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Greater Sydney / Gosford
$844
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
+6.4%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
2,847
People
17 Jul 2026
+1.4%
Growth since 2021
Census
11
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL11056How we calculate this
How figures are calculatedFigures are extracted from the sources listed here at the observation date shown, and displayed unchanged. Rank bars use the profile's score out of 10 where one exists. Missing values are shown as unavailable — never estimated or back-filled.
Suburb (SAL) analysis
This analysis uses Suburb (SAL) boundaries, which can differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when they share the same name. SAL 11056.
2,847
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 2,809 people
2 km²
Land area
1,423.5 /km²
Density
1.8%
Unemployment
7 /yr
Resi approvals
Situated 47 kilometers north-northeast from the Sydney CBD, the suburb of Copacabana in New South Wales, Australia, is a highly desirable coastal destination. Renowned for its golden sands, pristine beaches, and picturesque landscapes, the area attracts visitors seeking leisure, surfing, and outdoor recreation. The local community is welcoming, complemented by boutique shops, local cafes, and dining venues. As of May 2026, the population is estimated at 2,847, showing minimal change from the 2,809 people counted during the 2021 Census. This demographic base is characterized by family households with a high proportion of middle-aged and mature residents. The local population is highly educated, showing a below-average unemployment rate and an above-average median household income. The housing market is defined by a strong representation of detached houses, alongside a notable real estate employment base. Nationally, there are favorable industry employment forecasts for the area's workforce profile. While population growth shows limited expansion, a significant volume of infrastructure and major projects spending is planned for the region, which is expected to support future performance and demand in the suburb of Copacabana.
Estimated residents are up from 2,809 at the 2021 Census — a change of 38 people, or 1.4%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Copacabana, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 77th percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 7.0% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Below-average amenity provision
Copacabana ranks in the 11th percentile nationally for amenities (score 1.1/10).
Thin local amenity can cap price premiums relative to better-serviced neighbouring suburbs.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Copacabana. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
The level of residential development activity in Copacabana is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by Districts
Detail
Districts assessment of ABS building approvals shows the suburb of Copacabana averaged approximately 7 new home approvals annually, with a total of 39 homes approved over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 3 approvals have been logged. As the population has trended downwards recently, this volume of building activity is relatively balanced, which benefits buyers, and new builds average $1,064,000 in value, pointing to developers focusing on high-end, premium residences. Furthermore, commercial approvals amounting to $867,000 were logged this financial year, emphasizing that the locality is primarily residential.
Copacabana registers roughly three-quarters of the per-capita residential construction volume of Greater Sydney, ranking in the 17th percentile of spots analysed nationwide, which restricts options for buyers and underpins demand for established properties. This rate is also below the nationwide norm, highlighting the established profile of the locality and pointing to possible zoning restrictions. Recent building approvals consist of 50.0% detached houses and 50.0% townhouses or apartments. This even split toward denser housing styles provides lower price points and caters to downsizers, investors, and those purchasing a first home. This marks a major shift from the present dwelling profile (where houses constitute 94.0%), reflecting a scarcity of development sites as well as adapting to evolving lifestyle choices and budget constraints. With 939 people per approved dwelling, the suburb of Copacabana displays the features of a fully developed, mature locality.
With demographic forecasts pointing to flat or contracting numbers, the suburb of Copacabana could see reduced pressure on housing, creating positive conditions for buyers.
Districts' assessment of the Central Coast (NSW) LGA register has identified 27 substantial retail development applications lodged in Copacabana over the past 5 years (27 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 5 were approved (19%, or 100% of those decided) while 7 are under assessment.
27 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 5 | 32,923 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 3 | 31,721 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 4/51.4% | 11,042/41.8% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 4/48.6% | 15,378/58.2% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 7 | 34,917 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 39 | 174,585 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 1.1 | 5.4 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 2.8 | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 3.8 | 3.2 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | -0.6 | 2 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 938 | 190 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 1,064 | 362 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 867 | 20,118,298 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 10 | 91 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Copacabana has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally
Detail
Local infrastructure projects, major construction, and urban planning changes are key drivers of regional performance. No projects have been identified by Districts that are expected to directly impact the immediate area. Major regional initiatives include the Gosford Private Hospital redevelopment, Newcastle-Sydney and Wollongong-Sydney Rail Line Upgrades, the Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, and the Sydney Metro Program, with details provided on those of relevance.
