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Western Australia location profile

Mullaloo WA 6027

Mullaloo is a relaxed, family-friendly coastal suburb in Perth’s north, known for its wide sandy beach, surf lifesaving presence and leafy foreshore parks. Homes are largely 1970s–90s builds with ongoing renovations and some modern infill, appealing to families and professionals seeking a beachside lifestyle.

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Why families consider Mullaloo

Predominantly owner-occupied family households with a strong outdoors and beach culture; residents span established families and downsizers, with good access to schools, parks and regional shopping in nearby Joondalup and Hillarys.

Amenities & services

  • Mullaloo Plaza (local shopping, IGA, pharmacy, cafes)
  • Westfield Whitford City (Hillarys) major retail and dining
  • Lakeside Joondalup Shopping City (Joondalup)
  • Joondalup Health Campus (hospital and emergency)
  • Local GP clinics, dental and allied health in Mullaloo/Ocean Reef
  • Mullaloo Beach Hotel and beachfront cafes (e.g., Swell Mullaloo Beach)
  • Whitford Library – 15 Banks Ave, Hillarys
  • Joondalup Library – 102 Boas Ave, Joondalup

Transport & connectivity

  • Nearby train access via Joondalup Line at Whitfords Station and Joondalup Station
  • Transperth bus services along Mullaloo Drive, Dampier Avenue and Oceanside Promenade linking to Whitfords and Joondalup stations
  • Major roads: Marmion Avenue, Ocean Reef Road, Mullaloo Drive

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Mullaloo Beach and Tom Simpson Park (picnic areas, playgrounds)
  • Mullaloo Surf Life Saving Club
  • Local playing fields at Korella Park and Charonia Park
  • HBF Arena (Joondalup) for aquatics and indoor sports
  • Event Cinemas Whitford and entertainment at Hillarys Boat Harbour (nearby)
  • Tom Simpson Park
  • Mullaloo Beach Foreshore Reserve
  • Korella Park
  • Charonia Park

Education context

Several long day care and OSHC options in Mullaloo and adjacent Kallaroo/Ocean Reef; infant places can have waitlists, with broader availability for 2+ years and additional services within 5–10 minutes around Joondalup and Whitfords.

  • Edith Cowan University – Joondalup Campus (nearby)
  • The University of Western Australia – Crawley Campus
  • Curtin University – Bentley Campus
  • Murdoch University – Murdoch Campus