation in the workforce is notably low at 43.7%, compared with the 70.2% recorded across Greater Perth. Census responses indicate that a minor 6.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

The primary employment fields for working locals are retail trade, construction, and health care & social assistance. Local specialization is highly visible in retail trade, where the concentration of jobs is 1.3 times the wider metropolitan average. By contrast, the professional & technical sector accounts for only 2.9% of local workers, which is low compared to the 8.2% seen across Greater Perth. Comparing the Census count of local jobs to resident workers suggests that this mostly residential locality provides limited employment within its own boundaries.

According to SALM and ABS statistics compiled from regional datasets, the 12 months ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 6.5% while the total labor force grew by 9.5%, leading to a rise in the jobless rate of 2.6 percentage points. This differs from the broader metropolitan area of Greater Perth, where employment increased by 2.0%, the labor force rose by 2.5%, and unemployment ticked up by 0.4 percentage points. National employment trends published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 give context on prospective labor demands. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to local data to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sectors will perform differently. Integrating these industry trends with local data suggests that employment in the suburb of Coodanup could rise by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation rather than a localized demographic forecast.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

Postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year show that taxpayers in the suburb of Coodanup recorded a median income of $40,387 and an average income of $56,953. These figures sit below the national benchmarks and compare to metropolitan medians and averages of $60,748 and $80,248 across Greater Perth. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $44,801 and an average of $63,178 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed the area's household, family, and personal incomes between the 0th and 2nd percentiles nationwide. Income distribution figures show that 37.0% of the population, or 1,920 taxpayers, earn between $400 - 799 weekly, whereas the metropolitan leader is the $1,500 - 2,999 range at 32.0%. Tight household finances are common, with 48.2% of local households living on weekly incomes under $800. Financial stress related to housing is high, with residents retaining only 78.5% of their income, which sits at the 2nd percentile.

Coodanup is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Residential architecture in the suburb of Coodanup at the time of the last Census consisted of 86.4% separate houses and 13.7% alternative housing options, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, compared to Perth metro proportions of 77.8% and 22.1%. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Coodanup stood above metropolitan averages at 31.8%, while mortgaged homes accounted for 30.5% and rental properties made up 37.7% of local dwellings. The typical monthly mortgage cost was $1,300, which is lower than the Perth metro median of $1,907, while weekly rent was recorded at $240 compared to a metropolitan median of $350. Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Coodanup are well below the Australian median of $1,863, and typical rents are also lower than the national median of $375.

Coodanup features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up 61.1% of all local households, with couples without children representing 27.5%, couples with children at 18.0%, and single parent households at 14.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 38.9%, with lone person households representing 36.4% and group living situations at 2.5%. The average household size of 2.2 residents sits below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Coodanup faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

Local education statistics indicate room for development, with university graduation rates at 9.2%, which is low compared to the Australian benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a potential avenue for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are held by 6.2% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational skills are common, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding practical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 8.7% and certificates at 30.9%.

A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 27.2% of residents enrolled in an educational program. This comprises 10.8% attending primary school, 9.0% in high school, and 2.3% enrolled in tertiary institutions.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport services in the suburb of Coodanup include 29 active bus stops. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes that run a combined 319 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 245 meters from their nearest transit stop. The area functions primarily as a commuter suburb, with 85% of workers driving to work and 7% using the train. Vehicle ownership sits at 1.1 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A minor 6.2% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.

Transit services average 45 runs daily across the network, which translates to approximately 11 weekly departures from each individual stop.

Health performance in Coodanup is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Health outcomes in the suburb of Coodanup present notable difficulties, based on AreaSearch analysis of local death rates and chronic illness rates across multiple age cohorts, with the rate of private health insurance coverage sitting low at approximately 50% of the community, or roughly 2,585 individuals. This is lower than the 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent health issues reported locally are arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 12.7% and 10.7% of the population, respectively. Only 54.7% of residents reported having no long-term illnesses, compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth. Health issues are elevated among working-age individuals, and residents aged 65 and over make up 32.4% of the local population, totaling 1,681 individuals, compared to 16.1% in Greater Perth. Seniors face some challenges, with national health rankings matching general population trends.

In terms of cultural diversity, Coodanup records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Cultural diversity in the suburb of Coodanup is comparable to the metropolitan average, with citizens making up 85.3% of the community, 75.5% born in Australia, and 93.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 47.0% of the population. The most visible statistical difference is in the Other category, which represents 0.7% of residents, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

Ancestry records indicate that the top three backgrounds are English, representing 34.8% of the population, which is above the metropolitan average of 28.0%, Australian, at 29.1%, which is above the metropolitan average of 21.2%, and Scottish at 6.8%. Other notable ethnic variations include Maori at 1.1% in the suburb of Coodanup, compared to 0.9% regionally, Welsh at 0.7%, compared to 0.7% regionally, and New Zealand ancestry at 0.9%, compared to 0.8% regionally.

Coodanup hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

A median age of 48 years means the suburb of Coodanup is older than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national median of 38 years. Demographic data shows a high concentration of residents in the 75 - 84 age bracket at 12.9%, while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 8.6% compared to metropolitan averages. The proportion of residents aged 75 - 84 is higher than the national average of 6.1%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 10.6% to 12.9% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group rose from 10.6% to 12.1%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.2% to 10.6%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 11.1% to 10.0%. Long-range projections for 2041 point to significant changes in local age structures, with the 75 to 84 group projected to grow by 49%, adding 326 residents to reach a total of 996. Seniors aged 65 and over will drive 79% of local growth, reinforcing aging trends, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 groups are projected to contract.