North Fremantle is a mixed-use suburb within the City of Fremantle that was settled in the 1850s. Its three square kilometre land area is used for residential, industrial and commercial purposes. The suburb enjoys enviable views of the Swan River to the east and south, as well as views of the Indian Ocean to the west. North Fremantle’s landscape is characterised by both modern and heritage architecture.
Life in North Fremantle
A beach-side lifestyle is enjoyed in North Fremantle, with Leighton Beach, Port Beach and Harvey Beach all accessible. Adding to the coastal appeal are the restaurants that line the sands of the beaches offering breathtaking views over great food day and night. Local night spots include the popular Mojo’s Bar and Railway Hotel. Other features are the North Fremantle Bowling Club, North Fremantle Train Station and North Fremantle Primary School.
North Fremantle facts
KEY FACTS
| Distance to Perth (km) | 13 |
| Postcode | 6159 |
| Local Government | Fremantle |
| Primary schools | North Fremantle Primary School, East Fremantle Primary School, Richmond Primary School, St Patrick’s Primary School, The Beehive Montessori School Inc, Lance Holt School, Fremantle Primary School, Mosman Park Primary School, Mosman Park School For Deaf Children, White Gum Valley Primary School |
| Secondary schools | John Curtin College Of The Arts, Christian Brothers’ College, The Beehive Montessori School Inc, Iona Presentation College, St Hilda’s Anglican School For Girls, Fremantle College, Santa Maria College, Presbyterian Ladies College, Melville Senior High School, Seton Catholic College |
| Shops | East Fremantle Shopping Centre |
| Train stations | North Fremantle |
| Bus services | Bus service to North Fremantle Train Station |
| 2016 CENSUS SUMMARY | NORTH FREMANTLE | PERTH |
|---|---|---|
| Population – usually resident | 3,340 | 1,943,858 |
| Median age of residents (years) | 45 | 36 |
| Average household size (persons) | 2.00 | 3.00 |
| Number of occupied dwellings * | 1,357 | 690,280 |
| Number of unoccupied dwellings | 258 | 85,730 |
| Median weekly household income | $2,173 | $1,643 |
| Median monthly mortgage repayment | $2,538 | $2,000 |
| Total private dwellings | 1,621 | 776,015 |
| Area (sqkm) | 3 | 6,416 |