Western Australia location profile
Duncraig WA 6023
Duncraig is a leafy, family‑oriented northern suburb known for its parks, schools and strong community feel. It offers easy access to beaches, major shopping centres and the Joondalup train line, making it popular with families and long‑term owner‑occupiers.
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Why families consider Duncraig
Established, predominantly owner‑occupied households with many families and professionals; quiet residential streets, larger blocks and renovated 1970s–80s homes. Lifestyle centres on local schools, sport and coastal recreation, with convenient freeway and train commuting.
Amenities & services
- Glengarry Private Hospital (Arnisdale Rd, Duncraig)
- Duncraig Shopping Centre (Marri Rd)
- Glengarry Shopping Centre (Arnisdale Rd)
- Carine Glades Shopping Centre (nearby, Carine/Duncraig border)
- Westfield Whitford City (nearby, Hillarys)
- Warwick Grove Shopping Centre (nearby, Warwick)
- Local GP, dental and allied health clinics
- Restaurants and cafes at Hillarys Boat Harbour and along local centres
- Duncraig Library (Warwick Rd, Duncraig)
- Whitford Library (Westfield Whitford City, Hillarys)
- Greenwood Library (Calectasia St, Greenwood)
Transport & connectivity
- Greenwood Station (Joondalup Line)
- Warwick Station (Joondalup Line)
- Transperth bus services linking to Warwick, Greenwood and Whitfords
- Mitchell Freeway
- Hepburn Avenue
- Marmion Avenue
- Beach Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Percy Doyle Reserve sports complex (soccer, tennis, bowls)
- Duncraig Recreation Centre
- Carine Regional Open Space (walking trails, dog areas)
- Hillarys Boat Harbour and Sorrento Beach
- Event Cinemas Whitfords
- Local playgrounds, ovals and community clubs
- Percy Doyle Reserve
- Glengarry Park
- Glengarry Bushland
- Lilburne Park
- Melene Reserve
- Juniper Park
- Carine Regional Open Space (nearby)
Education context
Multiple long day care and OSHC options, including Goodstart Early Learning Duncraig, Mulberry Tree Childcare Duncraig and Jellybeans Child Care, plus before/after‑school care at local primary schools.
- Edith Cowan University – Joondalup Campus (~8km north)
- Edith Cowan University – Mount Lawley Campus (~13km southeast)
- University of Western Australia – Crawley (~18km south)
- Curtin University – Bentley (~22km southeast)