Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Coolbinia has an estimated 1,884 residents, up 7.6% since the 2021 Census, with 51 projects tracked in the area around Coolbinia.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Located 4.3 kilometres north from Perth CBD, the suburb of Coolbinia had an estimated population of around 1,884 as of Aug 2026. This estimate is based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,751 people, the population has increased by 133 people (7.6%).
Notable features include representation among people aged 45 to 54yo and an elevated real estate employment base. Residents include a high proportion of middle-aged people, largely couples with children. The area is among the most affluent in the country and has above-average education, while population growth remains limited.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 4.3 kilometres north from Perth CBD, the suburb of Coolbinia had an estimated population of around 1,884 as of Aug 2026. This estimate is based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. Since the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,751 people, the population has increased by 133 people (7.6%).
Notable features include representation among people aged 45 to 54yo and an elevated real estate employment base. Residents include a high proportion of middle-aged people, largely couples with children. The area is among the most affluent in the country and has above-average education, while population growth remains limited.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,664 in 2006 and 1,884 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 17.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 42.2%.
Coolbinia ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 95th for income.
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 Coolbinia is $700 a week, down 0.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 3% below Greater Perth.
3% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $700 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -0.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
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Status of the 8 tracked applications: 5 approved, 0 under assessment, 3 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 51 projects in and around Coolbinia, 16 of them under construction.
The Coolbinia is a five-storey mixed-use development featuring 40 ultra-large residences comprising two and three-bedroom apartments…
The City of Stirling is delivering staged upgrades to Yokine Regional Open Space, one of the City's key regional reserves.
An 8-storey mixed-use redevelopment of the former Brownes Dairy site, featuring 117 residential apartments.
City of Vincent is undertaking a phased upgrade of the Mt Hawthorn Community Centre and the surrounding Axford Park precinct.
Alma Square is a landmark mixed-use development transforming the North Perth town centre.
This project involves the conversion of the overhead electricity distribution network to underground power in designated sections of North…
This project involves major streetscape and safety improvements focused on the intersection of Scarborough Beach Road, Eton Street, and…
The City of Vincent is implementing a comprehensive enhancement of the Mt Hawthorn Town Centre through the Mt Hawthorn Town Centre Planning…
A six-storey mixed-use development by Cast Developments at 177 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn.
A $300 million plus urban renewal project transforming two central car parks into a transit-oriented mixed-use precinct.
Local Planning Scheme No. 2 (LPS2) is the primary statutory framework regulating land use and development within the City of Vincent.
Seven Art Deco-inspired luxury townhomes at 785 Beaufort Street, Mount Lawley, developed by Big Sky Developments.
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Estimated completion year of the 31 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 7, 2027 9, 2028 5, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 2, 2036 3. 3 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 8 substantial development applications lodged in and around Coolbinia over the past 5 years, none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 2, 2023 0, 2024 3, 2025 3, 2026 (to Oct) 0.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 8 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 7 | ABS building approvals | 15th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Coolbinia include: Osborne Park and Tuart Hill Targeted Underground Power Program (Construction); The Coolbinia (Construction); Yokine Regional Open Space Upgrades (Construction); North Perth / Mount Lawley Underground Power Project (Construction); and City of Stirling Underground Power Program - Yokine and Surrounding Suburbs (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Coolbinia spans multiple sectors including Energy, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Coolbinia compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Coolbinia area has seen 15 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Coolbinia's current population of 1,884 has been supported by 7 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Coolbinia has seen 3.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 250 people in the suburb of Coolbinia, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Coolbinia's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 7, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Coolbinia has grown by approximately 88 people, while 35 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
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.
Coolbinia 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 | 1,884 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,189 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,751 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 133 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 0.86 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Coolbinia was estimated to be approximately 1,884 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,884 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Coolbinia has added approximately 133 people and shown a 7.60% increase from the 1,751 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Coolbinia is estimated at 2,191 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Coolbinia has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Coolbinia is driven by: Overseas migration (92.0%), Interstate migration (8.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 92.0% of overall population gains.
Coolbinia's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 56th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.8% | 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 | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 17.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Coolbinia at 40 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Coolbinia is 3 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Coolbinia compared to the Greater Perth region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 17.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Coolbinia compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Coolbinia show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 45-54 year-olds (17.4% vs 12.0%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 2.0%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.4% vs 5.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.7% of the population in the suburb of Coolbinia as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.4% of the population in the suburb of Coolbinia as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 5% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $85,059 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 97th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $112,995 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,229 | 2021 Census, weekly | 98th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,192 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 53.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $4,166 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 11.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Coolbinia is approximately $91,047. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $85,059.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Coolbinia is approximately $120,950. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $112,995.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Coolbinia is approximately $91,047 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $85,059 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Coolbinia is approximately $120,950 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $112,995 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Coolbinia's households (~42.2% / 246 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Coolbinia is the $4000+ group, representing about 42.2% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Coolbinia is $3,229/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Coolbinia is $4,166/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Coolbinia is $1,192/wk.
