Western Australia location profile
Queens Park WA 6107
Queens Park is a well-located, diverse suburb in Perth’s south-east, offering a mix of older homes and newer infill near major shopping, transport and employment hubs. It appeals to families, students and professionals seeking value and convenience. Proximity to Westfield Carousel and Curtin University adds lifestyle and education drawcards.
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Why families consider Queens Park
Multicultural and family-friendly with a growing number of young professionals and students due to nearby Curtin University. Housing ranges from post-war dwellings on larger blocks to townhouses and villas, with convenient retail and transport access and light-industrial edges near Welshpool.
Amenities & services
- Westfield Carousel (major shopping, dining, cinema)
- Cannington Leisureplex (aquatics, gym, courts)
- St John Urgent Care Cannington
- Bentley Health Service (Bentley Hospital)
- Local supermarkets, cafes and eateries along Wharf St and Albany Hwy
- HOYTS Carousel
- Zone Bowling Carousel
- Cannington Library (at Cannington Leisureplex, Wharf St, Cannington)
- Riverton Library (Riverton Dr, Riverton)
Transport & connectivity
- Queens Park Station (Armadale/Thornlie Line)
- Cannington Station (nearby)
- Transperth bus services via Albany Hwy, Welshpool Rd, Wharf St and Railway Pde
- Major roads: Leach Hwy, Albany Hwy, Orrong Rd, Roe Hwy access
Lifestyle & recreation
- Cannington Leisureplex (pools, gym, sports courts)
- Gerry Archer Athletic Centre
- Hoyts Carousel cinema and entertainment precinct
- Local sports ovals and community clubs
- Canning River Regional Park (nearby)
- Coker Park
- Maniana Park
- Local pocket parks and playgrounds across the suburb
Education context
Good availability of long day care, kindy and OSHC options within Queens Park and nearby Cannington/Bentley; infant rooms can have waitlists during peak periods.
- Curtin University, Bentley Campus (approx. 5–6km)
- Murdoch University, South Street Campus (approx. 12–14km)
- The University of Western Australia, Crawley (approx. 11–12km)