Spearwood, WA 6163

I’ve lived in Spearwood for over 10 years and within that time I’ve seen it change for the better- tenfold. Older houses are getting renovated or rebuilt on, as young families and professionals move into the suburb, particularly as Fremantle and surrounds become unaffordable.

Spearwood still has large blocks (600m2+) for a decent price, although I can see this will change in the foreseeable future, as land becomes more expensive.

Historically, Spearwood’s reputation is split between west of Rockingham Road (the good pocket) opposite Coogee and the east side (not so good).

I live on the west side and the area is safe, lots of green spaces, multiple nature reserves-lakes and paths, wildlife and a real sense of community. Neighbours are friendly and regularly say hello. Gardens are well kept and it’s a 5 mins drive to Coogee beach and 10 mins drive to Fremantle. The city on a good day is 30-40 mins drive.

The Eliza Ponds area has been regenerated and cafes such as Coco boho and local restaurants are now within walking distance.

Supermarkets such as Woolworths at Port Coogee are a 5 min drive away.

Best kept secret south of Fremantle.

Been here 2 years on Eliza Ponds section. Friendly suburb, excellent shops close, several quiet beaches 5+ minutes away, South Freo 10+ minutes away, off peak CBD car travel easy, good public transport choices, nice breezy climate. We love it.

There are some horrible tenants around, very aggressive and noisy at night. Calling police all the time and although it gets solved promptly but it happens too frequently. In the middle of exercising my right with legal power to evict some terrifying neighbours.

Compared to a lot of suburbs like Cannington, Canningvale etc, this suburb is really amazing. It is close to the beautiful Coogee Beach and bustling Fremantle. Would recommend people to live here.

It is hard to believe that is ranked one good suburbs to live. We have been renting in two different areas of Spearwood and we always have to cope with some very aggressive and abusive behaviour from drunk or under drugs neighbours! Gerald street and Melun street are full of units with crazy, loud and violent people! We have to call police every weekend and we have small children! If you are looking for a nice place to stay forget about it

After moving here from Mosman Park we were slightly concerned about the neighbourhood but it turned out to be the complete opposite. People were very welcoming and actually talk to each not just say hello. I love the vicinity to Manning Park and Coggee Beach and Freo. I reckon it’s still very affordable for the good location.

Prices of houses are still ok, it is central for walking, biking, bus and car . Close to Freo and the beach and we can see the ocean from our home.

Beautiful quiet and family friendly suburb. Has easy access to Coogee Beach, loads of local parks and shopping centres. Its only 10 minutes to Freo and 20 to the CBD, very easy to enjoy living here.

Great place to live shops school beach