Western Australia location profile
Beaconsfield WA 6162
Leafy, hilly suburb just south of Fremantle with a relaxed coastal vibe and strong community feel. Mix of character cottages and modern infill, close to beaches, cafes, and Fremantle’s cultural amenities.
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Why families consider Beaconsfield
Diverse and community-oriented, with families, professionals and students connected to nearby TAFE and Notre Dame. Blend of post-war homes and newer townhouses, walkable streets, and an artsy Fremantle-influenced lifestyle.
Amenities & services
- Local shopping strips on Hampton Rd and Lefroy Rd; larger retail in nearby Fremantle
- GP clinics, dental and allied health; Fremantle Hospital nearby
- Cafes, pubs and restaurants in South Fremantle and Fremantle
- Supermarkets and specialty grocers within a short drive
- Fremantle Library – Walyalup Civic Centre, 151 High St, Fremantle
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train: Fremantle Station (Fremantle line)
- Transperth buses along Hampton Rd, South St and Lefroy Rd linking to Fremantle, Murdoch and Cockburn
- Major roads: Hampton Rd, South St, Rockingham Rd, Lefroy Rd
Lifestyle & recreation
- Booyeembara Park trails and MTB loop
- Dick Lawrence Oval sports fields
- Fremantle Leisure Centre (nearby) pools and gym
- Fremantle Arts Centre and entertainment precinct (nearby)
- Booyeembara Park
- Clontarf Hill Reserve
- Dick Lawrence Oval (reserve)
Education context
Multiple long day care and OSHC options in and around the suburb; moderate waitlists for infants; community and private providers near Beaconsfield and Winterfold Primary schools and along Hampton Rd.
- University of Notre Dame Australia – Fremantle Campus (Fremantle)
- Murdoch University – South Street Campus (Murdoch)
- Curtin University – Bentley Campus (Bentley)
- South Metropolitan TAFE – Beaconsfield Campus (Beaconsfield)