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Warnbro WA 6169

Warnbro is a relaxed coastal suburb in the City of Rockingham, known for its long sandy beach along Warnbro Sound and family-friendly streets. It offers good value housing, established schools, and easy access to recreation like the Aqua Jetty leisure centre.

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Why families consider Warnbro

Predominantly families and established couples, with a mix of owner-occupiers and renters including Defence and resources industry workers. Lifestyle is beach-oriented and community-focused, with schools, parks, and recreation within short drives and a commuter rail link for city access.

Amenities & services

  • Warnbro Centre (major shopping centre with supermarkets, specialty stores, services)
  • Local GP and dental clinics; nearby Rockingham General Hospital in Cooloongup
  • Cafes, takeaways and casual dining at Warnbro Centre and along Warnbro Sound
  • Warnbro Community Library, 2 Swallowtail Parade, Warnbro
  • Rockingham Central Library, 1 Council Avenue, Rockingham

Transport & connectivity

  • Warnbro Station (Mandurah Line) with frequent trains to Perth and Mandurah
  • Transperth bus routes 561, 562, 563, 564, 568, 569 connecting to nearby suburbs and Warnbro Station
  • Major roads: Ennis Avenue (State Route 1), Warnbro Sound Avenue, Safety Bay Road, Port Kennedy Drive

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Warnbro Sound Beach for swimming, walking and water sports
  • Aqua Jetty leisure centre (pools, gym, fitness programs)
  • Local sports ovals, basketball/netball courts and skate facilities
  • Nearby Rockingham Foreshore dining and weekend events
  • Warnbro Beach Foreshore Reserve
  • Lake Walyungup Nature Reserve

Education context

Multiple long day care centres and family day care options operate locally (with OSHC at primary schools); vacancies vary by age group and season.

  • Murdoch University, South Street Campus (Murdoch) via Mandurah Line to Murdoch Station and buses
  • Murdoch University, Mandurah Campus (Greenfields) via train to Mandurah and local bus
  • Curtin University, Bentley Campus via train to Canning Bridge/Perth and connecting buses
  • The University of Western Australia, Crawley via train to Perth and frequent buses