Coodanup (WA)

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Based on scrutiny of ABS demographic adjustments for the wider region, alongside updated address points confirmed by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Coodanup has a projected residency of approximately 5,190 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 824 individuals (18.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered a occupancy of 4,366 individuals. The shift is calculated from a local population of 5,091, estimated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP figures (June 2025) plus an extra 376 validated new addresses since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,099 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical values observed across Districts surveyed sites. The 18.9% expansion rate in the suburb of Coodanup since the 2021 census outpaced the nationwide rate (9.3%), as well as state figures, positioning the locality as a regional growth frontrunner. Net gains in residency were mostly stimulated by relocations from other states, accounting for roughly 76.0% of the aggregate demographic increase lately.

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A mixture of white and blue collar jobs characterizes the local workforce, with industrial and manufacturing fields heavily represented, alongside an unemployment rate of 8.3% and a 6.5% rise in jobs over the past year using aggregated statistical unit records. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,727, while the local jobless rate sits 4.1% higher than the Greater Perth metric of 4.2%, showing potential for labor market gains. Participation in the workforce is notably low at 43.7%, compared with the 70.2% recorded across Greater Perth. Census responses indicate that a minor 6.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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Postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year show that taxpayers in the suburb of Coodanup recorded a median income of $40,387 and an average income of $56,953. These figures sit below the national benchmarks and compare to metropolitan medians and averages of $60,748 and $80,248 across Greater Perth. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $44,801 and an average of $63,178 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed the area's household, family, and personal incomes between the 0th and 2nd percentiles nationwide. Income distribution figures show that 37.0% of the population, or 1,920 taxpayers, earn between $400 - 799 weekly, whereas the metropolitan leader is the - range at . Tight household finances are common, with of local households living on weekly incomes under . Financial stress related to housing is high, with residents retaining only of their income, which sits at the nd percentile.

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Residential architecture in the suburb of Coodanup at the time of the last Census consisted of 86.4% separate houses and 13.7% alternative housing options, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, compared to Perth metro proportions of 77.8% and 22.1%. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Coodanup stood above metropolitan averages at 31.8%, while mortgaged homes accounted for 30.5% and rental properties made up 37.7% of local dwellings. The typical monthly mortgage cost was $1,300, which is lower than the Perth metro median of $1,907, while weekly rent was recorded at $240 compared to a metropolitan median of $350. Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Coodanup are well below the Australian median of $1,863, and typical rents are also lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up 61.1% of all local households, with couples without children representing 27.5%, couples with children at 18.0%, and single parent households at 14.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 38.9%, with lone person households representing 36.4% and group living situations at 2.5%. The average household size of 2.2 residents sits below the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Local education statistics indicate room for development, with university graduation rates at 9.2%, which is low compared to the Australian benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a potential avenue for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are held by 6.2% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational skills are common, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding practical credentials, including advanced diplomas at 8.7% and certificates at 30.9%.

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Public transport services in the suburb of Coodanup include 29 active bus stops. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes that run a combined 319 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 245 meters from their nearest transit stop. The area functions primarily as a commuter suburb, with 85% of workers driving to work and 7% using the train. Vehicle ownership sits at 1.1 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A minor 6.2% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.

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Health outcomes in the suburb of Coodanup present notable difficulties, based on Districts analysis of local death rates and chronic illness rates across multiple age cohorts, with the rate of private health insurance coverage sitting low at approximately 50% of the community, or roughly 2,585 individuals. This is lower than the 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth and the national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity in the suburb of Coodanup is comparable to the metropolitan average, with citizens making up 85.3% of the community, 75.5% born in Australia, and 93.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 47.0% of the population. The most visible statistical difference is in the Other category, which represents 0.7% of residents, compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

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A median age of 48 years means the suburb of Coodanup is older than the Greater Perth average of 37 and the national median of 38 years. Demographic data shows a high concentration of residents in the 75 - 84 age bracket at 12.9%, while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 8.6% compared to metropolitan averages. The proportion of residents aged 75 - 84 is higher than the national average of 6.1%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 10.6% to 12.9% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group rose from 10.6% to 12.1%. Conversely, the 5 to cohort declined from to , and the to group dropped from to . Long-range projections for point to significant changes in local age structures, with the to group projected to grow by , adding residents to reach a total of . Seniors aged and over will drive of local growth, reinforcing aging trends, while the to and to groups are projected to contract.

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Coodanup currently has an estimated 243 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 125 children aged 0-2 and 83 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 16% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 229 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 384. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 8.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.