South Lake - Cockburn Central, WA 6467
Close to everything Perth offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $360/wk Median
- 27.7% Renters
South Lake - Cockburn Central Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 11.7k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $360
- To the CBD
- 17.3km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
South Lake - Cockburn Central Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in South Lake - Cockburn Central for the balance it strikes — close enough to Perth's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 27.7% of the suburb's 11,723 residents rent.
Around South Lake - Cockburn Central
South Lake - Cockburn Central Central
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
South Lake - Cockburn Central Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in South Lake - Cockburn Central
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in South Lake - Cockburn Central
Real questions renters ask before moving to South Lake - Cockburn Central.
What's the community like in South Lake - Cockburn Central?
Locals describe South Lake - Cockburn Central as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 11,723, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is South Lake - Cockburn Central a good suburb for renters?
Yes. South Lake - Cockburn Central has a 27.7% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is South Lake - Cockburn Central walkable?
South Lake - Cockburn Central carries a walkability score of 8.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How much does it cost to rent in South Lake - Cockburn Central?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in South Lake - Cockburn Central is $360. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $360 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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