Duncraig, Western Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Duncraig, in the City Of Joondalup local government area.
| Locality | Duncraig |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | City Of Joondalup |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -31.83167 |
| Longitude | 115.77654 |
| Population | 15,982 |
| Density | 2070.2 /km² |
| Area | 7.7 km² |
| Elevation | 50 m |
| Postcode | 6023 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 15 km north-northwest |
Duncraig is a locality in the City Of Joondalup local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of 15,982. The locality covers an area of 7.7 km², giving a population density of about 2070.2 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 50 m above sea level. It lies approximately 15 km north-northwest of Perth. Duncraig is located at 31.8317°S, 115.7765°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6023.
Duncraig unfurls across a gentle undulation of sandy soil, a suburban landscape shaped by the coastal plain of Western Australia. It lies 11.0 km north-west of Dianella, WA (from Dianella, WA: bearing 305°T), and is situated 14.3 km west-north-west of Morley. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a faint, dry scent of eucalypt and something of the distant ocean, a subtle perfume that hints at the proximity of the Indian Ocean. Mature gum trees, their bark peeling in papery strips, stand sentinel along wide, paved streets, their leaves catching the sunlight and casting shifting mosaics of shade. The character of Duncraig is one of quiet domesticity, a place where manicured lawns meet the wilder scrubland that fringes its eastern edges, a constant reminder of the natural world that still holds sway. The light, when it begins to soften towards evening, transforms the ordinary into something more luminous, the pale yellow brickwork of houses glowing with a warm, borrowed radiance.
The story of Duncraig is woven into the broader development of Perth’s northern corridor, a region that transitioned from sandy heath and scattered farms to the sprawling suburbs of today. While not a place of ancient history, its development is a testament to post-war expansion and the evolving aspirations of a growing population seeking proximity to both work and the natural beauty of the coast. Local amenities, like the extensive parks and recreational facilities, speak to a community that values outdoor living and a balanced lifestyle, a subtle echo of the pioneers who first sought to tame this sandy terrain. The local economy, like much of the Perth metropolitan area, is diverse, with residents often commuting to commercial centres, though local shopping precincts provide a hub for daily needs and social connection. The nearby coastline, a short drive away, remains a significant drawcard, offering beaches that are a vital part of the Duncraig identity, shaping its leisure and its very essence.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Duncraig, Western Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Duncraig, in the City Of Joondalup local government area.
Detailed location data for Duncraig includes the postcode (6023), telephone area code (08), and local government area (City Of Joondalup), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Duncraig is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |