North Coogee
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North Coogee lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

North Coogee's population, as of November 2025, stands at approximately 4,852 people. This figure represents an increase of 1,111 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,741. The growth is inferred from ABS estimates; the resident population was 4,744 in June 2024, with an additional 155 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 1,751 persons per square kilometer, higher than average national locations assessed by AreaSearch. North Coogee's growth rate of 29.7% since the 2021 Census exceeds both the national average (8.9%) and state levels, positioning it as a regional growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 78.9% of overall population gains in recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and post-2032 estimates, AreaSearch employs growth rates by age cohort from the ABS's latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking ahead, significant population increases are forecast for top quartile statistical areas nationwide. North Coogee is projected to increase by 1,715 persons to 2041, representing a total increase of 33.1% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in North Coogee was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

North Coogee has received approximately 109 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 548 homes. As of FY26, 67 approvals have been recorded. Each dwelling built in the area from FY21 to FY25 resulted in an average of 2.4 new residents per year. The average construction cost value for these dwellings is $545,000, indicating a focus on premium properties.

In FY26, commercial approvals amounted to $1 million, suggesting limited commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Perth, North Coogee has seen 199% more new home approvals per capita. This high level of approvals offers greater choice for buyers but has shown a recent slowdown in building activity. The dwelling mix consists of approximately 53% detached houses and 47% attached dwellings, including townhouses and apartments catering to various price points. With around 68 people per dwelling approval, North Coogee exhibits characteristics of a growth area.

Future projections estimate an addition of 1,607 residents by 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially exceeding current forecasted growth.

North Coogee has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 22ndth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Fremantle Hospital Mental Health Redevelopment, Shoreline North Coogee, Cockburn Coast Oval, and OneOneFive Hamilton Hill. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in North Coogee rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

North Coogee's workforce is well-educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 1.1% as of June 2025, showing a 5.4% employment growth over the past year.

Residents' unemployment rate was 2.7% lower than Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%, with workforce participation at 67.4%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The area specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.2 times the regional level. However, accommodation & food services have limited presence, accounting for only 3.9% of employment compared to the regional average of 6.8%.

Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by Census data comparing working population and resident population. In the 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 5.4%, while labour force grew by 5.8%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Perth's employment growth of 3.7% and labour force expansion of 3.8%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May 2025, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to North Coogee's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch reports that based on its aggregation of postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2022, North Coogee had a median taxpayer income of $82,045 and an average income of $103,206. These figures place North Coogee in the top percentile nationally, compared to Greater Perth's levels of $58,380 and $78,020 respectively. As of September 2025, estimated median and average incomes would be approximately $93,695 and $117,861, respectively, accounting for a 14.2% growth in wages since financial year 2022. Census 2021 income data indicates that North Coogee's household, family, and personal incomes rank between the 92nd and 93rd percentiles nationally. The $40,000+ income bracket dominates with 30.7% of residents (1,489 people), unlike the metropolitan region where the $1,500 - $2,999 category predominates at 32.0%. North Coogee demonstrates significant affluence, with 45.2% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 15.0% of income, and the area's residents rank within the 92nd percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

North Coogee features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In North Coogee, as per the latest Census, 47.3% of dwellings were houses while 52.7% comprised semi-detached houses, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Perth metro's 81.2% houses and 18.8% other dwellings. Home ownership in North Coogee stood at 33.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.0% and rented ones at 25.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,817, higher than Perth metro's $1,950. Median weekly rent in North Coogee was $460 compared to Perth metro's $370. Nationally, North Coogee's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,817 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

North Coogee has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 71.8% of all households, including 28.5% couples with children, 39.0% couples without children, and 3.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.2%, with lone person households at 25.6% and group households comprising 2.4%. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

North Coogee performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 36.4% among residents aged 15+, exceeding the SA3 area average of 27.4% and Western Australia's state average of 27.9%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 24.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 34.1% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 12.5% while certificates make up 21.6%.

A significant portion of the population, 22.3%, is currently engaged in formal education. This includes 6.2% in secondary education, 5.8% in primary education, and 5.7% pursuing tertiary education. Educational facilities appear to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, with families accessing schools in neighboring areas.

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

North Coogee has 11 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by two distinct routes, together offering 227 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is deemed good, with residents generally situated 327 meters away from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 32 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

North Coogee exhibits superior health outcomes for both youth and elderly populations, with lower prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover stands at approximately 73% (3,522 people), surpassing Greater Perth's 56.4%, and the national average of 55.3%. Common medical conditions include arthritis (7.6%) and mental health issues (6.8%), with 71.4% declaring no medical ailments, slightly lower than Greater Perth's 72.9%.

The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 21.1% (1,023 people), compared to Greater Perth's 14.8%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, mirroring the general population's health profile.

North Coogee was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

North Coogee, as per the census conducted on 28 June 2016, exhibited a higher level of cultural diversity compared to most local areas. Specifically, 15.2% of its residents spoke a language other than English at home, and 36.3% were born overseas. Christianity was identified as the predominant religion in North Coogee, with 53.9% of people affiliating with it.

Notably, Judaism showed an overrepresentation in North Coogee compared to Greater Perth, comprising 0.2% versus 0.1%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (29.3%), Australian (18.5%), and Scottish (9.0%). Some ethnic groups also displayed notable differences: Croatian was overrepresented at 2.9%, Welsh at 0.9%, and Italian at 8.5% compared to their respective regional percentages of 2.3%, 0.6%, and 6.6%.

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

The median age in North Coogee is 46 years, which is notably higher than Greater Perth's average of 37 years and also exceeds the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, the 55-64 age cohort is significantly over-represented in North Coogee at 17.7%, while the 5-14 age group is under-represented at 7.7%. The 55-64 concentration in North Coogee is well above the national average of 11.2%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.2% to 5.5%, and the 65 to 74 cohort increased from 12.3% to 13.4%. Conversely, the 0 to 4 age group has declined from 4.6% to 3.1%, and the 25 to 34 age group dropped from 13.7% to 12.6%. Population forecasts for North Coogee indicate significant demographic changes by 2041. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to increase dramatically, with an addition of 363 people (a 136% rise from 268 to 632). The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 58% of the projected growth. Conversely, the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.