Western Australia location profile
Woodlands WA 6018
Woodlands is a leafy, established suburb in Perth’s inner north-west known for Jackadder Lake, quiet streets, and strong school catchments. It offers a relaxed, family-friendly feel with convenient access to major shopping, beaches, and the CBD.
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Why families consider Woodlands
Predominantly family households and professionals in quality mid-century and contemporary homes, drawn by lakefront living, reputable schools, and easy commuting. Lifestyle is calm and outdoor-oriented, with cafes by the lake and quick access to coast and city amenities.
Amenities & services
- Westfield Innaloo (nearby)
- Karrinyup Shopping Centre (nearby)
- Local Woodlands village shops and cafes around Jackadder Lake
- Osborne Park Hospital (nearby)
- Innaloo and Scarborough medical centres
- Numerous cafes and restaurants in Woodlands, Innaloo, and Scarborough
- Stirling Libraries – Innaloo (Innaloo)
- Stirling Libraries – Scarborough (Scarborough)
Transport & connectivity
- Stirling Station (Joondalup Line) nearby
- Glendalough Station nearby
- Bus routes 990, 410, 421, 424 (Scarborough Beach Rd/Karrinyup Rd corridors)
- Major roads: Scarborough Beach Road, Hale Road, Karrinyup Road, Stephenson Avenue, Mitchell Freeway access
Lifestyle & recreation
- Jackadder Lake walking and cycling paths
- Local playgrounds and sports ovals
- Wembley Golf Course (nearby)
- Scarborough Beach and foreshore precinct (nearby)
- Event Cinemas Innaloo
- Jackadder Lake Reserve
- Herdsman Lake Regional Park (nearby)
- Lake Gwelup Reserve (nearby)
- Woodlands Reserve
- Sweeting Reserve
Education context
Multiple long day care and early learning centres in and around Woodlands/Innaloo, with good availability for preschoolers and waitlists possible for infants in peak periods.
- The University of Western Australia (Crawley)
- Edith Cowan University (Mount Lawley and Joondalup)
- Curtin University (Bentley)
- Notre Dame Australia (Fremantle)