Retail
ApprovedApproved expansion and refurbishment of Green Point Shopping Village including additional retail tenancies, upgraded public amenities, improved parking and site improvements. No evidence of construction commencement was identified from official sources as of July 2026.
Sports & Recreation
PlanningCentral Coast Council is delivering major sports and community recreation upgrades at Frost Reserve in Kincumber. The project includes a modern 750sqm regional skate park, a new 370sqm sports amenities building with accessible changerooms, canteen, and storage, upgraded car parking facilities, and enhanced sports field lighting.
Residential Development
Under AssessmentFour-storey mixed-use shop-top housing proposal comprising ground-floor retail (5 premises), 10 residential apartments over three levels, basement parking (~19 spaces) and a communal rooftop terrace at the western gateway to Terrigal village. DA lodged for 12 and 12A Kurrawyba Avenue and currently under assessment by Central Coast Council.
Residential Development
Under AssessmentFour-storey shop-top housing development opposite Terrigal Beach with 12 apartments above ground-floor retail (approx. 364 sqm), basement parking for 28 vehicles, and demolition of existing two-storey retail strip at the corner of Campbell Crescent.
Source for 92-98 Terrigal Esplanade Shop-top Housing (Mixed Use) (opens in new tab)
Sports & Recreation
ConstructionMajor upgrade to Wamberal Community Park including new playground equipment, improved sports facilities, additional parking, and enhanced landscaping. The project aims to provide better recreational facilities for the growing local community.
Source for Wamberal Community Park Upgrade (opens in new tab)
8 projects tracked around Copacabana (NSW), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 586m² land
Listed 12 Jan 2026
$1,574,950
House · 3 bed · 911m² land
Listed 22 Jan 2026
Price not recorded
House · 10 bed · 550m² land
Listed 22 July 2026
Price not recorded
House · 3 bed
Listed 13 Apr 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 774m² land
Listed 13 May 2026
$1,390,000
House · 3 bed · 708m² land
Listed 14 May 2026
$2,150,000
House · 4 bed · 536m² land
Listed 15 June 2026
Price not recorded
House · 6 bed · 575m² land
Listed 30 July 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 562m² land
Listed 22 July 2026
Price not recorded
House · 4 bed · 561m² land
Listed 21 July 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 4 bed · 556m² land
Listed 8 Nov 2025
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 16 in 2026 · 218 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Copacabana with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copacabana | — | 2,847 | — | — | — |
| Avoca Beach | 1.8 km | 4,765 | — | — | — |
| North Avoca | 3.5 km | 2,365 | — | — | — |
| Kincumber | 4.3 km | 7,382 | — | — | — |
| Bensville | 4.5 km | 2,545 | — | — | — |
| Terrigal | 5.0 km | 13,348 | — | — | — |
| Empire Bay | 6.5 km | 2,418 | — | — | — |
| Davistown | 6.6 km | 2,658 | — | — | — |
| Erina | 6.8 km | 5,124 | — | — | — |
| Wamberal | 7.2 km | 7,117 | — | — | — |
| Green Point (Central Coast - NSW) | 7.2 km | 6,919 | — | — | — |
| Saratoga | 7.7 km | 4,096 | — | — | — |
| Springfield (Central Coast - NSW) | 8.7 km | 4,607 | — | — | — |
| Forresters Beach | 9.2 km | 3,432 | — | — | — |
| East Gosford | 9.4 km | 4,943 | — | — | — |
| Blackwall (NSW) | 9.7 km | 1,960 | — | — | — |
| Ettalong Beach | 9.8 km | 5,569 | — | — | — |
| Point Frederick | 10.0 km | 2,336 | — | — | — |
| Woy Woy | 10.5 km | 11,308 | — | — | — |
| North Gosford | 11.0 km | 4,514 | — | — | — |
| Gosford | 11.0 km | 5,172 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Well-educated local population
Below-average unemployment rate
High industry employment forecasts
Above-average median household income
Strong detached house representation
Notable real estate employment base
Development approval activity in recent years well below historic averages
One of the lowest unemployment rates in the country
Population Growth
2.0
Density
5.9
Development Activity
1.0
Employment Drivers
9.5
Infrastructure Drivers
7.7
Education
8.5
Amenities
1.1
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Copacabana is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on Districts' assessment of recent, and medium term trends
Detail
According to evaluations of ABS demographics for the region and address monitoring by Districts post-Census, the population of the suburb of Copacabana is approximately 2,847 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 38 people (1.4%) since the 2021 Census, when the count stood at 2,809 people. The update is derived from a resident figure of 2,817 calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS ERP data and 1 validated new addresses confirmed after the Census. The density stands at 1,423 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical level of national locations monitored by Districts. This 1.4% Census-to-date expansion is within 1.2 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (2.6%), showing solid expansion. The gains were mostly driven by overseas migration, which made up approximately 64.0% of the overall population rise in recent times.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
The exceptional employment performance in Copacabana places it among Australia's strongest labour markets
