Suburb Property Profile: Coodanup, WA 6210

Suburb Property Profile: Coodanup, WA 6210
iBuildNew Editorial TeamAug 24, 20262 min read

Located approximately 70km south of Perth's CBD, Coodanup sits within the City of Mandurah, bounded by the Serpentine River and the Peel Inlet. The suburb's name likely derives from a Noongar word for the river mouth, and it's grown from a small riverside community into an established residential suburb offering some of the region's most direct access to the water. Buyers are drawn here for affordable, larger blocks close to the river and estuary, within easy reach of Mandurah's city centre. Here's our comprehensive guide to the area.

Location Demographics

The population of Coodanup sits at 4,366 according to the 2021 Census, up 11% from 3,932 in 2016. The median age is 48, skewing toward an older, working-class demographic of long-term residents and retirees, though the area is reportedly seeing an influx of younger professionals more recently. Median household income sits below the state average.

Travel & Infrastructure

Coodanup is a short drive from Mandurah Station, the southern terminus of the Mandurah Line, which runs a roughly 50-minute service into Perth's CBD. Forrest Highway and Pinjarra Road provide the main road routes, and local bus routes connect the suburb directly to Mandurah Station.

Shopping

Coodanup doesn't have a shopping centre of its own. Neighbouring Greenfields has three local shopping precincts for everyday needs, and the newly renovated Mandurah Forum — with over 200 stores, a food court and alfresco dining — sits around 10 minutes away.

Schools & Recreation

Coodanup Community College serves local secondary students, with Dudley Park Primary School also close by. Mandurah Catholic College is a popular nearby private option for families wanting an alternative to the public system.

Local Amenities

Coodanup's biggest drawcard is its waterside setting. Creery Wetlands and the Serpentine River foreshore offer walking trails and birdwatching, while the river and Peel Inlet themselves are popular for fishing, crabbing and kayaking. The Coodanup Foreshore gives residents direct water access on their doorstep, and Peel Health Campus sits nearby for healthcare needs.

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