The suburb of Coolbinia shows a median taxpayer income of $85,059 and an average of $112,995 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $64,047 and average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $91,047 (median) and $120,950 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Coolbinia is $12,650 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Coolbinia's disposable income is $12,650 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Coolbinia places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,120 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,540 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,130 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Coolbinia has approximately 1,120 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 0.9%. 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 March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Coolbinia stands at 0.9%, which is 3.3 percentage points below Greater Perth'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 suburb of Coolbinia is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (16.8% of employment), health care & social assistance (15.1%), and education & training (9.4%). Other significant employers include retail trade and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Coolbinia has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Coolbinia is 75.0%, 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 Perth average of 69.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Coolbinia shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 16.8% of the local workforce compared to 8.2% across Greater Perth. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.0, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The suburb of Coolbinia'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 experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Coolbinia shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 34.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 49.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.5% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
49.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Coolbinia have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
29.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Coolbinia have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Coolbinia ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Coolbinia are: Bachelor Degree (34.7%), Postgraduate (10.9%), Advanced Diploma (10.5%).
31.6% of the population in the suburb of Coolbinia is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.2% in primary school, 10.1% in secondary school, 7.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Coolbinia is 1081, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Coolbinia, with a combined enrollment of approximately 440 students.
The suburb of Coolbinia includes 1 primary school, 1 combined school.
Coolbinia features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few single parent families, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.5% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 46.8% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 583 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 627 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Coolbinia had 583 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.5% to an estimated 627 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Coolbinia is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.5%), group households (3.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 442 family households, couples with children account for 46.8% of all households, couples without children at home 22.5%, and single parent families 6.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Coolbinia shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Coolbinia have an average of 1.5 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 55.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.8% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 20.5% of all households in the suburb of Coolbinia, similar to the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.6% of households, in line with the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
In terms of cultural diversity, Coolbinia records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 23.1% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 12.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 87.2% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.4% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
Coolbinia was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 23.1% of its population born overseas and 12.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Coolbinia are English, comprising 22.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, Australian, comprising 22.0% of the population, and Italian, comprising 10.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 4.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Polish is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Coolbinia (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), Macedonian at 1.6% (vs 0.4%) and South African at 1.2% (vs 1.0%).
23.1% of the suburb of Coolbinia population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
12.8% of the population in the suburb of Coolbinia speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
0.2% of the suburb of Coolbinia population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
93.4% of the suburb of Coolbinia population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Coolbinia is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 41.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 85.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,600 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 42.4% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 10.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 8th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Coolbinia, 41.8% of homes are owned outright, 42.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 85.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Coolbinia are houses.
In the suburb of Coolbinia, 11.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Coolbinia stands at 41.8%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Coolbinia is $2,600, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Coolbinia is $1,342, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Coolbinia, households with mortgages typically spend 18.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 10.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Coolbinia is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Coolbinia shows mortgage holders spending 18.6% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 10.8% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Coolbinia consists of 85.4% detached houses, 3.4% semi-detached dwellings, 11.1% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Coolbinia consumes approximately 9.6% of median household income ($13,982 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Coolbinia show attached dwellings contributing 60% of approvals compared to 15% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 40% of applications versus 85% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Coolbinia'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 | 70.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 92nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
Around 70.5% of people in the suburb of Coolbinia are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Coolbinia, 5.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.8% of people in the suburb of Coolbinia are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.1% of the suburb of Coolbinia population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the suburb of Coolbinia have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Coolbinia, 70.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
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 | 83 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 13 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 13th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,044 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 35th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 147 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 4 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 13.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 13 public transport stops within the suburb of Coolbinia.
The suburb of Coolbinia has 1,044 weekly trips across 4 routes, averaging 149 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 139 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 384 m away and the nearest school 442 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 13 stops nearby, 1,044 weekly trips, access rating 83 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 67 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 67th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 384 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 442 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 455 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 613 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 734 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 736 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 744 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 793 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Coolbinia compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Coolbinia has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Coolbinia is $700 a week, -0.9% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Coolbinia is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Coolbinia's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 5% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Coolbinia places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Coolbinia shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Coolbinia features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few single parent families, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
In terms of cultural diversity, Coolbinia records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Coolbinia is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Coolbinia'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.
Coolbinia has an estimated 1,884 residents, up 7.6% since the 2021 Census, with 51 projects tracked in the area around Coolbinia.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 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 Coolbinia.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 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 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
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 (SAL50325). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
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 (Jun 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 Coolbinia 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 Coolbinia 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.
