Karrakatta, Western Australia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Karrakatta Perth, Western Australia
Main entrance to Karrakatta Cemetery
Postcode(s)	6010
Location	8 km (5 mi) WSW of Perth CBD
LGA(s)	City of Nedlands
State electorate(s)	Nedlands
Federal Division(s)	Curtin
Suburbs around Karrakatta: Mount Claremont Shenton Park Shenton Park Mount Claremont Karrakatta Nedlands Claremont Nedlands Nedlands

Karrakatta is a suburb in Perth, Western Australia. It is part of the City of Nedlands. This area is about 7 kilometers west of Perth's main city center. Its postcode is 6010.

Karrakatta is split into two main parts. The Fremantle railway line runs right through the middle. South of the railway line, you'll find the Karrakatta Cemetery. This cemetery opened in 1899. There is also a small industrial area nearby. This area has businesses that make monuments and other related companies. It also holds the depot for the City of Nedlands.

North of the railway line and the Karrakatta railway station is a different area. This part is home to the Australian Defence Force's Irwin Army Barracks. This is a base for the Australian Army.

Getting Around Karrakatta

It's easy to get around Karrakatta using public transport. You can travel by bus or train.

Bus Services

•        Bus route 25 travels from Claremont Station to Shenton Park Station. This bus serves Smyth Road.
•        Bus route 27 goes from Claremont Station to East Perth. This bus serves Brockway Road.

Train Services

•              The Fremantle/Airport Line runs through Karrakatta.
  • You can catch a train at Karrakatta Station.
  • Another nearby station is Loch Street Station.