Western Australia location profile
North Beach WA 6020
North Beach is a sought-after coastal suburb known for its beaches, ocean views, and relaxed village feel. It offers a mix of mid-century homes and modern redevelopments, a friendly community, and a lively café strip along the coast.
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Why families consider North Beach
Established beachside community with families, professionals, and downsizers; active outdoor lifestyle focused on swimming, surfing, and coastal walks; strong local identity with cafes, small retailers, and sporting clubs.
Amenities & services
- North Beach Shopping Centre (Flora Terrace)
- Karrinyup Shopping Centre (nearby)
- Marmion Village Shopping Centre (nearby)
- Hillarys Boat Harbour / Sorrento Quay (dining and retail)
- North Beach Medical Centre
- Karrinyup Health services
- Coastal cafes and restaurants along Flora Terrace and West Coast Drive
- Stirling Libraries – Karrinyup (Karrinyup)
- Stirling Libraries – Scarborough (Scarborough)
- Duncraig Library (Duncraig)
Transport & connectivity
- Train stations: Stirling and Warwick (Joondalup Line)
- Bus routes: 423 and other Transperth services linking to Stirling/Warwick
- Major roads: West Coast Drive, Marmion Avenue, Karrinyup Road, Reid Highway
Lifestyle & recreation
- North Beach and Mettams Pool (swimming and snorkelling)
- Charles Riley Memorial Reserve (ovals, playgrounds, clubs)
- Star Swamp Bushland Reserve (walking trails)
- Hamersley Public Golf Course (nearby)
- Hillarys Boat Harbour / Sorrento Quay (boating, dining, entertainment)
- Scarborough Beach foreshore (events and facilities)
- Charles Riley Memorial Reserve
- Star Swamp Bushland Reserve
- Trigg Bushland Reserve (nearby)
- Watermans Bay Reserve
- Carine Regional Open Space (nearby)
Education context
Several long day care and OSHC options in and around North Beach, with more choices in Carine, Karrinyup and Duncraig; generally moderate availability with infant waitlists at peak times.
- University of Western Australia (Crawley)
- Edith Cowan University – Joondalup and Mount Lawley
- Curtin University (Bentley)