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VIC · Cardinia Council

Koo Wee Rup, 3981

Current weather

10.5°CLight drizzle

95% humidity · 30 km/h wind · 12.3° / 10.3° today · 17.8 mm rain

Desirability score

57.4/100

953rd in Australia

89% data confidence

How this score is calculated

Suburb snapshot

Koo Wee Rup is a smaller suburban community in the Cardinia area, home to around 4,047 residents (2021 Census). Available data shows 282 offences in 2026 with falling year-on-year trends (-5%), roughly 69.7 offences per 1,000 residents, 3 school and preschool sites in the area, limited but present public transport access, a reasonable spread of amenities, and notable planning and development activity on record. Snapshot data also shows parks or public open space within the suburb and hospitals or GP clinics within the suburb.

Population

Population
4,047
Median age
34
Median household income / week
$1,782
Dwelling vacancy
5.9%
Unoccupied private dwellings
87 of 1,480
Median monthly mortgage
$1,811
Employment rate
64.4%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
104 / 10 / 124

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Crime & safety

Total offences (2026)
282
Against the person
50
Against property
169
Rate per 1,000 residents
69.7
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 81 residents
State safety percentile
61.7th (lower crime is better)
Decrease (daily rate)
-5.4%

Reported offences decreased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • A231 Fv Common Assault20
  • B21 Criminal Damage25
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehicle22
  • B49 Other Theft52
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Order35

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

Schools & preschools

Schools & preschools
3
Median school ICSEA (3 schools)
972
  • Koo Wee Rup Primary SchoolPrimary
  • Koo Wee Rup Secondary CollegeSecondary
  • St John the Baptist's SchoolPrimary

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

2 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd
  • Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

Planning & development

Development applications from PPARS statewide register (lodged 2020–2022). Free public PPARS MapServer — applications through ~2022 (service last updated Feb 2024).

51 planning-related records

2021· 23 proposals

  • September 2021

  • T180293-1 APP - Amended Planning Permit Application Subdivision of land into nine (9) lots and creation of access to a Road Zone Category 1
    400 ROSSITER ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Withdrawn
  • Use and development of the land for a Telecommunications Facility and associated works
    380 KOO WEE RUP ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981NOD issued by a delegate
  • Proposed colourbond steel veranda attached to the side of the existing dwelling
    2 FLAX COURT KOO WEE RUP 3981Withdrawn

  • August 2021

  • Use of the land for a Place of Worship (church) and the Development of the land for a Warehouse
    116 DENHAMS ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Withdrawn
  • Buildings and works associated with an agricultural building
    75 ISLAND ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Land Development
    400 ROSSITER ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Withdrawn
  • Please find attached town planning application for 'Use of land for a Place of Worship and Development of land for a Warehouse" at 116 Denhams Road, Koo Wee Rup VIC 3981. This application is being lodged following GE210282 - General Enquiry and GE210450 - Pre-Application meeting. We kindly request provision of an invoice so we can organize payment of council application fees Should you require any additional information or clarification, please feel free to contact me via the details below Kind
    116 DENHAMS ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Withdrawn

  • July 2021

  • Development of the land for a covered arena
    370 KOO WEE RUP-LONGWARRY ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Development of the land for a dwelling extension (alfresco)
    125 MCDONALDS DRAIN ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • To reinstate areas of land on our property to the level they previously sat, before severe rain fall caused it to wash away, leaving it below drain level.
    175 FECHNER ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Lapsed
  • Develop a new shed building.
    73 MCDONALDS DRAIN ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Lapsed

  • June 2021

  • Subdivision of the land into two (2) lots
    48 HENRY STREET KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Variation to easement E-2 on LP147923T
    JOHN THE BAPTIST PRIMARY SCHOOL, 172-180 STATION STREET KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • CONSTRUCTION OF A CARPORT
    40 Alexandra AvenueWithdrawn
  • Development of the land for three (3) dwellings behind an existing dwelling
    16 HENRY STREET KOO WEE RUP 3981NOD issued by a delegate

  • March 2021

  • Use of the land for restricted retail premises (automotive parts and accessories)
    124 Denhams RoadLapsed
  • Removal of Powerline Easements created as E3, E4 & E5 on PS825012T in favour of TXU Electricity Ltd and Creation of Powerline Easements E3 & E4 in favour of AusNet Electricity
    10 NO 5 DRAIN ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Re-subdivision of land into three (3) lots (boundary realignment)
    3460 BALLARTO ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Amendments to planning permit T170291 (issued for the buildings and works (including partial demolition and development of a fence) associated with two retail premises (shops), the construction of two (2) dwellings and subdivision of the land (boundary realignment)) to amend what the permit allows and the endorsed plans.
    284 ROSSITER ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • February 2021

  • Buildings and works associated with an agricultural outbuilding (shed)
    60 Island RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • To submit the relevant documents to gain a building permit for this project.
    19 Shelton Park DriveWithdrawn
  • Use and development of the land for a dwelling and associated earthworks
    22 NO 5 DRAIN ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • January 2021

