Claremont Quarter

930 votes

Designer fashion, providore groceries and rooftop eateries sit behind heritage façades at Claremont Quarter. Residents wander in on foot for a quick latte or a Prada browse, then hop the adjacent train for a ten-minute city commute—proof you can have luxe retail and convenience in one postcode.

2

Swan River

821 votes

Rowers glide past riverside mansions while families picnic beneath peppermint trees along Freshwater Bay. Cycle paths trace the water to the CBD in 25 minutes, and sunset cruises depart from nearby jetties—riverfront living delivers postcard views without sacrificing city access.

3

Shenton College

731 votes

Consistently ranked among WA’s top public schools, Shenton pairs university-style learning hubs with specialist STEM and music programs. A direct rail stop and extensive bike racks make morning arrivals stress-free, keeping local property values buoyant thanks to “in-catchment” demand.

4

City Beach

452 votes

White sand, gentle surf and chic ocean-view restaurants define City Beach. Surf-club patrols, walking trails through Bold Park dunes and a new shark-net swimming enclosure mean year-round coastal fun just ten minutes’ drive from Claremont’s tree-lined streets.

5

Kings Park

428 votes

One of the world’s largest inner-city parks crowns Mount Eliza with botanic gardens, treetop walks and sweeping river views. Locals jog the Kokoda trail pre-work or picnic during spring wild-flower season—only a twelve-minute freeway run from beachside doorsteps.

6

Cottesloe Beach

366 votes

Anzac-Day dawn services, Sculpture by the Sea and iconic Indiana Tea House sunsets keep Cottesloe on every postcard. Residents swap cars for bicycles, rolling down to morning laps in the heritage ocean bath or sundowner beers overlooking rolling turquoise breaks.

7

Scotch College

363 votes

Scotch offers boarding, IB programs and a state-of-the-art innovation hub within 22 hectares of mature trees and ovals. Weekend regattas launch from Freshwater Bay, and its GPS sporting rivalries draw crowds, cementing the school’s pull on premium property demand.

8

Lake Claremont

354 votes

A 3-kilometre walking loop skirts bird-filled wetlands, native bush and a fenced dog park. Golfers slip off for nine holes, while kids tackle the ninja-course playground—nature, sport and coffee vans combine within strolling distance of Claremont Quarter fashion.

9

Herdsman Lake

303 votes

Perth’s largest inner-metro wetland draws bird-watchers to its hides and cyclists to a flat seven-kilometre circuit. Boardwalks, barbecue shelters and a discovery centre make it a weekend escape only a ten-minute freeway hop from riverside townhouses.

10

Floreat Forum

290 votes

Boutique groceries, alfresco brunch spots and pilates studios fill this low-rise centre buffered by leafy carparks. Community markets and live-music evenings foster village vibes, while quick access to Challenger Parade means errands merge seamlessly with beach walks.

11

Bold Park

279 votes

Over 400 hectares of urban bushland hide wild-flower trails, reptile lookouts and a stellar city-and-sea vista from Reabold Hill. Dawn hikers share paths with kangaroos, and evening walkers catch sea breezes just two kilometres inland from rolling surf.

12

Freshwater Bay

205 votes

Peppermint-tree shade and calm river shallows create a stand-up-paddle haven. Rowing shells slice past dawn mist, and dog owners wade alongside labs chasing tennis balls—river life feels effortlessly relaxed despite million-dollar views and proximity to top schools.

13

Perry Lakes

204 votes

Remnant Olympic-Games heritage intertwines with lakeside boardwalks, adventure playgrounds and weekend farmers’ markets. Running tracks loop through paperbark groves, while modern townhouses overlook seasonal wetlands alive with black swans—green living minutes from Cambridge Street cafés.

14

Lake Monger

203 votes

Black swans and skyline reflections accompany joggers on a 3.5-kilometre circuit path. Playgrounds, exercise stations and barbecue nooks make it a family staple, and nearby freeway ramps whisk commuters to the CBD in under ten traffic-light-free minutes.

15

Allen Park

186 votes

Set between ocean dunes and bush reserve, Allen Park hosts rugby, hockey and weekend pilates beneath Norfolk pines. A dog beach, heritage art studios and surf-club café mean something for every age bracket, all within a breezy Swanbourne stroll.

16

Wembley Golf Course

177 votes

Two 18-hole layouts, a powered-bay driving range and mini-golf keep swingers of all skill levels happy. Night-lit fairways extend play after work, and the lawn-top restaurant delivers sunset drinks overlooking eucalypts alive with kookaburra laughter.

17

Christ Church Grammar School

155 votes

Riverfront boat sheds, a cutting-edge design studio and strong academic outcomes place CCGS high on private-school wish-lists. Its shared bus network with Methodist Ladies’ College eases traffic, and water-based co-curriculars turn Freshwater Bay into a natural second classroom.

18

HBF Stadium

153 votes

Olympic-size pools, indoor courts, gyms and an outdoor diving tower make HBF Stadium WA’s sporting heart. Concerts, swim carnivals and triathlon training sessions fill the calendar, while ample parking and bus links keep access simple for after-school squads.

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Swanbourne Beach

133 votes

Popular with surfers and sunseekers alike, Swanbourne delivers rolling dunes, patrolled flags and a relaxed dog-friendly northern stretch. Nearby cafés serve acai bowls post-dip, and the adjacent army training reserve ensures the shoreline remains mercifully low on high-rise.

20

Cottesloe Golf Club

124 votes

A private 18-hole course woven through coastal tuart bush offers sea breezes, slick greens and a newly refurbished clubhouse. Twilight nine-hole comps flow into balcony sundowners, proving you don’t need to leave the western suburbs for a country-club vibe.

Area Hotlist — Cottesloe - Claremont WA