Parking Near University of Western Australia, Nedlands
Where Can I Park for University of Western Australia?
At the University of Western Australia campus in Claremont, staff parking in Red bays costs $1.50 per hour, capped at $7.50 per day, while eligible students in Yellow bays pay $1 per hour, capped at $4 per day. Paid parking operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, and parking is free outside those hours unless signposted otherwise.
- Address
- 35 Stirling Highway, Claremont WA 6010
- Closest listed space
- Secure Private Parking Space in Crawley - 24/7 Access, 1.2 km (16 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Shenton Park railway station, 1.2 km (16 min walk)
Parking Near Nedlands
A university campus building Photo: Pexels / Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
UWA Campus Parking in Claremont
At the University of Western Australia campus at 35 Stirling Highway, Claremont WA 6010, staff parking costs $1.50 per hour and is capped at $7.50 per day in Red bays, while eligible students pay $1 per hour and are capped at $4 per day in Yellow bays (uwa.edu.au). These rates make campus bays the most direct choice for staff and eligible students who need to park close to classes or offices.
Paid parking on campus operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, with parking free outside those hours unless a sign says otherwise (uwa.edu.au). The campus speed limit is 25km/h (uwa.edu.au). UWA’s transport and parking service lists an office open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm and provides the phone number (+61 8) 6488 1229 and email unipark@uwa.edu.au (uwa.edu.au). Visitors should use the campus signage to identify the appropriate paid bay before leaving the car.
Parksy Spaces Close to University of Western Australia
Parksy lists a secure private parking space in Crawley, 1.2 km from the campus, at $150 a month. Its secure private space in Subiaco is 1.3 km away and costs $280 a month, while a secure 24/7 gated space in Jolimont is also 1.3 km away at $8 a day. The Crawley space suits staff or students wanting a monthly arrangement near campus, while the Jolimont option is better for a visitor or occasional commuter who prefers a daily price.
Two spaces in Floreat are 1.4 km away and each costs $300 a month: one is a secure private space and the other is public parking for cars and SUVs. A secure carport in Subiaco is 1.4 km away at $12.97 a day. Monthly spaces are suited to regular staff or students, while the daily Jolimont and Subiaco options fit shorter visits. The Floreat public space may also suit visitors who need a longer-term parking arrangement.
Shopping-Centre and Council Parking Near the Campus
The campus sits in Claremont near Nedlands, where drivers can consider nearby commercial and council-managed parking as alternatives to university bays. These options are separate from the UWA car parks and should be treated as destination parking rather than staff or student permit parking.
UWA’s paid parking rules apply Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, and parking is free outside those hours unless signposted otherwise (ticketswa.com). Parking near the university residential colleges is also governed by the City of Perth’s residential parking policy, which allows permits to be issued to UWA residential colleges including University Hall (perth.wa.gov.au).
Busy Periods and Street Restrictions Around UWA
Parking pressure is highest on weekdays during the paid period of 8am to 5pm, when staff and eligible students are using the campus bays (uwa.edu.au). Open days and campus events add visitor traffic, so arriving earlier is more practical than relying on a space beside the destination.
Street parking around the campus is controlled by posted restrictions, including residential permit arrangements connected with UWA residential colleges. The City of Perth’s residential parking policy covers permits for University Hall and other UWA residential colleges (perth.wa.gov.au). Drivers should avoid treating residential streets as overflow parking when a permit sign or time limit applies. Campus parking also has a 25km/h speed limit, which matters when moving through busy internal roads and car parks (uwa.edu.au).
Train and Walking Access to University of Western Australia
Shenton Park railway station is the nearest station, 1.2 km from the campus and a 16 min walk. It is the clearest rail option for students, staff and visitors who would rather avoid driving into Claremont near Nedlands, especially during weekday parking demand.
Daglish railway station is another train option, with an approximately 18 min walk to the campus. The two stations provide alternatives for commuters who can complete the final journey on foot, while the 1.2 km distance from Shenton Park gives a useful measure for comparing rail access with a nearby Parksy space.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for University of Western Australia?
At the University of Western Australia campus in Claremont, staff parking in Red bays costs $1.50 per hour, capped at $7.50 per day, while eligible students in Yellow bays pay $1 per hour, capped at $4 per day. Paid parking operates Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, and parking is free outside those hours unless signposted otherwise.
What Are the Closest Parksy Parking Options?
The closest listed option is a secure private parking space in Crawley, 1.2 km from campus, at $150 a month. A secure private space in Subiaco and a secure 24/7 gated space in Jolimont are each 1.3 km away. The Subiaco space costs $280 a month, while Jolimont costs $8 a day.
When Is Campus Parking Busiest?
Parking pressure is highest on weekdays during the paid period of 8am to 5pm, when staff and eligible students are using campus bays. Open days and campus events add visitor traffic, so arriving earlier is more practical than relying on a space beside the destination. Drivers should follow posted street restrictions and permit signs.
Can I Use Nearby Commercial or Council Parking?
Nearby commercial and council-managed parking can be considered as alternatives to university bays. These options are separate from the campus car parks and should be treated as destination parking rather than staff or student permit parking. Parking near residential colleges is governed by the City of Perth’s residential parking policy, including permits for University Hall.
What Public Transport Options Are Available?
Shenton Park railway station is the nearest station, 1.2 km from campus and a 16 min walk. Daglish railway station is another option, with an approximately 18 min walk to campus. Both stations suit commuters who prefer to avoid driving into Claremont near Nedlands and can complete the final journey on foot.
What Are the Campus Parking Rules and Contact Details?
The campus speed limit is 25km/h. The transport and parking service office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. Drivers can contact it on (+61 8) 6488 1229 or at unipark@uwa.edu.au. Visitors should use campus signage to identify the appropriate paid bay before leaving the car.
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