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All About Cookernup, Harvey, WA, 6219

Cookernup, a small rural locality in the Shire of Harvey, Western Australia, offers a serene and laid-back lifestyle, distinctively different from the hustle and bustle of city living. The housing market in Cookernup is characterized by its affordability and spacious properties, often large blocks or hobby farms, ideal for those seeking more land and open space. This affordability, compared to urban centers, makes it an attractive option for families, retirees, or anyone yearning for a connection to nature. In recent years, there has been modest interest in the area as more people, enticed by remote work opportunities, search for quieter places to settle. This demand, though growing, still ensures a reasonable market, with properties generally maintaining attractive price points, reflecting the town’s picturesque rural charm.

Living in Cookernup offers a unique lifestyle steeped in community and outdoor leisure. Residents enjoy the tranquility of the countryside, and the strong community bonds are a hallmark of life here, with locals often participating in various community events and activities. The surrounding natural landscape provides plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures, such as hiking or bird watching, particularly within nearby parks and natural reserves. Despite its rural setting, Cookernup maintains reasonable proximity to the amenities in Harvey and the larger city of Bunbury, allowing residents to easily access shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Overall, Cookernup is ideal for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle amidst nature, while still remaining within a convenient distance from essential services.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $306.67
Median Monthly Mortgage $1849.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.77
Average Household Size 2.67
Average Age 45.67
Average Income $778.17
Average Cars Per Dwelling 2.45
Average Properties Within 50M 2
Typical 1 bed house$479,000
Typical 2 bed house$3,279,000
Typical 3 bed house$680,000
Typical 4 bed house$744,000
Typical 5 bed house$804,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$1,080,000

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Cookernup Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Cookernup? Now could not be a better time, with just 442 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,023,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $269,000 to $8,964,000. Cookernup is located fairly close to the coast at just 8Km so as well as great views of the ocean and access to beaches, demand and valuations are likely to be a bit higher here.

Good balance between supply and demand ensures a range of affordable options within budget limits. Recent increases in listings may provide buying opportunities. Incomes in Cookernup are above average indicating a preference for good quality housing and lifestyle. That ensures consistent price growth. Low average earnings from people in Cookernup leads to lower quality housing which also negatively impacts the provision of facilities. As a consequence this area is often seen as less desirable, with lower quality of housing and slower price growth. Medium density in Cookernup necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Higher than average industry presence in the wider area offering local employment yet with not a large negative impact on local amenity, provides good demand and price growth.

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Local Schools

None within suburb boundary

(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Cookernup there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)

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Cookernup weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Max (%)
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SOLAR
Jan0.814.931.027.377.54.428.8
Feb0.515.530.928.478.04.125.0
Mar0.914.128.133.681.83.619.8
Apr1.611.323.942.188.42.814.7
May4.47.719.450.492.52.411.3
Jun5.86.416.856.793.32.69.5
Jul6.45.815.857.293.93.49.4
Aug6.46.116.557.794.23.812.1
Sept5.77.418.050.693.03.716.6
Oct1.79.121.842.789.53.522.1
Nov1.711.525.633.783.43.927.1
Dec0.813.529.526.677.64.029.7

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology



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