Carramar
WA 6031 • Greater Perth
About Carramar
Carramar is a modern family suburb in Perth's northern corridor, located 30 kilometres from the Perth CBD within the City of Wanneroo. Established in 1995 as a subdivision of Neerabup, the suburb has grown to a population of over 7,000 residents. The name Carramar comes from an Aboriginal word meaning "shade of trees", reflecting the native bushland that once dominated the area.
The suburb offers excellent amenities including Carramar Village Shopping Centre, the Bob Stanton-designed Carramar Golf Course, and Houghton Park with its sporting oval and community centre. Carramar Primary School and nearby Joseph Banks Secondary College serve local families. The area attracts young families seeking affordable housing in a well-planned estate with parks, playgrounds, and access to Perth's northern suburbs via Joondalup Drive and Wanneroo Road.
Carramar falls under postcode 6031 and is governed by Wanneroo Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wanneroo electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 391 — Joondalup Station via Wanneroo Rd 20 min
- 467 — Whitfords to Joondalup via Joondalup Dr 15-25 min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Bus to Joondalup or Whitfords Station then train; Mitchell Freeway access
Local shops walkable; car needed for most destinations
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsCnr Joondalup And Cheriton Drives Carramar 6031 WA
Schools
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6 Kurrajong Boulevard
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71 Houghton Drive
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14 Mist Place
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 1,557
- 2. South Africa 344
- 3. Scotland 241
- 4. New Zealand 219
- 5. Ireland 130
- 6. Zimbabwe 105
- 7. India 75
- 8. Wales 55
- 9. Philippines 44
- 10. Germany 38
- 11. Canada 23
- 12. Iran 23
- 13. China 18
- 14. Netherlands 18
- 15. Egypt 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)