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Scarborough Beach People

A beach is only as good as its people. These pages celebrate the locals, business owners, athletes and characters who make Scarborough one of Perth's friendliest communities.

Explore Scarborough people

  • Business people: owners and operators of Scarborough cafés, hotels, shops and services.
  • Social: club nights, community events and celebrations.
  • Sport: surf lifesavers, surfers and local sporting identities.
  • Contribute: email photos of Scarborough personalities to ben@scarboro.info.

Who are the people of Scarborough?

Scarborough is home to around 17,600 residents (2021 Census), about a quarter of them born overseas, many in the United Kingdom. Add holidaymakers, backpackers, surfers and day-trippers and you get a diverse, outdoorsy community centred on the beach. This section of Scarboro.info collects photos and stories of Scarborough Beach personalities.

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Owners of Mills Fishing Charters at the Scarboro Surf Life Saving Club
Owners of Mills Fishing Charters of Perth at the Scarboro Surf Life Saving Club.

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We are collecting photos of Scarborough Beach personalities — business, social, sporting and historical. Please email JPG photos to ben@scarboro.info for inclusion. Photos are reduced in size to keep pages fast. Email us if you would like your photo added or removed.

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Last updated 2 November 2026 · Scarboro.info, an independent guide to Scarborough Beach, Perth.

Frequently asked questions

How many people live in Scarborough, Perth?

Scarborough had a population of about 17,600 at the 2021 Census.

How can I add a photo to the Scarborough people pages?

Email a JPG photo with a short description to ben@scarboro.info.

Can I have my photo removed from Scarboro.info?

Yes. Email ben@scarboro.info with the page and photo details and it will be removed.

Who are Scarborough's local political representatives?

Scarborough is in the City of Stirling, the state electorate of Scarborough and the federal Division of Curtin. See the government page for details.

Are there community groups in Scarborough?

Yes, including the surf life saving club, sporting clubs, coastcare volunteers and school P&Cs. See the community page.

What is the Scarborough community like?

Relaxed, outdoorsy and diverse, with many residents born overseas and a strong beach and surf culture.

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