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Secret Harbour

WA 6173 • Greater Perth

12,474
Population (2021)
$50,284
Median Income
6.54 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
CoastalBeach LifestyleFamily-FriendlyAffordable

About Secret Harbour

Secret Harbour is a coastal suburb 65 kilometres south of Perth in the City of Rockingham, named for the secluded beach that drew early visitors. The suburb has developed into a popular residential area with excellent beach access and a private golf course.

Life revolves around beach lifestyle—surfing, swimming, and coastal walks define daily life. The community attracts families and retirees seeking affordable coastal living south of Perth. Secret Harbour offers genuine beach lifestyle without the premium of northern beach suburbs.

Secret Harbour falls under postcode 6173 and is governed by Rockingham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Secret Harbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6173
Urban Area
Rockingham - South-West
LGA / Council
Rockingham
Federal Electorate
Canning
State Electorate
Secret Harbour
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.41°, 115.76°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
6.54 km²
Elevation
6m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    420 Secret Harbour Boulevard Secret Harbour 6173 WA
  • ALDI
    Secret Harbour Blvd 420, Secret Harbour WA 6173

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.2%

9 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
12,073
Census 2021
12,474
▲ 3.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$42,900
Income 2021
$50,284
▲ 17.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,763
Born Overseas 4,277

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 2,206
  • 2. New Zealand 535
  • 3. South Africa 321
  • 4. Scotland 314
  • 5. Wales 106
  • 6. Ireland 87
  • 7. Zimbabwe 60
  • 8. Philippines 53
  • 9. Netherlands 37
  • 10. Germany 36

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 6,507
Australian 4,297
Scottish 1,413
Irish 1,180
Italian 361
German 330
Maori 305
Dutch 292
Australian Aboriginal 278
South African 275

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,778
Both parents born in Australia
5,279
Both parents born overseas
1,940
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.3%
Christianity
39.2%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
802 (6.4%)
5-14 years
2,338 (18.7%)
15-19 years
1,127 (9.0%)
20-24 years
738 (5.9%)
25-34 years
1,315 (10.5%)
35-44 years
2,001 (16.0%)
45-54 years
2,136 (17.1%)
55-64 years
1,215 (9.7%)
65-74 years
526 (4.2%)
75-84 years
231 (1.9%)
85+ years
46 (0.4%)

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