Karrinyup Shopping Centre

2,120 votes

Fresh from a $800-million revamp, Karrinyup boasts flagship fashion, rooftop eateries, cinemas and a resort-style alfresco precinct. Locals duck in for a quick Coles run or linger over cocktails while kids roam the outdoor play space, all just ten minutes from beach or freeway.

2

Scarborough Beach

1,607 votes

Perth’s iconic surf strip delivers rolling breaks, a geothermally heated ocean pool and sunset markets thrumming with live music. Revamped promenades host skate bowls, gyms and cafés, turning a quick dip into a full-day seaside lifestyle only 12 km from the CBD.

3

Churchlands Senior High School

809 votes

Consistently among WA’s top public ATAR performers, Churchlands SHS pairs elite music and STEM programs with expansive ovals and a fresh performing-arts centre. Properties inside the catchment command a premium from families seeking academic excellence and a straight bus ride to the beach.

4

Stirling Train Station

670 votes

Park-and-ride bays, a major bus interchange and a 12-minute rail sprint to Perth Station make Stirling WA’s busiest commuter hub outside the CBD. Cyclists join the freeway path, shoppers roll down to Karrinyup, and weekend beachgoers dodge traffic with one simple tap-on.

5

Hale School

548 votes

Set on 48 green hectares in Wembley Downs, Hale is WA’s oldest boys’ college, mixing heritage, boarding houses and cutting-edge tech labs. Its GPS sporting pedigree and academic results draw families keen on prestige education a quick drive from City Beach sands.

6

Trigg Beach

422 votes

Beloved for consistent left-handers and grassy dunes, Trigg pairs surf-club culture with sunrise yoga and laid-back coffee shacks. Adjacent bush reserve trails and a children’s nature playground elevate it beyond a swim spot, giving residents year-round reasons to wander the foreshore.

7

Carine Senior High School

390 votes

Bordering sprawling Carine Open Space, this sought-after public school offers specialist baseball, dance and academic extension streams. Families love the leafy setting, modern STEM centre and safe cycle routes that funnel students from surrounding cul-de-sacs rather than busy arterial roads.

8

Newman College

388 votes

The Catholic co-ed K-12 campus delivers state-of-the-art science labs, a 600-seat auditorium and expansive ovals over three adjoining sites. Performing-arts scholarships, surf-life-saving links and a robust alumni network make Newman a holistic alternative to single-sex private schooling.

9

Beaufort Street

380 votes

From Mount Lawley’s Art Deco Astor Theatre to Inglewood’s Monday night hawker markets, Beaufort Street blends indie fashion with laneway bars and fine-dining Italians. Residents hop the 950 superbus for a car-free night out, then Uber home in under $15.

10

Hillarys Boat Harbour

374 votes

Family-friendly boardwalks ring this bustling marina, home to AQWA aquarium, casual fish-and-chips and ferries bound for Rottnest Island. Calm swimming coves suit toddlers, while sunset cocktails over bobbing yachts entice locals to linger long after beach towels dry.

11

Reid Highway

358 votes

Skirting Stirling’s northern edge, Reid Highway slashes east-west travel time from Scarborough to the Swan Valley and airport. On-ramp upgrades and safety barriers mean residents enjoy regional day-trip freedom without negotiating inner-city congestion first thing Saturday morning.

12

Balga Senior High School

334 votes

Known for its trades training centre and Indigenous education programs, Balga SHS provides practical career pathways alongside mainstream ATAR. Community fairs, cultural festivals and weekend sport cement the school as a neighbourhood hub rather than just a weekday campus.

13

Lake Gwelup

321 votes

Boardwalks thread through paperbarks alive with spoonbills and long-neck turtles, while a 2.5-kilometre shared path lures joggers at dawn. Elevated lookouts capture city views, offering a nature escape wedged neatly between shopping centre convenience and Mitchell Freeway speed.

14

Lake Karrinyup Country Club

318 votes

Ranked among Australia’s top golf courses, this bushland layout hosts the Perth International and roos that laze on immaculate fairways. A resort-style pool, tennis courts and elegant clubhouse dining let members turn a quick nine holes into a full family day.

15

Mitchell Freeway

317 votes

Stirling’s western boundary is Perth’s main north-south artery, whisking motorists to the CBD in under 15 minutes outside peak and connecting seamlessly to Joondalup and fishing towns beyond. Multiple on-ramps and bus-only lanes keep commute options flexible and fast.

16

Balcatta Senior High School

289 votes

After a $50-million rebuild, Balcatta SHS showcases a performing-arts centre, media suite and commercial kitchens alongside traditional classrooms. Italian language immersion and sporting academies broaden appeal, while upgraded bus stops funnel students safely from surrounding suburbs.

17

Dog Swamp Shopping Centre

286 votes

Compact, convenient and never short of parking, Dog Swamp answers everyday needs with supermarkets, bakeries, medical suites and drive-through coffee. Its proximity to inner-north corridors means locals snag groceries and petrol without battling larger centre crowds.

18

Westfield Innaloo Shopping Centre

272 votes

Anchored by cinemas and IKEA next door, Westfield Innaloo blends big-box retail with dining precincts and click-and-collect bays. Frequent buses from Stirling Station reduce car reliance, while planned expansion promises new fashion majors and an open-air boulevard vibe.

19

Dianella Plaza

271 votes

This community mall offers fresh produce, library services and casual cafés wrapped around a central courtyard. Seniors enjoy flat, covered walkways; parents appreciate shaded playground nooks; and quick freeway access keeps the weekly shop under a tidy hour door to door.

20

Warriapendi Primary School

261 votes

Known for its inclusive ethos and award-winning sustainability projects, Warriapendi Primary nurtures garden kitchens, Noongar language classes and strong community ties. Walking-bus programs and upgraded bike racks underscore a healthy, local-first approach prized by young families.

Area Hotlist — Stirling WA