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Lake Coogee

WA 6166 • Western Australia

4,768
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyCoastal FringeNew EstatesOuter Metro
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About Lake Coogee

Lake Coogee is a relatively new Perth suburb in the City of Cockburn, formally created in 2020 from part of the former Munster area. The 2021 Census population is 4,768, reflecting rapid growth in modern residential estates. It sits inland from Coogee Beach and combines suburban housing with wetland and parkland interfaces. The suburb has a contemporary outer-metro profile with many younger and family households.

Residents use nearby Coogee, Spearwood and Cockburn centres for major shopping, schools and community services, while local parks and reserve areas support recreation. The coastal fringe and nearby Fremantle employment area add lifestyle and work options within short driving distance. Public transport is mainly bus-based, connecting to Fremantle and Cockburn Central rail stations. Lake Coogee attracts families and first-home buyers seeking newer homes near the coast without inner-city prices.

Lake Coogee falls under postcode 6166 and is governed by the Cockburn Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Fremantle, while state elections fall under the Willagee (South Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6166
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cockburn
Federal Electorate
Fremantle
State Electorate
Willagee (South Metropolitan)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.13°, 115.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3.45 km²
Population Density
1,384 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6166

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6166, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$55,373
Median 2023–24
$70,678
▲ 27.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$90,009

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6166; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cockburn Central Station
8.5 km
Not walkable
Fremantle Station
9 km
Not walkable
Murdoch Station
13 km
Not walkable
Aubin Grove Station
12 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • 114 — Elizabeth Quay via Cockburn/South Fremantle corridor 60-85 min
  • 530 — Fremantle Station to Cockburn Central Station 30-45 min
  • 531/548 local connectors — Spearwood / Coogee / Cockburn precincts 15-35 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
23 km
By Train
45-60 min (bus to Mandurah/Fremantle Line + train)
By Bus
60-90 min
By Car (Peak)
35-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Most residents connect by bus to Cockburn Central or Fremantle for rail services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Walking is practical for local parks and some schools, but most shopping and work trips need bus links or a car.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
4,768
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lake Coogee known for? +

Lake Coogee is known for its position near Coogee Beach on the Indian Ocean and the lake foreshore, offering a relaxed coastal lifestyle in Perth's south with access to the emerging Coogee marina precinct.

How far is Lake Coogee from Perth CBD? +

Lake Coogee is approximately 24 kilometres south of Perth CBD. Cockburn Central station on the Mandurah Line (approximately 6 km) provides train access.

Does Lake Coogee have public transport? +

Lake Coogee is served by bus routes connecting to Cockburn Central station on the Mandurah Line, providing fast train services to Perth CBD.

What is the population of Lake Coogee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lake Coogee has a population of approximately 4,768 residents, a growing coastal suburb in the City of Cockburn.

Is Lake Coogee a good place to live? +

Lake Coogee offers coastal southern Perth living with Coogee Beach access, lake foreshore parklands, and Cockburn Central shopping nearby. It suits families seeking affordable coastal lifestyle in Perth's south.

What is the postcode for Lake Coogee? +

The postcode for Lake Coogee is 6166.