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 Nov 2025, the estimated population for the Coogee (WA) statistical area (Lv2) is around 6,248 people. This figure reflects a growth of 903 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,345. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 6,123 in Jun 2024, along with an additional 143 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,174 persons per square kilometer, aligning with average densities seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Coogee (WA) (SA2)'s growth rate of 16.9% since the 2021 census surpassed both national (9.7%) and state averages, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 42.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other factors such as interstate migration and natural growth also being positive contributors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking ahead, aggregated SA2-level projections indicate an above median population growth for statistical areas across the nation. The Coogee (WA) (SA2) is expected to expand by 1,217 persons to reach a total of 7,465 by 2041, reflecting a gain of 14.8% over the 17-year period.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data, Coogee has experienced approximately 38 dwellings receiving development approval per year. Over the past five financial years, between FY21 and FY25, around 192 homes were approved, with an additional 17 approved so far in FY26. On average, about 3.8 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years, indicating substantial demand outpacing supply, which typically results in heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures.

Developers target the premium market segment, with new dwellings valued at an average of $408,000 upon completion. This financial year has seen $2.8 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting Coogee's primarily residential nature. Compared to Greater Perth, Coogee has around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 78th percentile nationally.

New developments consist predominantly of detached houses (87.0%) with a smaller proportion of attached dwellings (13.0%), preserving the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes. With approximately 147 people per dwelling approval, Coogee's market is expanding. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the location is expected to grow by 928 residents through to 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Coogee has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46thth percentile nationally

AreaSearch has identified six projects that could impact the local area's performance. Key projects 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 likely to be 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, lower than Greater Perth's 4.0%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.6%. As of September 2025, 3,456 residents were employed with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Greater Perth's. Workforce participation in Coogee was 62.9%, slightly lower than Greater Perth's 65.2%.

Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Accommodation & food services employed only 4.8% of local workers compared to Greater Perth's 6.8%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.6% while labour force grew by 4.3%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment grow by 2.9%. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27%, with an unemployment rate of 4.6% compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase 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, assuming constant population projections.

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 income of $78,799 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is higher than national averages, with Greater Perth having a median income of $60,748 and an average income of $80,248. By September 2025, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% suggest the median income would be approximately $67,785 and the average income $86,379. According to 2021 Census figures, incomes in Coogee cluster around the 69th percentile nationally. In terms of income distribution, 26.3% of the population (1,643 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range, similar to the broader area where 32.0% occupy this bracket. Economic strength is evident with 35.7% of households earning high weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, indicating strong consumer spending power. After housing costs, residents retain 87.5% of their income, reflecting robust purchasing power and the area'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% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Perth metro's 81.2% houses and 18.8% 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 $1,950. Median weekly rent in Coogee was $430 compared to Perth metro's $370. 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 national benchmarks, with 24.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to Australia's 30.4%. This gap suggests potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.6%. Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 11.7% and certificates at 27.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 27.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 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

Transport analysis indicates 19 operational public transport stops in Coogee. These are served by buses along three distinct routes, offering a total of 468 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is deemed good, with residents on average situated 264 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 66 trips daily across all routes, equating to roughly 24 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Coogee is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Coogee exhibits above-average health outcomes for both young and elderly populations, with low prevalence of common health conditions.

Approximately 58% of its total population (3,653 people) has private health cover, a rate exceptionally high compared to other areas. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.2% and 6.0% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 72.4%, report being completely free from medical ailments, slightly higher than the Greater Perth average of 72.9%. Coogee has a notably high proportion of seniors, with 25.1% (1,568 people) aged 65 and over, compared to the Greater Perth average of 14.8%. The health outcomes among seniors in Coogee are particularly strong, outperforming even the general population in various health metrics.

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's population shows high cultural diversity, with 17.9% speaking a language other than English at home and 31.4% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Coogee, accounting for 63.0%, compared to 48.5% across Greater Perth. The top ancestry groups are English (26.1%), Australian (20.0%), and Italian (12.7%), with Italians being more prevalent than the regional average of 6.6%.

Notably, Croatian representation is higher in Coogee at 6.3%, compared to the regional 2.3%. Serbian and South African groups also have distinct representations: Serbian at 0.9% versus 0.7% regionally, and South African at 0.9% versus 1.1%.

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

Coogee's median age is 47 years, significantly higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and exceeding the national average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group comprises 13.4% of Coogee's population compared to Greater Perth, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 7.7%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 7.1% to 8.6%, and the 85+ cohort has increased from 2.0% to 3.1%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has declined from 9.1% to 7.7%, and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 14.6% to 13.4%. Demographic modeling indicates that Coogee's age profile will change significantly by 2041, with the 75 to 84 cohort projected to grow by 66%, adding 354 residents to reach 892. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 75% of population growth, highlighting demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age cohorts.