Cooloongup

WA 6168 • Greater Perth

6,696
Population (2021)
$30,992
Median Income
11.89 km²
Area
4m
Elevation

About Cooloongup

Cooloongup is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in Western Australia, located within the Rockingham (City) area. With a population of 6,696 and a median income of $30,992, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 11.89 km² at an elevation of 4m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Perth.

Within Greater Perth, the suburb benefits from Western Australia's sunny climate and outdoor lifestyle. Local facilities, parks, and beaches are accessible, making it attractive for active residents. Cooloongup provides a quality living environment with a distinctly West Australian character.

Cooloongup falls under postcode 6168 and is governed by Rockingham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Baldivis electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6168
Urban Area
Rockingham - Central Coast
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.29°, 115.77°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
11.89 km²
Elevation
4m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,313
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,739
Census 2021
6,696
0.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,312
Income 2021
$30,992
17.8% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,253
Born Overseas 1,979

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 708
  • 2. New Zealand 357
  • 3. Philippines 106
  • 4. Scotland 100
  • 5. South Africa 65
  • 6. Germany 41
  • 7. India 41
  • 8. Ireland 34
  • 9. Thailand 32
  • 10. Netherlands 29
  • 11. Wales 29
  • 12. United States 24
  • 13. China 19
  • 14. Indonesia 18
  • 15. Malaysia 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,999
Australian 2,238
Scottish 692
Irish 544
Australian Aboriginal 298
Maori 222
German 218
Italian 167
Filipino 131
Dutch 127

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,744
Both parents born in Australia
2,499
Both parents born overseas
922
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.0%
Christianity
37.1%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.9%
Hinduism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
360 (5.4%)
5-14 years
801 (12.0%)
15-19 years
379 (5.7%)
20-24 years
360 (5.4%)
25-34 years
856 (12.8%)
35-44 years
733 (10.9%)
45-54 years
844 (12.6%)
55-64 years
972 (14.5%)
65-74 years
792 (11.8%)
75-84 years
426 (6.4%)
85+ years
164 (2.4%)

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