Coogee (WA)

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

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Coogee (WA) is around 6,248, reflecting an increase of 903 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 16.9% increase from the previous population figure of 5,345. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 6,123 as of June 2024 and an additional 144 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,174 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's 16.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded both national (9.9%) and state averages, marking it as a notable growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 42.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and to estimate growth post-2032, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking ahead, an above median population growth is projected for statistical areas across the nation. By 2041, the suburb of Coogee (WA) is expected to expand by 1,195 persons, reflecting a total gain of 14.6% over the 17-year period.

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

Coogee experienced around 38 dwelling approvals annually, with 192 approved between FY-21 and FY-25, and 17 in FY-26. Each year, approximately 3.8 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these five years. Demand outpaces supply, potentially causing buyer competition and pricing pressures.

Developers target the premium market with new dwellings valued at $408,000 on average. In FY-26, Coogee recorded $2.8 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting its primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Coogee has about three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 78th percentile nationally.

New developments consist of 87% detached houses and 13% attached dwellings, preserving the area's suburban character focused on family homes. There are approximately 147 people per dwelling approval in Coogee. By 2041, Coogee is projected to grow by 913 residents. Current construction levels should meet demand adequately, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially exceeding current forecast growth.

Coogee has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 44thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects likely impacting the region. Notable ones include Windfall Residences Port Coogee, Spearwood Housing Project - Uniting WA, Phoenix Activity Centre Redevelopment, and Discovery Parks Coogee Beach Redevelopment. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Coogee demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Coogee has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Its unemployment rate was 2.8% as of September 2025, below Greater Perth's 4.0%. Employment grew by 3.6% over the past year.

As of September 2025, 3,455 residents were employed with an unemployment rate 1.1% lower than Greater Perth's. Workforce participation was at 69.4%, slightly below Greater Perth's 71.6%. Only 8.6% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have affected this figure.

Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade, with accommodation & food services employing only 4.8% of local workers compared to Greater Perth's 6.8%. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.6%, labour force grew by 4.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment rise by 2.9% with a marginal increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Coogee's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Coogee had a median taxpayer income of $61,836 and an average of $78,799 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is above national averages of $54,232 (median) and $74,612 (average). In Greater Perth, median income was $60,748 with an average of $80,248 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $67,785 (median) and $86,379 (average). According to 2021 Census figures, incomes in Coogee cluster around the 69th percentile nationally. In terms of income distribution, 26.3% of residents fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, slightly lower than the broader area's 32.0%. Economic strength is evident with 35.7% of households earning over $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 87.5% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. Coogee's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

In Coogee, as per the latest Census evaluation, 86.2% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 13.8% comprising semi-detached, apartments, and other types. This compares to Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Coogee stood at 49.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 38.7% and rented ones at 11.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,500, higher than Perth metro's average of $1,907. Median weekly rent in Coogee was $430, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Coogee's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,500 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Coogee features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 80.1% of all households, including 37.7% couples with children, 34.7% couples without children, and 6.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 19.9%, with lone person households at 18.8% and group households comprising 1.0%. The median household size is 2.6 people, aligning with the Greater Perth average.

The educational profile of Coogee exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Coogee's educational qualifications trail Australian averages. As of 2021, 24.1% of Coogee residents aged 15+ held university degrees, compared to the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees were most common at 16.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational credentials were prominent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas accounted for 11.7%, while certificates made up 27.1%.

Educational participation was high in Coogee, with 27.3% of residents enrolled in formal education as of 2021. This included 9.2% in primary education, 7.7% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis shows that Coogee has 19 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with three individual routes in total providing 468 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with residents typically located 264 meters from the nearest stop. As Coogee is primarily residential, most commuting is outward-bound. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 88%, while train usage stands at 6%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, which exceeds the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 8.6% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes is an average of 66 trips per day, equating to approximately 24 weekly trips per individual stop.

Coogee's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Coogee's health outcomes show excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Approximately 58% (3,653 people) of Coogee's total population has private health cover, which is exceptionally high. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.2 and 6.0% of residents respectively. Notably, 72.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Coogee has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 25.6% (1,599 people) than Greater Perth's 16.3%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Coogee was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Coogee has a population where 17.9% speak languages other than English at home, higher than most local markets. Born overseas, 31.4% of Coogee residents were born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religion in Coogee with 63.0%, compared to 45.0% across Greater Perth.

The top three ancestry groups are English (26.1%), Australian (20.0%), and Italian (12.7%). This is significantly higher than the regional average of 4.2% for Italians. Some ethnic groups have notable differences: Croatians at 6.3% in Coogee compared to 0.8% regionally, Serbians at 0.9% versus 0.3%, and South Africans at 0.9% versus 1.0%.

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

Coogee's median age is 47 years, higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and the national average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group comprises 13.6% of Coogee's population compared to Greater Perth, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 7.4%. Post-Census data (2021) shows the 75-84 age group grew from 7.1% to 8.8%, and the 85+ cohort increased from 2.0% to 3.2%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort declined from 9.1% to 7.4%, and the 45-54 group dropped from 14.6% to 13.3%. By 2041, Coogee's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 75-84 cohort is expected to grow by 61%, adding 336 residents to reach 886. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 74% of population growth. Meanwhile, declines are projected for the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts.