Maroubra vs South Coogee
The verdict
Maroubra is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.95M versus $4.49M in South Coogee. South Coogee rates higher for transport (75 vs 59). South Coogee has a shorter estimated CBD commute (36 vs 38 min). On the separate residential safety score, Maroubra rates higher (68 vs 58/100 in South Coogee).
Scores
| Maroubra | South Coogee | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 79 | 87 |
| Transport | 59 | 75 |
| Education | 85 | 85 |
| Liveability | 95 | 100 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Maroubra | South Coogee | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 30,722 | 5,611 |
| Median age | 39 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,141 | $2,105 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 57.3% | 56.2% |
| Born in Australia | 53.5% | 61.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.4 | 2.6 |
Growth: Maroubra Stable · South Coogee Moderate Growth
Property
| Maroubra | South Coogee | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.95M | $4.49M |
| Median unit price | $1.18M | $1.34M |
| House price YoY | -6.2% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,450 | $1,900 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.7% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 37 | 42 |
Median price history
Safety
| Maroubra | South Coogee | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 68 | 58 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 133 | 267 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 150 | 107 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 257 | 374 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 8,242 | 5,614 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Maroubra | South Coogee | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 11 | 1 |
| Government | 3 | 1 |
| Independent | 5 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,082 | 1,100 |
See the full school list on each profile: Maroubra · South Coogee
Transport
| Maroubra | South Coogee | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 75 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 136 | 26 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 38 | 36 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 5.7 km | 4.6 km |
Liveability
| Maroubra | South Coogee | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 3 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 23 | 1 |
| Parks | 25 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 64 | 99 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.3 km | 530 m |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 8.6 km | 7.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 1.3 km | 1.3 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.8 km | 2.1 km |
Population & growth
| Maroubra | South Coogee | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 30,722 | 5,611 |
| Estimated 2025 | 32,121 | 5,716 |
| Projected 2041 | 32,980 | 6,201 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.12% | 0.46% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Maroubra or South Coogee?
Maroubra has the higher residential safety score (Maroubra 68/100 vs South Coogee 58/100).
Which is more affordable, Maroubra or South Coogee?
Maroubra is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.95M versus $4.49M.
Which has better schools, Maroubra or South Coogee?
South Coogee has a higher average school ICSEA (Maroubra 1082 vs South Coogee 1100; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Maroubra or South Coogee?
South Coogee has the higher transport score (Maroubra 59/100 vs South Coogee 75/100).
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