Detail
The suburb of Copacabana has a highly educated workforce with a strong presence in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of only 1.8% and an estimated 3.0% expansion in employment over the prior year, based on Districts regional data. Work opportunities were held by 1,572 residents as of March 2026, with unemployment sitting 2.3% lower than the Greater Sydney mark of 4.1%, while workforce participation matches the Greater Sydney level of 69.1%. Census records show a high proportion of residents (40.1%) working from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.
Health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training stand as the primary employment sectors for residents. The suburb of Copacabana has a distinct concentration in construction, with its employment share reaching times the wider regional benchmark. Conversely, the professional & technical sector accounts for only of the local workforce, which is lower than the Greater Sydney average of . The heavily residential character of the area suggests limited local employment, as indicated by comparing the census working population with the resident count.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by Districts
Detail
According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Copacabana have a median income of $55,915 and an average income of $82,741. This represents a very high level nationally, compared to a median of $60,817 and an average of $83,003 in Greater Sydney. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated current earnings would be around $61,685 for the median and $91,280 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Copacabana sit around the 70th percentile nationwide. The earnings profile is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which contains 31.8% of residents (905 people), matching the surrounding region where are in this bracket. The area exhibits high affluence with of households earning more than weekly, which supports upmarket retail and services. Housing expenses take up of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income in the th percentile, and the SEIFA income index ranks the area in the th decile.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Copacabana is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Detail
Housing types in the suburb of Copacabana at the time of the latest Census consisted of 94.5% houses and 5.5% other options (such as semi-detached homes, units, or alternative dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other options. Home ownership levels in the suburb of Copacabana were significantly higher than the Sydney metro rate, standing at 35.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (41.7%) or rented (23.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment was lower than the Sydney metro average at $2,300, while the median weekly rent was $510, compared to Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in the suburb of Copacabana are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Copacabana features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Detail
Families make up the vast majority of households at 80.2%, consisting of couples with children (37.4%), couples without children (28.6%), and single-parent homes (13.1%). The remaining 19.8% are non-family households, with single-person homes making up 16.9% and group households accounting for 3.4%. The median household size of 2.8 people is slightly larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Copacabana shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators
Detail
Educational qualifications in the suburb of Copacabana are higher than regional averages, with 33.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 20.8% in the SA4 region and 25.7% in the SA3 area. This strong educational profile positions the community well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.9%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 37.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (13.0%) and certificates (24.9%).
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
4.0km · score 7
Child Care
1.6km · score 14
GP
2.5km · score 19
Government Services
12km · score 9
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Public transport services in the suburb of Copacabana include 18 active stops, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 19 distinct routes, delivering 285 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 235 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles being the main mode of travel at 94%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.7 cars, which is higher than the regional average. A high portion of residents (40.1%) work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements).
Service frequency averages 40 runs per day across the network, translating to roughly weekly trips per stop.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Copacabana's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups
Detail
Health metrics reflect positive outcomes throughout the suburb of Copacabana, based on Districts analysis of mortality and chronic disease rates, which shows low rates of typical medical conditions across all age bands, alongside a high level of private health insurance covering approximately 60% of the population (1,696 people).
