Coolbellup
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Coolbellup, WA 6163.
About Coolbellup
Welcome to Coolbellup
Coolbellup sits around 15 kilometres south-west of the Perth CBD, tucked between the retail strips of Hamilton Hill and Spearwood and the wetlands of North Lake. It's a suburb built largely in the postwar decades, and that history still shows in its wide, leafy streets and generous blocks, many of which back onto bushland reserves rather than other backyards.
These days Coolbellup suits families, first-home buyers and anyone who wants space and greenery within easy reach of Fremantle and the coast, without paying inner-city prices. With a median age of 37 and a population of 5,698, it's a settled, community-minded pocket of Perth's southern suburbs rather than a transient rental market.
Lifestyle & dining
Coolbellup's own commercial offering is modest, but that's part of the appeal — daily life here tends to spill into neighbouring Hamilton Hill and Spearwood, both a short drive away, for cafes, takeaway and casual dining. Fremantle's restaurants, bars and markets are close enough for a regular outing rather than a special occasion, giving residents the best of both a quiet residential base and a lively city fringe nearby.
Parks & recreation
This is a genuinely green suburb. Coolbellup Lake and the surrounding reserve are the local drawcard, offering walking paths, birdlife and picnic space, while North Lake and its wetlands sit just over the boundary. Between the two, residents have a substantial amount of natural bushland on their doorstep, which is unusual for a suburb this close to the city and a big part of why families are drawn here.
Schools & families
Coolbellup Community School serves the suburb directly and is a focal point for local families, with a range of other primary and secondary options available in neighbouring Hilton, Hamilton Hill and Spearwood. The suburb's block sizes and quiet streets make it a popular choice for households with children who want backyard space, and the age profile reflects that family-oriented character.
Getting around
Coolbellup is well served by road, with easy access to Stock Road and Winterfold Road connecting through to Fremantle, Cockburn and the Kwinana Freeway for the run into central Perth. Public transport is bus-based, linking residents to Fremantle and Cockburn Central train stations, from where the rest of the Perth rail network opens up. It's not a suburb built around a single train line, so most households rely on a car for day-to-day movement, though the freeway access keeps the CBD commute reasonable.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock is dominated by freestanding houses, which make up 80% of current listings, many of them original postwar and 1970s-era brick-and-tile homes on larger blocks, alongside a growing number of renovations and rebuilds. Townhouses (6%) and apartments or units (9%) make up a small share of the market, with land listings (5%) reflecting the ongoing appeal of the suburb to buyers wanting to build. It's a suburb where you can still find a workable block at a relatively accessible price point compared with closer-in options.
The property market
Coolbellup's median house price currently sits at $910,000, after growth of 14.2% in recent times — a strong run that reflects renewed buyer interest in Perth's established southern suburbs. Median rent is $700 per week, pointing to solid demand from tenants as well as owner-occupiers. Compared with neighbours like Hilton and Hamilton Hill, Coolbellup offers larger blocks and more bushland outlook, which continues to underpin its appeal to families and investors alike as the wider Cockburn and Fremantle corridor keeps attracting attention.
Market snapshot
Coolbellup property market
Median sale price
$910k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$700
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$742k
Median
$910k
Premium
$1.15m
Days on market
8
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
76
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +14.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Coolbellup by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Coolbellup, WA 6163.
Population
5,698
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$1,378
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,600
per month
Mortgage / income
27%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Coolbellup
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Coolbellup
$1.10m
23 Theseus Way
Sold ~July 2026
$950k
73 Archidamus Road
Sold ~July 2026
$958k
21 Antonio Street
Sold ~July 2026
$999k
14A Perdita Way
Sold ~July 2026
$880k
21A Escalus Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.15m
Address withheld
Sold ~July 2026
$920k
3B Leece Street
Sold ~July 2026
$970k
12 Leontes Way
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Coolbellup suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Coolbellup?
The median house price in Coolbellup, WA is $910k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 14.2%.
How much is rent in Coolbellup?
The median weekly rent in Coolbellup is around $700 per week.
Is Coolbellup a good place to live?
Coolbellup is a suburb in Perth, Western Australia, located 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) south of the central business district within the local government area of the City of Cockburn. Coolbellup is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 5,698 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Coolbellup?
Coolbellup has a population of 5,698 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What schools are in Coolbellup?
There is 1 school in or near Coolbellup, including Coolbellup Community School.
How long do homes take to sell in Coolbellup?
Properties in Coolbellup take around 8 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Coolbellup?
Entry-level properties in Coolbellup start around $742k, while premium homes reach $1.15m.
What suburbs are near Coolbellup?
Suburbs near Coolbellup include Samson, North Lake, Spearwood, Hamilton Hill and Hilton.
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