Watermans Bay
WA 6020 • Greater Perth
About Watermans Bay
Watermans Bay is a small, affluent coastal suburb in Perth's northern corridor, located approximately 18 kilometres north of the CBD within the City of Stirling. With a population of around 1,369 and a median age of 49, it is a quiet, tightly-knit community centred around its beautiful sheltered beach. The suburb's high household incomes and established character reflect its desirability among professionals and families.
The highlight of Watermans Bay is its namesake beach — a calm, family-friendly swimming spot protected by a reef, popular with snorkellers and kayakers. The suburb has a small local café scene and is close to the bustling Hillarys Boat Harbour and Whitfords Shopping Centre for retail and dining. Residents value the coastal lifestyle, excellent schools in neighbouring suburbs, and easy access to Perth's freeway and rail network.
Watermans Bay falls under postcode 6020 and is governed by Stirling Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Carine electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 423 — Watermans Bay to Warwick Station 10 min
- 455 — Hillarys to Stirling Station 15 min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Mitchell Freeway provides direct car access to Perth CBD. Bus-to-train connection via Warwick Station is the main public transport route.
Beach and a few local shops are walkable, but most shopping and services require driving to Hillarys or Warwick.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Osmaston Road
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Everingham Street
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Cliverton Court
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North Beach Road
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North Beach Road
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5A Kitchener Street
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Hocking Parade
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Elfreda Avenue
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Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 14 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 127
- 2. South Africa 48
- 3. New Zealand 37
- 4. Ireland 14
- 5. United States 12
- 6. Germany 11
- 7. Canada 9
- 8. India 9
- 9. Italy 8
- 10. Scotland 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)