Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
135A &135B West Coast Drive
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential Zone (R20)
LEP: City of Stirling Local Planning Scheme No. 3
Height Limit
10.5m or 3 storeys
Min Lot Size
350m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
North Beach is a well-serviced northern Perth suburb with a strong public primary school on-site and secondary provision through ECU Secondary. Catholic and independent options including Prendiville and PLC are accessible within 5 km. Always confirm current catchment zoning directly with the Department of Education WA.
Likely public catchment
North Beach is likely zoned for North Beach Primary School and Edith Cowan University Secondary School; verify current boundaries with the Department of Education WA.
Nearby schools
North Beach Primary School
In catchmentCraigie Primary School
Edith Cowan University Secondary School
In catchmentPrendiville Catholic College
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Presbyterian Ladies' College
Montessori School of Perth
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
135A & 135B West Coast Drive, North Beach is located on a major coastal arterial with generally moderate traffic flow. The area experiences peak congestion during morning and evening commute times, particularly on weekdays.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning peak (7-9am) and evening peak (4-6pm) see increased traffic volume, particularly northbound in the morning and southbound in the evening as commuters travel to/from Perth CBD and surrounding business districts. Weekends typically see lighter traffic with occasional congestion near beach access points during summer months.
Public Transport
Approximately 400-500m to nearest bus stops serviced by Transperth routes. Stirling Train Station is approximately 2.5km away, providing access to the Joondalup Line.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: North Beach Rd Before Charles Riley Rd (1.1km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
North Beach Rd Before Charles Riley Rd
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Charles Riley Rd After Drayton Wy
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Beach Rd After Flora Tce
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Beach Rd After Cliff St
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Unnamed stop
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North Beach Rd After Marmion Av
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Unnamed stop
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Cliff St After Sheppard Wy
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Cliff St Before Lennard St
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Unnamed stop
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Flood Risk
North Beach is a low-to-moderate elevation coastal suburb in Perth with minimal riverine flood risk. The primary flood hazard is potential storm surge and coastal inundation from Indian Ocean storm events rather than inland catchment flooding. WA does not employ extensive flood overlays comparable to eastern states; flood risk management is typically addressed through DtS guidelines and local planning scheme requirements rather than statutory overlays.
Planning Controls
- •WA Planning Commission Flood Risk Management Guidelines apply to developments in flood-prone areas
- •Local water management and stormwater drainage requirements under City of Stirling Local Planning Scheme No. 3
- •Site-specific flood studies may be required for properties within 100m of watercourses or swales
- •Consideration of Indian Ocean storm surge and coastal flooding in proximity to Scarborough Beach
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
North Beach is a coastal suburb in Perth with predominantly urban and residential development, minimal bushland interface, and well-maintained gardens typical of established suburbs. Bushfire risk is low due to distance from significant native vegetation and predominantly developed urban character. Properties in this area are generally not mapped within WA's Bushfire Prone Area zones.
Crime & Safety
North Beach is a relatively safe coastal suburb with crime rates below the Western Australian average, reflecting its suburban character and stable community profile. Property-related offences constitute the majority of incidents, with theft being the most common crime type. The suburb maintains consistent crime levels year-on-year with no significant increasing trend.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
North Beach remains a coastal residential and recreational hub with modest infill development activity centred on medium-density housing and precinct activation around the town centre and foreshore. Council investment in public realm and connectivity upgrades reflects planning priorities to strengthen the suburb as a walkable, mixed-use beach community rather than pursue large-scale greenfield expansion.
North Beach foreshore public realm upgrade
0.2 kmCity of Stirling investment in beach access, pedestrian pathways, and public facilities along the beachfront precinct.
Determination: 2023
Residential infill development - Scarborough Beach Road
0.8 kmMulti-lot residential subdivision targeting medium-density housing on underutilised land adjacent to North Beach town centre.
Mixed-use apartment proposal - North Beach Drive
0.3 km4-5 storey residential apartment complex with ground-floor retail/cafe addressing future medium-density zoning near the beach.
Local retail and dining precinct activation
0.5 kmShopfront improvements and new hospitality venues within North Beach town centre to strengthen the local village atmosphere.
Bicycle and pedestrian path network extension
1.2 kmCity of Stirling upgrade linking North Beach to broader coastal walking/cycling network serving the wider Scarborough precinct.
Heritage & Conservation
North Beach is a relatively modern outer suburban locality in Perth's western corridor, developed primarily from the mid-20th century onwards. The area lacks significant heritage conservation overlays or state-listed heritage items, reflecting its post-war residential character. Individual properties are unlikely to be subject to heritage restrictions, though nearby coastal and golf course precincts contain some local heritage interest.
Nearby Heritage Items