7 min drive to Rockingham + 5 min transfer + 44 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
42 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1207/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
10.4%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
70%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
3.8%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.4
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Cooloongup
Full-time 23.6%Part-time 13.8%Unemployed 4.7%Not in labour 57.9%
Dwelling Types
Cooloongup
House 91.5%Semi-detached 7.7%Flat/Unit 0.7%
Commute Mode
Cooloongup
Car 86.9%Transit 6.0%Walk 2.0%WFH 4.8%
Country of Birth
Australia
63.5%
England
10.6%
New Zealand
5.3%
Philippines
1.6%
South Africa
1.0%
Language at Home
English only
90.3%
Spanish
0.2%
Mandarin
0.2%
Vietnamese
0.2%
Hindi
0.2%
Frequently Asked Questions about Cooloongup
Is Cooloongup safe?
Cooloongup has a safety score of 28/100, which is below average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Violent crime rates are higher than property crime, which is unusual for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Hillman (44/100), Waikiki (44/100), Rockingham (WA) (11/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Cooloongup?
Median weekly rent in Cooloongup is $590/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Hillman ($580/wk), Waikiki ($620/wk), Rockingham (WA) ($630/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Cooloongup?
Cooloongup has a school rating of 15/100 across 2 schools, which is well below average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Cooloongup Primary School (Primary), East Waikiki Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Cooloongup from Perth CBD?
Cooloongup is 45 minutes by car, or 68 minutes by public transport, or 56 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Cooloongup affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Cooloongup is $722K, up 17.6% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $528K. For renters, median weekly rent is $590/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Hillman ($676K), Waikiki ($785K), Rockingham (WA) ($826K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/cooloongup
💰 Affordable⚠️ Safety Concern🚗 Car Dependent🌳 Established🌿 Nature & Outdoors
Cooloongup is an affordable, established suburb in the Rockingham area that often gets talked down despite its practical appeal. A beloved local IGA anchors community life, while Lake Cooloongup offers accessible nature including rare native wildlife. Safety concerns, break-ins, youth crime, and periodic dog baiting incidents, are recurring topics, though low prices and solid rental yields keep attracting budget-conscious families and investors.
The typical house sells for around $722k and rent of $590/week, placing it 29% below the Perth metro median. Getting to the CBD takes a 45-minute drive or 68 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (68%). With a safety score of 28/100, the area is 24 points below the metro average of 52. The area's 2 schools hold a combined rating of 15/100, below the Perth average. The median age is 42, with households earning $1,207/week.
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