Go Back  British Expats > Living & Moving Abroad > Australia
Reload this Page >

Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Old May 18th 2008, 6:39 pm
  #1  
Just Joined
Thread Starter
 
Joined: Mar 2008
Location: Birmingham
Posts: 19
amt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really nice
Default Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Hi!!

I'm in my early 20's moving out in July ..... just wanting to get a locals perspective on Cottesloe and/or Fremantle as I've got about 2 days when I get there to find a house before I fly out for my first stint on a FIFO job....

Really appreciate any advice, especially regarding local amenities and any nightlife ..... I know they're both fairly pricey suburbs already so I guess just wanting an inside perspective on what they're like to live in!!!

Cheers,

Amy
amt383 is offline  
Old May 19th 2008, 12:14 am
  #2  
Forum Regular
 
leftfield's Avatar
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Location: Fremantle
Posts: 55
leftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really nice
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Hi
Cottesloe will probably be a bit more expensive than Fremantle.

Although Cottesloe has the beach there isn't much there really.
two pubs and a handful of restaurants /convenience stores.

Fremantle has much more going on with a more city/ town feel. Approximately 8 pubs couple of clubs, lots of shops and restaurants.

Its the only place in perth that I have been to that feels like it has any identity. ( I live in Fremantle so I am biased). Also there are a couple of beaches in town ( not great ones) but leighton Beach is 5 mins in car and cottesloe about 10-15mins.

As for getting a place to rent in a couple of days. You might have some trouble there. There are very few rentals available at the moment and often if you want to look at a place you have to wait until it is conveniant for the letting agent and then it is usually a group viewing with 20 odd people looking.

Check out http://www.realestate.com.au/ for rental prices.
leftfield is offline  
Old May 19th 2008, 12:25 am
  #3  
Just Joined
Thread Starter
 
Joined: Mar 2008
Location: Birmingham
Posts: 19
amt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really niceamt383 is just really nice
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

I think the whole 2 day thing is going to prove a bit of an issue and the best plan atm is going to try and find a houseshare I think...... Fremantle's sounding more and more like the place I'm gonna focus on though, heard nothing but good things about it!! Is it best to try and stick to the city centre, how far out does the 'good' area stretch??

Amy
amt383 is offline  
Old May 19th 2008, 12:41 am
  #4  
kopites are gobshites
 
this charming man's Avatar
 
Joined: Dec 2007
Location: sitting on the right hand of good
Posts: 628
this charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to behold
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

nobodys mentioned the fremantle beggars and winos yet,hanging around the shopping centres during the day.
Also, hands up whod like to walk from little creatures thru the park to the Esplanade hotel after dark?
Freo is good but its not great.
this charming man is offline  
Old May 19th 2008, 12:56 am
  #5  
BE Enthusiast
 
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 866
The_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to beholdThe_Wookie is a splendid one to behold
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Wow, someone's on a bit of a downer about Perth eh?
The_Wookie is offline  
Old May 19th 2008, 1:10 am
  #6  
Proudly Deplorable
 
Amazulu's Avatar
 
Joined: May 2003
Location: Alloha snack bar
Posts: 24,246
Amazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond reputeAmazulu has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Originally Posted by The_Wookie
Wow, someone's on a bit of a downer about Perth eh?
Exactly. The homeless/wino/wanker problem there is no different from any other waterfront/trendy area in Australia.
Amazulu is offline  
Old May 19th 2008, 1:21 am
  #7  
kopites are gobshites
 
this charming man's Avatar
 
Joined: Dec 2007
Location: sitting on the right hand of good
Posts: 628
this charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to beholdthis charming man is a splendid one to behold
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

I agree but where exactly was the OP asking information about? please see thread title............................
this charming man is offline  
Old May 20th 2008, 2:17 am
  #8  
Forum Regular
 
leftfield's Avatar
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Location: Fremantle
Posts: 55
leftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really nice
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Originally Posted by this charming man
nobodys mentioned the fremantle beggars and winos yet,hanging around the shopping centres during the day.
Also, hands up whod like to walk from little creatures thru the park to the Esplanade hotel after dark?
Freo is good but its not great.
Yes there are these in Fremantle much like a British town centre ( thats why I like it). But at least its not death by suburbia.
leftfield is offline  
Old May 20th 2008, 2:21 am
  #9  
Forum Regular
 
leftfield's Avatar
 
Joined: Feb 2008
Location: Fremantle
Posts: 55
leftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really niceleftfield is just really nice
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Originally Posted by amt383
I think the whole 2 day thing is going to prove a bit of an issue and the best plan atm is going to try and find a houseshare I think...... Fremantle's sounding more and more like the place I'm gonna focus on though, heard nothing but good things about it!! Is it best to try and stick to the city centre, how far out does the 'good' area stretch??

Amy
Just so you know the full picture lots of people in Perth complain that Fremantle is a 'rough' area.

But I think that is just due to there actually being people out and about having fun.
leftfield is offline  
Old May 20th 2008, 4:25 am
  #10  
BE Enthusiast
 
Vin 'n Bin's Avatar
 
Joined: Nov 2006
Location: Perth ( via Adelaide )
Posts: 776
Vin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to beholdVin 'n Bin is a splendid one to behold
Default Re: Cottesloe & Fremantle ..... a locals perspective?

Originally Posted by amt383
Hi!!

I'm in my early 20's moving out in July ..... just wanting to get a locals perspective on Cottesloe and/or Fremantle as I've got about 2 days when I get there to find a house before I fly out for my first stint on a FIFO job....

Really appreciate any advice, especially regarding local amenities and any nightlife ..... I know they're both fairly pricey suburbs already so I guess just wanting an inside perspective on what they're like to live in!!!

Cheers,

Amy
Hi Amy ...I've not been to Fremantle at night so can't personally comment. I do like it during the day though. I think you'll have Buckley's of finding a house in 2 days . There are a couple of 'Backpackers Hostels' which might suit your needs for 2 days
Best wishes.
Vin 'n Bin is offline  

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.