17 min drive to Fremantle + 5 min transfer + 35 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
47 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$2182/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
3.8%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
87%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
7.6%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.6
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Coogee
Full-time 30.3%Part-time 19.3%Unemployed 2.1%Not in labour 48.3%
Dwelling Types
Coogee
House 86.1%Semi-detached 2.9%Other 10.6%
Commute Mode
Coogee
Car 87.0%Transit 2.9%Walk 0.7%WFH 9.2%
Country of Birth
Australia
65.0%
England
8.7%
New Zealand
2.0%
South Africa
1.2%
India
0.5%
Language at Home
English only
82.1%
Italian
2.3%
Mandarin
0.3%
Cantonese
0.2%
Spanish
0.1%
Frequently Asked Questions about Coogee
Is Coogee safe?
Coogee has a safety score of 58/100, which is around average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Crime is split fairly evenly between property and violent offences. Crime has been trending up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Lake Coogee (88/100), Spearwood (28/100), North Coogee (45/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Coogee?
Median weekly rent in Coogee is $890/wk, putting it on the pricier side for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Lake Coogee ($800/wk), Spearwood ($700/wk), North Coogee ($1300/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Coogee?
Coogee has a school rating of 59/100 across 1 schools, which is around average for Perth. The highest-rated school is Coogee Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Coogee from Perth CBD?
Coogee is 37 minutes by car, or 85 minutes by public transport, or 57 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Coogee affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Coogee is $1.5M, up 6.7% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $465K. For renters, median weekly rent is $890/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Lake Coogee ($1.2M), Spearwood ($943K), North Coogee ($2.1M). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/coogee
🏖️ Beach Lifestyle🌿 Nature & Outdoors🚗 Car Dependent⚽ Sports & Recreation👨👩👧 Family Friendly
Coogee is known as one of Perth's most loved coastal spots south of the river, prized for its beach, the famous Omeo wreck snorkel trail, and a relaxed family atmosphere. Locals describe it as beautiful but underinvested: the beach and foreshore are seen as having unrealised potential compared to more developed Perth beaches. People say it's car-dependent and pricey, especially North Coogee, but the outdoor lifestyle and community feel keep residents loyal.
Buyers can expect a median price of $1.52M and rent of $890/week, 49% above the Perth metro median. The CBD is a 37-minute drive away (85 min by transit), and most residents drive (72%). At 58/100, the crime score is 6 points above Perth's metro average of 52. There are 1 school nearby, rated 59/100 overall and above average. Residents have a median age of 47 and household income of $2,182/week.
“North Coogee is out because rents are through the roof there.”— 18 upvotes in community discussion