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Koondoola

WA 6064 • Greater Perth

3,919
Population (2021)
$61,620
Median Household Income
3.52 km²
Area
$285/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalAffordableSuburbanDiverse

About Koondoola

Koondoola is a culturally diverse suburb in Perth's northern corridor, approximately 17 kilometres north of the Perth CBD within the City of Wanneroo. With a population of 3,919 and a median age of 35, the suburb is one of Perth's most multicultural communities — more than half of residents were born overseas, with large populations from Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, and Afghanistan arriving in recent decades. Median household income of $1,185 per week and affordable rents of $285 per week place Koondoola among Perth's more accessible suburbs for new arrivals and lower-income households.

The suburb features a mix of post-war and mid-century housing stock and is served by local parks, schools, and nearby shopping at Mirrabooka Square shopping centre. Public transport connections include Transperth bus services linking the suburb to the Joondalup Line, with Greenwood and Whitfords stations offering rail access to the Perth CBD. Koondoola's diverse, tight-knit communities and affordable housing make it an important first-home and settlement suburb within Perth's northern corridor, with social housing representing approximately 11.5 per cent of total dwellings.

Koondoola falls under postcode 6064 and is governed by Wanneroo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Girrawheen electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6064
Urban Area
Wanneroo - North-East
LGA / Council
Wanneroo
Federal Electorate
Cowan
State Electorate
Girrawheen
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.84°, 115.87°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
3.52 km²
Elevation
83m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$285
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,387
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
11.5%

135 state housing + 15 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Greenwood Station
4 km
N/A (bus connection)
Whitfords Station
5 km
N/A (bus connection)

Bus Services

  • Transperth bus services — Greenwood Station / Mirrabooka 10-20 min to station

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
Approx. 40-50 min total (bus to Greenwood Station, then Joondalup Line to Perth)
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Near Mirrabooka Avenue and Reid Highway for road access; no direct rail within suburb

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most daily errands require a car; local parks and bus stops are walkable but shopping and services generally need a vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,055
Census 2021
3,919
▼ 3.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$23,036
Personal Income 2021
$25,116
▲ 9.0% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$25,116 / yr
$483/wk
Household
$61,620 / yr
$1185/wk
Family
$67,184 / yr
$1292/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,778
Born Overseas 1,864

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Myanmar 330
  • 2. Vietnam 265
  • 3. England 131
  • 4. Thailand 104
  • 5. Afghanistan 82
  • 6. India 79
  • 7. New Zealand 73
  • 8. Malaysia 49
  • 9. Pakistan 45
  • 10. Iraq 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 880
Australian 685
Vietnamese 311
Australian Aboriginal 199
Scottish 179
Irish 174
Chinese 91
Italian 89
Indian 80
Serbian 70

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

903
Both parents born in Australia
2,427
Both parents born overseas
300
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
42.8%
No Religion
27.8%
Islam
11.1%
Buddhism
7.9%
Hinduism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
256 (6.5%)
5-14 years
554 (14.1%)
15-19 years
271 (6.9%)
20-24 years
337 (8.6%)
25-34 years
500 (12.8%)
35-44 years
517 (13.2%)
45-54 years
477 (12.2%)
55-64 years
392 (10.0%)
65-74 years
365 (9.3%)
75-84 years
190 (4.8%)
85+ years
47 (1.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Koondoola known for? +

Koondoola is a diverse residential suburb in Perth's northern corridor known for its affordable housing and multicultural community character in the City of Wanneroo.

How far is Koondoola from Perth CBD? +

Koondoola is approximately 20 kilometres north of Perth CBD. Warwick station on the Joondalup Line (approximately 5 km) provides train access.

Does Koondoola have public transport? +

Koondoola is served by bus routes connecting to Warwick and Greenwood stations on the Joondalup Line, providing train services to Perth CBD.

What is the population of Koondoola? +

According to the 2021 Census, Koondoola has a population of approximately 3,919 residents, a diverse suburb in Perth's northern corridor.

Is Koondoola a good place to live? +

Koondoola offers affordable northern Perth housing with bus connections to the Joondalup Line, local parks, and a diverse community character. It suits first-home buyers seeking value in Perth's north.

What is the postcode for Koondoola? +

The postcode for Koondoola is 6064.

What is the average income in Koondoola? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Koondoola is about $483 per week (around $25,100 per year). The median household income is $1,185 per week and the median family income is $1,292 per week.

What is the age profile of Koondoola? +

The median age in Koondoola is 35. The largest age group is 5–14 (554 residents, around 14%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Koondoola? +

In Koondoola, the median weekly rent is $285, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,387 (2021 Census).