Overall score
Bondi Beach
61.9/100
Coogee
72.0/100
Bondi Beach vs Coogee, NSW suburb comparison
Coogee for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Bondi BeachCoogee
Crime rate
Bondi Beach
54.1 / 1k
Coogee
44.6 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Bondi Beach
581
Coogee
395
Population
Bondi Beach
11,513
Coogee
14,634
Metric leadBondi Beach 1Coogee 82 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Bondi Beach | Coogee |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61.9/100 | 72.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 22.0/100 | 26.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 54.1 / 1k | 44.6 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 14 | 19 |
| Parks & reserves | 4 | 14 |
| Public transport stops | 38 | 76 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 581 | 395 |
| Planning activity | 79 | 78 |
| Population | 11,513 | 14,634 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 10/10 | 10/10 |
Comparison summary
Bondi Beach is a coastal established suburb with an easy, sea-led rhythm, while Coogee is a coastal established suburb shaped by beach life and outdoor living.
On the data, Bondi Beach is stronger for schools and education options and nearby cafés and amenities; Coogee answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Coogee, while Bondi Beach remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.