Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Lake Coogee has an estimated 5,506 residents, up 15.5% since the 2021 Census, with 40 projects tracked in the area around Lake Coogee.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 21 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of Lake Coogee is an affluent coastal community characterised by strong demographic expansion. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly national address updates, the suburb of Lake Coogee records an estimated population of 5,506 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a post-Census addition of 738 people (15.5%) compared to the 4,768 people counted at the 2021 Census. The area is notable for its family-centric appeal, featuring a pronounced proportion of young children aged 0 to 4yo, an elevated share of residents aged 35 to 44yo, and a substantial presence of mortgage holders.
Beyond its robust economic foundation, the picturesque setting of Coogee in Western Australia is celebrated for its pristine white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and abundant leisure amenities. Residents enjoy access to coastal walking and cycling paths, verdant green parks, and diverse flora and fauna.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 21 kilometres south-southwest from Perth CBD, the suburb of Lake Coogee is an affluent coastal community characterised by strong demographic expansion. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly national address updates, the suburb of Lake Coogee records an estimated population of 5,506 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a post-Census addition of 738 people (15.5%) compared to the 4,768 people counted at the 2021 Census. The area is notable for its family-centric appeal, featuring a pronounced proportion of young children aged 0 to 4yo, an elevated share of residents aged 35 to 44yo, and a substantial presence of mortgage holders.
Beyond its robust economic foundation, the picturesque setting of Coogee in Western Australia is celebrated for its pristine white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and abundant leisure amenities. Residents enjoy access to coastal walking and cycling paths, verdant green parks, and diverse flora and fauna.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 2,822 in 2006 and 5,466 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,506 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 38.1%.
Lake Coogee ranks in the 87th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 87th 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 Lake Coogee is $805 a week, up 7.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 11% above Greater Perth.
11% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $805 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Cockburn | $730 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Cockburn, over 12 months | +7.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - South West, over 12 months | +6.4% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 40 projects in and around Lake Coogee, 10 of them under construction.
Mixed-use development featuring 61 apartments over five floors plus 1 retail unit in a sought-after coastal location near Port Coogee Marina. Proposed 5 Star Green Star rating. Facilities include rooftop terrace, gymnasium, private dining and lounge area, car wash station, pet wash station, automated parcel lockers, and residents' workshop.
Redevelopment of the existing caravan park and holiday accommodation facilities at Coogee Beach to modern tourism standards, including new cabins, modern amenities, and recreational facilities with improved environmental sustainability. The multi-million dollar project follows finalisation of long-term lease arrangements with the City of Cockburn.
Major $5.5 million redevelopment of Phoenix Shopping Centre and Activity Centre including new retail spaces, external dining precinct seating 250 guests, children's playground, upgraded interiors, enhanced landscaping, and improved accessibility. Part of comprehensive Phoenix Central Revitalisation Strategy.
Major upgrade and expansion of Yangebup Primary School delivering new permanent classrooms, a redeveloped administration building, refurbished undercover assembly area and associated external works.
A mixed-use town centre redevelopment of the Yangebup Shopping Centre. The project is designed to deliver a modern local main street hub featuring a full-line supermarket, specialty retail, medical and allied health services, a childcare centre, gym, and flexible community spaces.
A new neighbourhood shopping centre for the Glen Iris Estate in Jandakot, featuring a modern 7-day IGA supermarket, a family-friendly bistro tavern, a dedicated health and wellness hub, two specialty retail stores, a liquor store, and three food and beverage outlets. The development includes a central piazza with landscaped seating and over 100 parking bays.
Beachside North Coogee is an exclusive residential enclave situated within the Robb's Jetty precinct, comprising 52 residential lots and 3 apartment sites. Curated by David Barr Architects, the project focuses on medium-density housing with sustainable design principles and close proximity to the Indian Ocean.
Award-winning sustainable residential redevelopment of the former Hamilton Senior High School site by DevelopmentWA. The project will deliver around 300 homes across a mix of lot types with extensive retained trees, parks, nature play areas and waterwise infrastructure.
