Glenfield, Western Australia
Glenfield is a northern coastal suburb of Geraldton, in the Mid West region of Western Australia. It is a growing residential area known for its quiet lifestyle and beach access.
| Glenfield Geraldton, Western Australia | |
|---|---|
  Glenfield | |
| Coordinates | 28°41′31″S 114°36′40″E / 28.692°S 114.611°E |
| Population | 1,009 (as of 2021) |
| Location | 8 km (5 mi) N of Geraldton |
Location
Glenfield is located about 10 kilometers north of Geraldton’s city centre. It is bordered by:
- Drummond Cove to the north
- Sunset Beach to the south
- Spalding to the southeast
- The Indian Ocean to the west
Features
Glenfield is a mainly residential area with:
- Large housing blocks and newer developments
- Beach access for fishing, swimming, and surfing
- Quiet streets and open land
- A rural–coastal feel, popular with families and retirees
There are no major shopping centres in Glenfield, but nearby suburbs and Geraldton provide services and schools.
Glenfield was the location of the Northampton and Upper Chapman Valley railway lines, which met at Wokarina.[1]
Transport
Glenfield is connected to the rest of Geraldton by Chapman Road and North West Coastal Highway. Local roads and buses link the suburb to surrounding areas.
Population
As of 2021, Glenfield had a population of about 1,009 people, making it one of the smaller suburbs in the Geraldton area.
- ↑ "Railway map of Western Australia, 1952". Trove. Retrieved 20 August 2024.