15 Willcock Street, Ardross WA 6153

FOR SALE or LEASE Premium Childcare Asset

Premium Turnkey Childcare Centre in Perth’s Blue-Chip Ardross / Applecross Catchment
An Exceptional Childcare Investment & Operator Opportunity

Positioned within one of Perth’s most affluent and tightly held family precincts, 15 Willcock Street, Ardross presents a rare opportunity to secure a newly completed, purpose-built childcare centre in a location renowned for strong demographics, quality schooling and sustained childcare demand.

Located just 8 kilometres from the Perth CBD and within the highly sought-after Ardross / Applecross educational corridor, this architecturally designed centre has been completed to an exceptional standard and is available for immediate occupation.

Whether you are an established childcare operator seeking strategic expansion, a new entrant looking to fast-track market entry, or an investor seeking a premium childcare asset, this is an opportunity that eliminates development risk, construction delays and fit-out costs.

ATTENTION CHILDCARE OPERATORS
Why Wait 2 Years to Build Your Own Centre?

This near-new childcare facility is available for immediate Sale or Lease and comes complete with all internal and external improvements, educational environments and playscape infrastructure already in place.

Simply move in and commence operations.
No planning delays.
No construction risk.
No escalating building costs.
Just a fully completed, operational childcare facility ready for occupancy.

Property Highlights
** Zoned RAC-0 under the City of Mellville Planning Scheme #6
** Purpose-built and completed in 2024
** Architecturally designed over two levels
** Premium internal and external fit-out included
** Functional indoor learning environments
** Extensive outdoor play areas and educational spaces
** Secure undercroft parking for 11 vehicles
** Strong depreciation benefits available
** Established residential catchment with strong family demographics
** Rare opportunity to secure a next-generation childcare asset
** Outstanding Education Catchment

The centre is positioned within one of Perth's most desirable family-oriented suburbs, surrounded by highly regarded public and private schools that continue to drive demand for premium childcare services.

Key Supply Metrics (Applecross Suburb Focus)
Population: 7,573 (Applecross); broader Applecross-Ardross SA2 13,443.
Children 0-4 years: 245 in Applecross.
Long Day Care (LDC) Centres: 2–4 centres in Applecross/Ardross core.
LDC Places: 87 in Applecross.
Children per LDC Place: 2.82 (Applecross) vs. 2.4 across Greater Perth — indicating moderately tighter supply locally than the metro average.
Other Places (e.g., Pre-School/Kindy/OOSH): Additional 50 places noted in some analyses.
Average Daily Fee: $171 (Applecross) vs. $161 Greater Perth — premium pricing reflecting affluent demographics.

In Ardross, specifically:
Average cost $170/day. Many centres rated "Meeting NQS".
Market Context: Childcare Supply & Demand (3km Radius)
The Ardross/Applecross catchment benefits from strong underlying demand supported by high household incomes, family-oriented demographics, and population growth.
Key Metrics (Applecross / Local Area):

Children per Long Day Care Place: 2.82 (tighter than Greater Perth average of 2.4).

Average Daily Fee: $170–$180 (premium pricing reflects affluent demand).

Demand Indicators:
Strong family-oriented catchment: Ardross, Applecross, and Mount Pleasant are affluent, high-income suburbs with excellent schools (public and private). This drives consistent demand for quality early education.
Population Trends: Applecross-Ardross SA2 has grown significantly since 2021 (14.6% increase). While the 0–4 cohort is a smaller % than the Perth average in some data, family migration and high household incomes support premium childcare uptake.
Workforce Participation: Standard-to-moderate driver of demand; dual-income professional families are common in the area.

Nearby Schools Include:
• Ardross Primary School
• Applecross Primary School
• Booragoon Primary School
• Brentwood Primary School
• Attadale Primary School
• Applecross Senior High School

The surrounding area is characterised by high household incomes, strong owner-occupancy, and an educated, professional demographic that consistently supports premium childcare services.

Lease Offering
Long-Term Lease Available
** Rental: starting from $279,000 pa + GST + Outgoings
** Initial Lease Term: 15 Years
** Option: Further 10-Year Option
** Security: Six (6) Months Bank Guarantee covering Rent and Outgoings
** Outgoings: Payable by Tenant
** Incentives: Attractive incentives available for suitably qualified operators

Investment Fundamentals
The Ardross / Applecross childcare market continues to demonstrate strong operational performance, supported by affluent family demographics and premium childcare fee structures. Comparable centres in the locality are charging daily fees of $170–$180 per child, reinforcing the strength of the market and long-term operational viability.

A Genuine Turnkey Opportunity
Opportunities to acquire or lease newly completed childcare centres in premium metropolitan locations are exceptionally rare.

15 Willcock Street offers the ability to secure a best-in-class childcare facility today, without the uncertainty, cost escalation and lead times associated with developing a new centre.

For Further Information and Inspection by Appointment Only.
Paul Perin
Licensee / Director
0411 514 346
[email protected]
harrperprojects.com.au