  • Development of the land for an outbuilding (garage)
    35 Boundary Drain RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
2020· 17 proposals

  • December 2020

  • Alterations and extensions and partial demolition to an existing Hotel in a Heritage Overlay, the use of the land for a Gaming Premises and use of 40 Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs), use of the land for a Function Centre, a reduction in car parking, alterations to access to a Road Zone Category 1, an increase to the area for the sale and consumption of liquor and an increase to the number of patrons allowed under a licence
    96-102 STATION STREET KOO WEE RUP 3981Refusal issued by a delegate
  • Construction of an outbuilding associated with agriculture
    275 McDonalds Drain RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Removal of easement E-1 on Lot 1 LP 204633N
    30 Sybella AvenuePermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Buildings and works associated with the extension of an existing machinery shed
    1285 MANKS ROAD KOO WEE RUP 3981Permit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • November 2020

  • Subdivision and buildings and works comprising filling of the land as per Melbourne Water's requirements
    110 Denhams RoadWithdrawn
  • Construction of and use of the land for a dwelling
    295 McDonalds Drain RoadWithdrawn

  • August 2020

  • Development of the land for two (2) dwellings
    48 Henry StreetNOD issued by a delegate
  • Use and development of land for a Dependent Person¿s Unit
    180 Main Drain RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Construct a building and construct and carry out works on land in a Land Subject to Inundation Overlay
    33 Henry StreetRefusal issued by a delegate

  • June 2020

  • Buildings and works (learning centre and library) associated with an existing Education Centre (Primary School)
    172-180 Station StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Multi-lot subdivision in stages, vegetation removal, creation of access to a Road Zone Category 1 and associated works
    390 & 394 ROSSITER ROAD AND 9A SUPREME CLOSE KOO WEE RUP 3981In progress
  • Subdivision of the land into 32 lots and creation of access to a Road Zone Category 1
    390 Rossiter RoadWithdrawn
  • Development of the land for two buildings (sheds) and associated works
    540 Main Drain RoadPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

  • May 2020

  • Construction of a storage warehouse
    Moody StreetWithdrawn
  • Use and development of the land for a warehouse
    Moody StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA
  • Seven (7) Lot Subdivision in Stages.
    228 Rossiter RoadWithdrawn
  • Two (2) lot subdivision
    8 Mickle StreetPermit issued by a delegate of the RA

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

  • PPARS planning permit activity (statewide) — Department of Transport and Planning (Victoria) · Period: 2020–2022 · Updated on site · Public MapServer last updated Feb 2024 — applications through FY 2022–23 only; newer PPARS data requires council/API access

Amenities

17 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • BWSAlcohol
  • Bakery
  • Bench (2)
  • Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter RdBus stop
  • Koo Wee Rup Medical CentreClinic

    303 Rossiter Road

  • Ponderosa Timber and HardwareDoityourself

    40-65 Station Street

  • Koo Wee Rup PreschoolKindergarten

    356 Rossiter Road

  • Oshar Leather WorksLeather

    124 Station Street

  • Pharmacy
  • Playground (2)

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Parks & reserves

1 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Lions ParkPark

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics
3
Emergency department
On site
  • Koo Wee Rup Hospitalhospital
  • Koo Wee Rup Medical CentreRossiter Roadclinic
  • Pharmacypharmacy

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
3/10
IRSD decile (2021)
4/10

SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Heritage

1 state heritage place

  • HAREWOODNH0284

Data sources & freshness

  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · Period: current · Updated on site

Childcare

1 childcare service from OpenStreetMap

  • Koo Wee Rup PreschoolRossiter Roadkindergarten

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

Childcare centre count

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Period: current · Updated on site

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via Victorian Bushfire Management Overlay mapping.

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Bushfire hazard overlays

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
16
Parks (OSM)
9

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)

Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Desirability index

Desirability score
57.4/100
National rank
953rd in Australia
State rank
250th in VIC
Peer rank
#4 among Coastal & beach · Growth area suburbs
Cohort rank
#36 among Coastal & beach suburbs
Data confidence
89%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics

Recent changes

  • A231 Fv Common Assaultcrime20
  • B21 Criminal Damagecrime25
  • B42 Steal From A Motor Vehiclecrime22
  • B49 Other Theftcrime52
  • E21 Breach Family Violence Ordercrime35
  • Koo Wee Rup PreschoolchildcareRossiter Roadkindergarten
  • HAREWOODheritageNH0284
  • Koo Wee Rup Hospitalhealthhospital
  • Koo Wee Rup Medical CentrehealthRossiter Roadclinic
  • Pharmacyhealthpharmacy

Data sources & freshness

  • Childcare services — OpenStreetMap · Updated on site
  • Recorded offences by suburb/town — Crime Statistics Agency (Victoria) · Updated on site · Year ending March release
  • Hospitals & clinics — OpenStreetMap + state health datasets · Updated on site
  • State heritage register — State heritage authority · Updated on site

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