There are various bus stations in North Fremantle, providing access to outer Perth suburbs.

[3] The primary impetus for the early development of North Fremantle was the arrival of convicts, and pensioner guards in 1850.

The municipality reunited with the City of Fremantle by an order of the Governor in Executive Council as from 1 November 1961.

North Fremantle has seen an increase of locally owned business along Stirling Highway including various cafes, restaurants[10] and bars.

The area's strong afternoon sea breeze (known as the "Fremantle Doctor") makes its ocean beaches a prime location for wind and kite surfing.