Stratton, Western Australia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids StrattonPerth, Western Australia |
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Toodyay Road railway crossing, next to Reid Highway, Stratton, Western Australia
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| Postcode(s) | 6056 | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Swan | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Midland | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Hasluck | ||||||||||||||
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Stratton is a suburb located in the eastern part of Perth, Western Australia. It is mostly a place where people live and is part of the City of Swan local government area.
Stratton was not always called by its current name. It used to be known as Wexcombe. The name Stratton was chosen in 1989. It was named to honor a special person named John Peter Stratton.
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Who Was John Peter Stratton?
John Peter Stratton was an important person in the area. He was a farmer and a businessman. He also owned land in the local area.
His Role in Trotting
John Peter Stratton was also the president of the Western Australian Trotting Association for a long time. He held this important role from 1930 until 1966. Trotting is a type of horse racing where horses pull a driver in a two-wheeled cart called a sulky.
Where is Stratton Located?
Stratton is in a good spot in Perth. It is close to other suburbs and main roads.
Nearby Areas
- To the northwest, north, and west, you will find Middle Swan.
- To the northeast and east, it is next to Jane Brook.
- To the southwest, you can find Midvale.
- To the south and southeast, it borders Swan View.
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The railway crossing on Toodyay Road, near Reid Highway in Stratton.
