Wellard, WA Suburb Profile

Wellard in Western Australia is a suburb south of Perth. It is part of the Perth Metropolitan area, located in the City of Kwinana.

Wellard is located 33 kilometres south of Perth CBD. Travelling by car takes around 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. By public transport, the trip from Wellard to Perth can take 35 minutes.

Oakebella in Wellard is close to both Wellard and Kwinana Train Stations, and there are buses 541 and 544 running along Johnson Road, making it easy to travel to nearby cities and town centres.

The largest age group in Wellard is 30-39, followed by 0-9. Most households are made up of couples with children. The suburb features a range of housing options for families, with 62% of dwellings having 4 or more bedrooms.

Families benefit from the excellent local schools, parks, and shopping facilities, plus a fun-filled life with wide open spaces.

Learn more about life in Wellard.

The postcode for Wellard in WA is 6170.

Did you know: Wellard was named after John Wellard, an agriculturalist who owned a farm near the site in the 1860s. The name “Oakebella” is a subtle nod to this agricultural history.

Read more about the history of Wellard and Oakebella.

With over 10 parks and play areas, great schools, and recently renewed community facilities, Wellard is a place where kids thrive.

Daily life is convenient, with Wellard Square, Kwinana Marketplace, Baldivis Shopping Centre and Cockburn Gateway all located a short drive away.

Learn more about the shopping and retail hubs near Wellard, WA.

There are also medical clinics like Wellard Family Practice and Bertram Family Medical Centre within Wellard, as well as several childcare centres in the local area.

Bottom line? Wellard is an excellent suburb for families.

Oakebella is located close to great schools. Wellard Primary School and The King’s College are both within walking distance, and the local area is home to several more schools:

• Wellard Village Primary School (opened in 2023)
• Leda Primary School
• St Vincent’s Primary School
• Bertram Primary School
• Calista Primary School
• Orelia Primary School
• Peter Carnley Anglican Community School (K-12)
• Gilmore College (7-12)

South Metropolitan TAFE has a campus 7 minutes away in Kwinana, and another less than 15 minutes away in Rockingham. Murdoch University also has a campus in Rockingham.

Get to know the schools near Oakebella in Wellard.

Note that intake areas vary by school. We recommend contacting the school to confirm their intake borders.

Wellard is all about fun-filled family living. Within the suburb, you’ve got plenty of parks and natural landscapes to explore, like Bollard Bulrush Wetlands.

There are also loads of local sporting and community groups, including:

• Shoalwater Bay Cricket Club
• Kwinana Knights Junior Football Club
• Port Kennedy Soccer Club
• White Knights Baldivis Cricket Club
• Henley Reserve Weekly Walking Group
• Kwinana Bowling Club
• Kwinana Swimming Club

Or you can venture a little further to enjoy a day out at Kwinana Adventure Park, Kwinana Recquatic, or Kwinana Beach.

The kids (and adults too) will never tire of places to see and things to do!

Learn more about the laid-back lifestyle in Wellard.

From casual coffee catch-ups to fancy family meals, you will be spoiled for choice by the café, bars and restaurants near Wellard. Here’s a quick list of some local favourites:

• Kwinana Café: Great coffee and quick bites near Kwinana beach.
• Bliss Momos: Hidden gem with Nepalese-inspired bites and great coffee.
• My Noodle Rules: Delicious Asian cuisine with vegetarian options.
• The Wellard: A family-friendly, farm-to-table bistro by the train station.
• King Road Brewing Co: Handcrafted beers and a family-friendly vibe.

Discover more entertainment and restaurant options in Wellard.

Oakebella, developed by Satterley, has a variety of land for sale to suit families of all sizes. Lots under $300k are available, but the stages are selling fast! Keep an eye on Oakebella to find land for sale in Wellard.

Oakebella also offers house and land packages in Wellard. There are 3, 4 and 5-bedroom homes currently available, with stunning designs by WA’s best home builders.

As an added bonus, every new home in Oakebella comes with front yard landscaping and NBN fibre to the premises. Learn more about the inclusions that make life at Oakebella beautiful.