Western Australia location profile
Ocean Reef WA 6027
Ocean Reef is a coastal suburb in the City of Joondalup known for its beaches, family-friendly streets and strong community feel. It offers established homes, good schools and easy access to larger retail and health hubs in Joondalup and Hillarys.
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Why families consider Ocean Reef
Predominantly owner-occupied family homes from the 1980s–2000s, with a mix of professionals, families and downsizers. Lifestyle centers on the coast, parks, schools and sporting clubs, with convenient access to major retail, health care and the Joondalup business precinct.
Amenities & services
- Beaumaris Shopping Centre (local supermarkets, cafes and services)
- Lakeside Joondalup Shopping City (major regional centre)
- Westfield Whitford City (nearby Hillarys)
- Joondalup Health Campus (public/private hospital and specialists)
- Local GP clinics, dentists and allied health
- Cafes and restaurants in Ocean Reef, Mullaloo and Hillarys
- Future Ocean Reef Marina precinct (under development)
- Joondalup Library (Boas Ave, Joondalup)
- Whitford Library (Whitfords Ave, Hillarys)
- Woodvale Library (Trappers Dr, Woodvale)
Transport & connectivity
- Nearby train stations: Joondalup Station, Whitfords Station (Joondalup Line)
- Transperth bus services along Marmion Ave, Ocean Reef Rd and local collectors linking to Joondalup and Whitfords stations
- Major roads: Ocean Reef Road, Marmion Avenue, Hodges Drive, Mitchell Freeway (via Ocean Reef Rd interchange)
Lifestyle & recreation
- Beaches and coastal shared path
- Ocean Reef Sea Sports Club and boat harbour/marina area
- Mirror Park Skate Park
- HBF Arena Joondalup (aquatics, gyms, courts, stadium)
- Craigie Leisure Centre (aquatic and fitness)
- Hillarys Boat Harbour and AQWA (nearby)
- Mullaloo Beach and Surf Life Saving Club (nearby)
- Beaumaris Park
- Mirror Park
- Ocean Reef Park
- Ocean Reef Foreshore Reserve
- Beaumaris Reserve
Education context
Multiple long day care, kindy and OSHC options in Ocean Reef and nearby suburbs (Mullaloo, Connolly, Heathridge, Joondalup); generally moderate availability with waitlists common for under‑2s in peak periods.
- Edith Cowan University (ECU) Joondalup Campus – nearby
- University of Western Australia (Crawley) – via Mitchell Fwy/rail
- Curtin University (Bentley) – via Mitchell/Kwinana Fwys/rail
- Murdoch University (Murdoch) – via freeway/rail connections