Learn more about the Alkimos and Eglinton neighbourhood.
Alkimos and Eglinton together reflect a developing sense of place shaped by coastal living, planned growth and future-focused design along Perth’s northern coastline. Alkimos is part of the high-growth coastal corridor, characterised by contemporary residential estates designed around sustainable principles and a strong relationship with the natural coastal environment, appealing to residents seeking modern suburban comfort alongside beachside living. Eglinton, closely linked to Alkimos through local planning frameworks, shares this emerging coastal identity, with ongoing development, expanding housing options and anticipated future infrastructure. Together, these suburbs represent a growing coastal community defined by change, opportunity and a balance between environmental values and long-term urban growth.
Alkimos was named after the Greek freighter Alkimos, which ran aground on the coast adjacent to the suburb in May of 1967. Remnants of the ship remain on the Eglinton Rocks and can still be seen today from the shore of Shorehaven Beach.
Eglinton is named after the baroque sailing vessel Eglinton which was carrying general cargo and 65,000 gold sovereigns when it wrecked on Eglinton Reef in 1852. Eglinton was approved as a suburb name in 1974.
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