East Fremantle, 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 East Fremantle, in the Town Of East Fremantle local government area.
| Locality | East Fremantle |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | Town Of East Fremantle |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -32.03536 |
| Longitude | 115.76879 |
| Population | 7,209 |
| Density | 1943.1 /km² |
| Area | 3.7 km² |
| Elevation | 7 m |
| Postcode | 6158 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 13 km southwest |
East Fremantle is a locality in the Town Of East Fremantle local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of approximately 7,209. The locality covers an area of 3.7 km², giving a population density of about 1943.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 7 m above sea level. It lies approximately 13 km southwest of Perth. East Fremantle is located at 32.0354°S, 115.7688°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6158.
East Fremantle lies where the Swan River kisses the Indian Ocean, a sliver of land where the salty air carries the scent of eucalyptus and the distant cry of gulls. It lies 12.3 km south-west of Perth, WA (from Perth, WA: bearing 223°T), and is situated 11.5 km west of Willetton. The terrain here is gently undulating, rising towards the western edge where the land meets the sea with a quiet dignity, its sandstone foundations hinting at a deeper, older earth. Ancient fig trees, their limbs reaching out like weathered arms, cast dappled shadows over footpaths, and the light at dusk often paints the sky in hues of apricot and rose, reflecting softly on the calm waters of the river. The character of East Fremantle is one of settled grace, a place where the pace of life seems to slow, allowing for contemplation of the broad sky and the constant, reassuring presence of the water.
The history of East Fremantle is intrinsically linked to the river and the harbour, a place where early settlers found fertile ground and a vital artery for trade. Its economy, once heavily reliant on maritime activities and the nearby Fremantle port, has diversified, embracing a vibrant local business scene and attracting a steady stream of visitors drawn to its waterside charm. Notable landmarks, like the iconic Fremantle Prison just across the river, whisper tales of a more turbulent past, while the present hums with the quiet industry of its cafés, boutiques, and residential streets. The Swan River itself, a constant companion, shapes the daily rhythm, offering opportunities for recreation and a visual reminder of the land’s enduring connection to the sea, a connection that continues to define the unique spirit of East Fremantle.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of East Fremantle, 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 East Fremantle, in the Town Of East Fremantle local government area.
Detailed location data for East Fremantle includes the postcode (6158), telephone area code (08), and local government area (Town Of East Fremantle), 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 East Fremantle 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. |