Supported Independent Living (SIL) house developed by Uniting WA in Spearwood, featuring a fully accessible design compliant with Silver Level Liveable Housing Australia standards. The sustainable residence achieves a 7-star NatHERS energy rating and includes solar panels and waterwise gardens. Construction completed in August 2025.
Large-scale coastal development by DevelopmentWA including residential precincts, commercial areas, recreational facilities, and shoreline protection. Integration with existing coastal infrastructure and environmental conservation including heritage Power Station redevelopment.
Comprehensive redevelopment of mental health facilities at Fremantle Hospital including 40 additional inpatient beds, a 24/7 mental health crisis centre, and specialist therapeutic spaces with modern accessibility standards.
A 47-hectare coastal masterplanned community being developed by DevelopmentWA on former industrial land as part of the broader Cockburn Coast Redevelopment Area, located 4km south of Fremantle.
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Estimated completion year of the 20 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 5, 2027 6, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1. 5 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Lake Coogee over the period covered (about 1.3 years), 1 in the last 12 months; 2 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 0 approved, 2 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.3 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 16th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 8 | ABS building approvals | 17th percentile nationally |
| Applications under assessment | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.3 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Lake Coogee include: Windfall Residences Port Coogee (Planning); Kwinana Freeway Upgrade (Roe Highway to Safety Bay Road) (Planning); City of Rockingham Road Renewal Program 2024-2025 (Completed); Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction); and Kwinana Energy Transformation Hub (KETH) (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Lake Coogee spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Sports & Recreation, and Residential Development, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Lake Coogee when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Lake Coogee area has seen 35 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Lake Coogee's current population of 5,506 has been supported by 8 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Lake Coogee has seen 1.4 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 309 people in the suburb of Lake Coogee, 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 Lake Coogee's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 8, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Lake Coogee has grown by approximately 679 people, while 38 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 17.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Lake 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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,506 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +15.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,598 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,768 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 738 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.45 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Lake Coogee was estimated to be approximately 5,506 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,466 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Lake Coogee has added approximately 738 people and shown a 15.48% increase from the 4,768 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Lake Coogee is estimated at 1,596 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Lake Coogee has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.5% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Lake Coogee is driven by: Overseas migration (41.0%), Natural increase (30.0%), Interstate migration (30.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 41.0% of overall population gains.
Lake Coogee's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.2% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Lake Coogee at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Lake Coogee is equal to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Lake Coogee compared to the Greater Perth region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 16.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Lake Coogee compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 11.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Lake Coogee is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.0% of the population in the suburb of Lake Coogee as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.7% of the population in the suburb of Lake Coogee as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $75,016 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $95,534 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,147 | 2021 Census, weekly | 74th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $951 | 2021 Census, weekly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,461 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 18.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Lake Coogee is approximately $80,297. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $75,016.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Lake Coogee is approximately $102,260. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $95,534.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Lake Coogee is approximately $80,297 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $75,016 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Lake Coogee is approximately $102,260 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $95,534 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Lake Coogee's households (~38.1% / 656 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Lake Coogee is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 38.1% 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 Lake Coogee is $2,147/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Lake Coogee is $2,461/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Lake Coogee is $951/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Lake Coogee's median income among taxpayers is $75,016, with an average of $95,534. This is among the highest in Australia, and compares to Greater Perth's median of $64,047 and average of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $80,297 (median) and $102,260 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Lake Coogee is $7,962 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Lake Coogee's disposable income is $7,962 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Lake Coogee performing better than 87% of local markets assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,222 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,928 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,288 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Lake Coogee has approximately 3,222 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.0%. 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 Lake Coogee stands at 2.0%, which is 2.2 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 Lake Coogee is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (13.6% of employment), construction (12.2%), and education & training (9.1%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.9% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include manufacturing and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Lake Coogee has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. 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 Lake Coogee is 75.1%, 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 Lake Coogee shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 8.7% of the local workforce compared to 5.5% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Lake Coogee'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.
The educational profile of Lake Coogee ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 20.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.6% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 37.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
20.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Lake Coogee have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
37.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Lake Coogee have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Lake Coogee ranks in the 62th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Lake Coogee are: Certificate (29.6%), Bachelor Degree (15.8%), Advanced Diploma (11.9%).
28.9% of the population in the suburb of Lake Coogee is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.9% in primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, 4.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Lake Coogee is 1048, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Lake Coogee, with a combined enrollment of approximately 492 students.
The suburb of Lake Coogee includes 1 primary school.
Lake Coogee features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 39.4% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,721 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,987 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Lake Coogee had 1,721 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 15.5% to an estimated 1,987 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Lake Coogee is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 76.9% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (21.7%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,323 family households, couples with children account for 39.4% of all households, couples without children at home 25.4%, and single parent families 10.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Lake Coogee shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 76.9% (versus 71.5% in Greater Perth). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Lake Coogee have an average of 1.6 children, matching the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 51.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.4% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 21.7% of all households in the suburb of Lake Coogee, 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 1.6% of households, below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Lake Coogee 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 | 30.0% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 80.8% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 70.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Lake Coogee was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 19.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 30.0% born overseas.
The main religion in Lake Coogee was found to be Christianity, which makes up 60.4% of people in Lake Coogee. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Lake Coogee are English, comprising 25.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.0% of the population, and Italian, comprising 11.4% 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: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 5.4% of Lake Coogee (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Serbian at 1.1% (vs 0.3%) and Spanish at 0.7% (vs 0.4%).
30.0% of the suburb of Lake Coogee population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
19.2% of the population in the suburb of Lake Coogee speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.0% of the suburb of Lake Coogee population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
88.0% of the suburb of Lake Coogee population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Lake Coogee 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 | 15.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 93.1% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 67th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 53.3% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $400 | 2021 Census, weekly | 66th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 29th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Lake Coogee, 30.7% of homes are owned outright, 53.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 93.1% of dwellings in the suburb of Lake Coogee are houses.
In the suburb of Lake Coogee, 1.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 5.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Lake Coogee stands at 30.7%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Lake Coogee is $2,000, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Lake Coogee is $1,341, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Lake Coogee, households with mortgages typically spend 21.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Lake Coogee is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Lake Coogee shows mortgage holders spending 21.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 18.6% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Lake Coogee consists of 93.1% detached houses, 5.5% semi-detached dwellings, 1.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Lake Coogee consumes approximately 14.4% of median household income ($9,297 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Lake Coogee show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 7% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 93% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
The level of general health in Lake Coogee is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 63.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 80.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Around 63.4% of people in the suburb of Lake Coogee are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Lake Coogee, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the suburb of Lake Coogee are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.4% of the suburb of Lake Coogee population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.6% of people in the suburb of Lake Coogee have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Lake Coogee, 63.4% 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 moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 58th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 27 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 27th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,332 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 202 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 5 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 27 public transport stops within the suburb of Lake Coogee.
The suburb of Lake Coogee has 1,332 weekly trips across 5 routes, averaging 190 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 224 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 343 m away and the nearest school 788 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 27 stops nearby, 1,332 weekly trips, access rating 58 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 19 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 19th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 343 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 788 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 6.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.2 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 5 long day care centres with 324 places in Lake Coogee, about 0.9 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 is slightly higher than average within Lake Coogee when compared nationally.
Lake Coogee has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Lake Coogee is $805 a week, +7.3% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Lake 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.
Lake Coogee's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Lake Coogee performing better than 87% of local markets assessed across Australia.
The educational profile of Lake Coogee ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Lake Coogee features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Lake Coogee was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Lake Coogee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
The level of general health in Lake Coogee is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Lake Coogee has an estimated 5,506 residents, up 15.5% since the 2021 Census, with 40 projects tracked in the area around Lake Coogee.
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 Lake Coogee.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (SAL50816). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Lake Coogee 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 Lake Coogee 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.