Asthma and mental health issues were the most frequently reported conditions, affecting 7.4 and 6.8% of the population, respectively, while 73.0% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. The working-age cohort is healthy with a low rate of chronic disease. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.8% of the local population ( people), which is higher than the Greater Sydney figure of . Senior health outcomes are strong, with national rankings aligning with the broader population trends.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Copacabana ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The suburb of Copacabana has lower cultural diversity indicators compared to average locations, with 81.7% of the population born in Australia, 92.4% holding citizenship, and 93.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religion, followed by 47.5% of residents. The most notable statistical variance is in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.7% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of parent country of birth, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Copacabana are English at 30.8% (well above the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 28.7% (well above the regional average of ), and Irish at . Other ancestral backgrounds show distinct concentrations, with Welsh representing of the population (compared to regionally), French at (compared to ), and South Australian at (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Copacabana hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average
Detail
The median age of 43 in the suburb of Copacabana is older than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38. The demographics show a high concentration of residents in the 55 - 64 age bracket (16.4%), whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller (4.9%) than the Greater Sydney average. The proportion of 55 - 64 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 11.2%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age range has increased from 12.3% to 14.4% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 4.2% to 5.9%. Meanwhile, the 25 to age bracket declined from to . Looking toward forecasts suggest shifting demographics. The + cohort is expected to rise by people () from to . The combined + age groups will account for of the overall population growth, showing an aging trend, while the to and to groups are projected to contract.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
No child care services were found for children under 5 in Copacabana, though ample out of school hours care options exist for school age children.
Detail
Copacabana currently has an estimated 136 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 85 children aged 0-2 and 56 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 121 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 323. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.9 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.
3.7
Income
6.6
Age
7.2
Household Composition
7.9
Housing
4.0
Cultural Diversity
3.3
Health
8.7
Housing Cost
8.3
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Sales Activity
3.7
ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied to SA2 areas. In instances where SA2 figures are missing, NSW Government SA2 projections from 2022 with a 2021 baseline are substituted. Age-specific growth rates from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these demographic patterns, the suburb of Copacabana is expected to track in the lower quartile of areas studied by Districts, with a projected rise of 25 persons by 2041 using regional SA2 projections, translating to a total decline of 0.2% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 2,847 | 5,672,907 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 1.4% | 8.4% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 2,809 | 5,231,147 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 36.0% | 19.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 64.0% | 81.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | -0.2% | 22.9% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 1,423 | 458 | 3 |
Based on Districts tracking of SALM and ABS data for the broader region, the year ending March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 3.0% and the labour force expand by 3.1%, keeping unemployment levels steady. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 1.9% and the labour force grow by 1.9%, while unemployment decreased slightly. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts from May-25 offer additional perspectives on future labor demand. These projections, looking ahead five and ten years, have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary widely by industry. Projecting these industry rates onto the local workforce mix suggests employment for residents of the suburb of Copacabana should grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted calculation for demonstration and does not incorporate local demographic forecasts).
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 1,572 | 3,082,656 | 14,651,372 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 17.0% | 14.1% | 15.2% |
| –Construction | 12.6% | 8.6% | 9.3% |
| –Education & Training | 12.5% | 8.9% | 9.2% |
| Labour Force | 1,601 | 3,215,386 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 69.0% | 69.1% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 40.1% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 1.8% | 4.1% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 3.0% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 7.0% | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 95 | 79 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 61,685 | 67,093 | 63,034 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 91,280 | 91,569 | 81,013 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 55,915 | 60,817 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 82,741 | 83,003 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 2,143 | 2,077 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 39 (3.9%) | 121,103 (6.1%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 109 (10.9%) | 254,117 (12.8%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 188 (18.7%) | 359,337 (18.1%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 319 (31.8%) | 613,454 (30.9%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 139 (13.8%) | 246,176 (12.4%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 210 (20.9%) | 389,116 (19.6%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 2,403 | 2,374 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 20 (2.5%) | 51,836 (3.6%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 54 (6.7%) | 125,269 (8.7%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 145 (18.0%) | 247,659 (17.2%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 267 (33.2%) | 480,919 (33.4%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 134 (16.6%) | 210,222 (14.6%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 185 (23.0%) | 323,973 (22.5%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 893 | 881 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 708 (24.9%) | 1,483,335 (26.1%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 617 (21.7%) | 1,166,286 (20.6%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 657 (23.1%) | 1,398,411 (24.7%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 631 (22.2%) | 1,194,594 (21.1%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 63 (2.2%) | 141,540 (2.5%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 171 (6.0%) | 288,741 (5.1%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 14.8% | 18.9% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 34.7% | 32.0% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 7,817 | 7,412 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 8.1 | 6.8 | 5.6 |
