Ocean Reef

WA 6027 • Greater Perth

8,125
Population (2021)
$47,112
Median Income
5.26 km²
Area
$525/wk
Median Rent
CoastalFamily-FriendlyEstablishedBoatingSuburban

About Ocean Reef

Ocean Reef is an established coastal suburb located approximately 30 kilometres north of Perth CBD in the City of Joondalup, Western Australia. Home to around 7,500 residents, the suburb is characterised by its prime beachfront location along the Indian Ocean and the Ocean Reef Boat Harbour. The population is predominantly families and older couples, with a strong Australian-born demographic and a comfortable, middle-class character.

The suburb offers excellent recreational amenities including the Ocean Reef Boat Harbour (undergoing a major marina redevelopment), several parks, and direct beach access. Residents enjoy proximity to Lakeside Joondalup Shopping City and local schools. Ocean Reef appeals to boating enthusiasts, beach lovers, and families seeking a well-established coastal neighbourhood with good infrastructure and a relaxed Perth northern suburbs lifestyle.

Ocean Reef falls under postcode 6027 and is governed by Joondalup Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hillarys electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6027
Urban Area
Joondalup - North
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.76°, 115.74°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
5.26 km²
Elevation
38m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Edgewater
5 km
60 min
Joondalup
6 km
N/A (drive/bus)
Currambine
5.5 km
N/A (drive/bus)

Bus Services

  • 464 — Edgewater Station 15 min
  • 461 — Joondalup Station 20 min
  • 465 — Whitfords Station 15 min

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
40–45 min (from Edgewater)
By Bus
55–65 min
By Car (Peak)
35–45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–30 min

🛣️ Bus to Edgewater or Joondalup station then Joondalup line to Perth

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential streets with some local shops; most errands require driving

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$525
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,253
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
44 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,840
Census 2021
8,125
3.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,520
Income 2021
$47,112
19.2% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,333
Born Overseas 3,525

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 1,461
  • 2. South Africa 366
  • 3. Scotland 207
  • 4. New Zealand 206
  • 5. Ireland 134
  • 6. Zimbabwe 75
  • 7. Malaysia 67
  • 8. Italy 57
  • 9. Singapore 56
  • 10. India 51

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,809
Australian 2,105
Irish 999
Scottish 921
Italian 404
German 265
South African 252
Chinese 179
Dutch 168
Indian 149

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,332
Both parents born in Australia
4,332
Both parents born overseas
1,167
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
41.6%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
1.0%
Islam
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
327 (4.0%)
5-14 years
1,090 (13.4%)
15-19 years
614 (7.6%)
20-24 years
503 (6.2%)
25-34 years
629 (7.7%)
35-44 years
932 (11.5%)
45-54 years
1,295 (15.9%)
55-64 years
1,258 (15.5%)
65-74 years
992 (12.2%)
75-84 years
358 (4.4%)
85+ years
118 (1.5%)

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