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South Coogee

NSW 2034 • Greater Sydney

5,611
Population (2021)
$109,460
Median Household Income
1.13 km²
Area
$207/wk
Median Rent
Inner CityMulticulturalFamily-FriendlyAffluentCoastal

About South Coogee

South Coogee is a compact residential suburb in Sydney's eastern suburbs, situated between Coogee and Maroubra about 8 kilometres south-east of the CBD, within the City of Randwick. With a population of approximately 5,611 residents across just 1.1 square kilometres, it is a densely settled, predominantly low-rise area characterised by a mix of federation homes, interwar brick blocks, and modern apartment buildings. The suburb sits at an elevation of around 71 metres and enjoys ocean breezes, with the coastal walk to Coogee Beach accessible within a short stroll.

South Coogee has a diverse and established community with a notably significant Jewish population — one of the highest concentrations in Sydney — alongside residents of English, Irish, Greek, and South African backgrounds. The suburb is popular with families and middle-aged professionals, reflected in a median age of 42 and solid household incomes. Everyday shopping is handled at nearby Coogee and Maroubra village strips, while the coastal clifftop walk, Gordon's Bay, and Randwick Racecourse are local drawcards. The suburb is well served by bus routes into the Sydney CBD and connects easily to the Randwick light rail corridor.

South Coogee falls under postcode 2034 and is governed by Randwick Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coogee electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2034
Urban Area
Randwick
LGA / Council
Randwick
Federal Electorate
Kingsford Smith
State Electorate
Coogee
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.93°, 151.25°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.13 km²
Elevation
71m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in South Coogee for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$4.66M
67 sales · ▲ 15.5% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.38M
12 sales · ▲ 1.3% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$207
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
29.6%

555 state housing + 53 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Randwick Light Rail
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • 350, 353 — Sydney CBD (Central/Railway Square) 30-40 min
  • 370 — Leichhardt / Coogee varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
8 km
By Train
No direct train; change at Randwick Light Rail (~35 min to Town Hall)
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Bus routes 350/353 provide direct CBD access. Light rail at Randwick is the nearest rapid transit option.

Walkability Very Walkable

Good footpaths and local shops within walking distance; coastal walk easily accessible

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Randwick Local Government Area, which contains South Coogee. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
175.7 / 100k
2yr Up 19.8% 10yr Down 4.6%
Motor vehicle theft
159.8 / 100k
2yr Up 47.1% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
325 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
9.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
242.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.4%
View all 62 offence types for Randwick →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,502
Census 2021
5,611
▲ 2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$39,260
Personal Income 2021
$49,816
▲ 26.9% 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
$49,816 / yr
$958/wk
Household
$109,460 / yr
$2105/wk
Family
$188,500 / yr
$3625/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,455
Born Overseas 1,817

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 279
  • 2. South Africa 117
  • 3. China 100
  • 4. Ireland 92
  • 5. New Zealand 80
  • 6. Malaysia 63
  • 7. France 57
  • 8. Greece 48
  • 9. Hong Kong 38
  • 10. United States 36

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,562
Australian 1,312
Irish 773
Chinese 437
Greek 372
Scottish 357
Italian 284
German 171
Russian 148
French 123

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,947
Both parents born in Australia
2,553
Both parents born overseas
738
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.9%
No Religion
31.8%
Judaism
6.3%
Buddhism
1.7%
Islam
0.9%
Hinduism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
297 (5.3%)
5-14 years
816 (14.5%)
15-19 years
366 (6.5%)
20-24 years
304 (5.4%)
25-34 years
537 (9.6%)
35-44 years
703 (12.5%)
45-54 years
875 (15.6%)
55-64 years
714 (12.7%)
65-74 years
529 (9.4%)
75-84 years
340 (6.1%)
85+ years
147 (2.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Coogee close to the beach? +

Yes. South Coogee is a short walk from Coogee Beach and the coastal clifftop path to Gordon's Bay and beyond. The suburb itself does not have a beach, but Coogee Beach is around 10–15 minutes on foot.

What buses serve South Coogee? +

Routes 350 and 353 connect South Coogee to Sydney CBD, taking approximately 30–40 minutes. Route 370 links the area to Leichhardt and Coogee. Buses are the primary public transport option as there is no train station within the suburb.

What is the population of South Coogee? +

South Coogee had a population of 5,611 according to the 2021 Census, with a median age of 42 and an average household size of 2.6 people.

What is the median weekly rent in South Coogee? +

The 2021 Census recorded a median weekly rent of $207 for South Coogee, though current market rents are considerably higher given the suburb's desirable eastern suburbs location.

What LGA is South Coogee in? +

South Coogee is located within the City of Randwick local government area in New South Wales.

What is the average income in South Coogee? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in South Coogee is about $958 per week (around $49,800 per year). The median household income is $2,105 per week and the median family income is $3,625 per week.

What is the median house price in South Coogee? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $4,660,000, up 15.5% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,380,000, up 1.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of South Coogee? +

The median age in South Coogee is 42. The largest age group is 45–54 (875 residents, around 16%). Around 26% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is South Coogee a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. South Coogee is part of the Randwick LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in South Coogee? +

In South Coogee, the median weekly rent is $207, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $4,000 (2021 Census).