Copacabana at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$844/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
+6.4%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 6.4% year on year to $844/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $510/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 992 | 1,828,858 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 35.2% | 28.7% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 41.7% | 34.4% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 23.1% | 37.0% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 94.5% | 55.9% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 2.4% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 2.6% | 30.8% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 2,300 | 2,427 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 510 | 470 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 0.0% | 5.3% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 15.2% | 16.1% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 64.5% | 59.2% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 19.0% | 14.9% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 1.4% | 4.5% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,469 | 1,588 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 24.8% | 27.0% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 23.8% | 22.6% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 1,004 | 1,983,303 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 2.8 | 2.7 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 991 | 1,828,859 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 16.9% | 23.2% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 3.4% | 4.2% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 80.2% | 72.6% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 37.4% | 36.0% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 28.6% | 24.4% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 13.1% | 10.9% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.7 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 51.3% | 48.3% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 31.2% | 36.4% | 36.5% |
School enrollment is quite high, with 30.8% of the population participating in formal study. This includes 10.3% of residents in primary school, 9.1% in high school, and 5.0% in higher education.
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 33.1% | 38.0% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 22.9% | 24.9% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 6.9% | 10.7% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 13.0% | 11.0% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 24.9% | 16.8% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 29.0% | 34.2% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 1,733 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 262 | 832,137 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 1,069 | 1,049 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 85 | 85 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Copacabana Public School | Primary | 262 | 1069 | 0.40 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
3.4km · score 11
Hospital
11km · score 15
Shopping Centre
7.3km · score 7
Banks
6.2km · score 8
Pharmacy
2.6km · score 20
Fitness Centre
5.6km · score 7
Schools
2.2km · score 17
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 18 | 36,898 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 19 | 4,764 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 285 | 379,269 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 116 | 85 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 235 | 162 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 156 | 153 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 9.9 | 14.9 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 148 | 1,184 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 37 | 97 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.7 | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 40.1% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 58.8% | 52.3% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 94.0% | 75.8% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 2.9% | 11.1% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 0.8% | 5.0% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 1.4% | 4.7% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 59.6% | 59.9% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 3.0% | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 73.0% | 74.6% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 20.1% | 18.0% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 5.4% | 5.0% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 1.5% | 2.4% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 6.6% | 6.3% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 7.4% | 6.4% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 2.8% | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 2.8% | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.2% | 3.2% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 6.8% | 6.2% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 7.0% | 6.9% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 18.3% | 40.5% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 81.7% | 59.5% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 92.4% | 80.8% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 93.9% | 60.5% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 6.1% | 39.5% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | English | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 1.0% | 4.1% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 47.5% | 49.2% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 0.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 0.2% | 6.8% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 50.0% | 32.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Copacabana | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 43 | 37 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 55 to 64 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 18.3% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 62.7% | 67.1% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 19.8% | 15.5% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 26.0% | 21.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 61.0% | 49.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Copacabana currently has no childcare facilities operating within its bounds. Projected population decline of 11.0% in the under 5 age group between now and 2041 suggests a reduction in demand for childcare services. Other factors relevant to demand worth noting are high female labour force participation of 64.5%, as well as strong employment performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 9.2 per 100 residents with 262 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. A lower-than-typical rate which suggests pressure might be taken off local services somewhat by school hubs in nearby areas. Rather unsurprisingly, out of school hours child care - serving school age children - was found to be much more abundant than other service types in the area. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being longer than typical nationally. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
4 school catchments intersect Copacabana (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 1,099 children aged under 5 reside, served by 681 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 1.6 children per place, with significant variance in this ratio. Meanwhile, the discrepancy in this ratio between Copacabana and the intersecting school catchments highlights the need for a catchment based approach for specific site assessments.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts