HOUSE, 38 SCOTT STREET, SOUTH FREMANTLE WA 6162
DESCRIPTION
Heritage TitleHOUSE, 38 SCOTT STREETAddress38 Scott Street SOUTH FREMANTLE WA 6162Geo tag[1] Heritage Place No21680Construction Commenced1927Construction MaterialRoof – METAL: Corrugated IronWall – TIMBER: WeatherboardFormer W.A. Heritage ThemesDEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY: Land allocation & subdivisionStatement Of SignificanceHOUSE, 38 SCOTT STREET a single storey timber and iron roofed house, is a representative example of a modest timber dwelling constructed in c1927, reflecting the architectural and social trends of the Inter-War period (c. 1915–1940). This place is significant as a modest yet important example of Fremantle’s residential history.
The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. The house exhibits characteristic features of the Inter-War Bungalow style. These elements contribute to the historical streetscape and the broader residential character of Fremantle. This bungalow reflects the suburban expansion of Fremantle, when economic growth and advances in transportation facilitated the development of modest worker and middle-class housing. It provides insight into the living conditions and domestic architecture of the era.
The house contributes to Fremantle’s community identity, representing a period when the area saw increased residential development to accommodate a growing population. It remains significant as part of the city’s evolving heritage and connection to its working-class past.
This house is am example of the type and retains key architectural features that typify the period.ArchaeologyConditionCondition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).HistoryHouse, 38 Scott Street was built between 1925 and 1930. In 1929/30, Mary Dearly and Lucy Pope were listed as the owners; John Dearle was listed as the occupant. This remained the situation until c. 1950, when Lucy Pope was listed as the sole owner. She was also listed as the occupant from c. 1950 until her death c. 1960. House, 38 Scott Street was subsequently bought by George and Marica Bozikovich, who owned the house for a few years before selling to Vladimir Sokolich. Mr Sokolich owned the house until the 1980s. A diagram dated 1954 shows a weatherboard house with a full length front verandah wrapping around one side. A curved path in the backyard linked the house with various galvanised iron outbuildings. Scott Street was named for Captain Daniel Scott, the first Harbour Master and first chairman of the Fremantle Town Trust.Physical DescriptionSingle storey weatherboard and iron cottage with an asymmetrical front facade. The walls are painted horizontal weatherboards. The roof hipped with eaves and clad with corrugated iron. There is a low stone fence to the front boundary with a small garden area behind.AssociationPlace UseOriginal Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residencePresent Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residenceIntegrity/AuthenticityMedium degree of integrity (original intent partially clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). Medium degree of authenticity with some original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).Place TypeIndividual Building or Group
The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. The house exhibits characteristic features of the Inter-War Bungalow style. These elements contribute to the historical streetscape and the broader residential character of Fremantle. This bungalow reflects the suburban expansion of Fremantle, when economic growth and advances in transportation facilitated the development of modest worker and middle-class housing. It provides insight into the living conditions and domestic architecture of the era.
The house contributes to Fremantle’s community identity, representing a period when the area saw increased residential development to accommodate a growing population. It remains significant as part of the city’s evolving heritage and connection to its working-class past.
This house is am example of the type and retains key architectural features that typify the period.ArchaeologyConditionCondition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).HistoryHouse, 38 Scott Street was built between 1925 and 1930. In 1929/30, Mary Dearly and Lucy Pope were listed as the owners; John Dearle was listed as the occupant. This remained the situation until c. 1950, when Lucy Pope was listed as the sole owner. She was also listed as the occupant from c. 1950 until her death c. 1960. House, 38 Scott Street was subsequently bought by George and Marica Bozikovich, who owned the house for a few years before selling to Vladimir Sokolich. Mr Sokolich owned the house until the 1980s. A diagram dated 1954 shows a weatherboard house with a full length front verandah wrapping around one side. A curved path in the backyard linked the house with various galvanised iron outbuildings. Scott Street was named for Captain Daniel Scott, the first Harbour Master and first chairman of the Fremantle Town Trust.Physical DescriptionSingle storey weatherboard and iron cottage with an asymmetrical front facade. The walls are painted horizontal weatherboards. The roof hipped with eaves and clad with corrugated iron. There is a low stone fence to the front boundary with a small garden area behind.AssociationPlace UseOriginal Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residencePresent Use – RESIDENTIAL: Single storey residenceIntegrity/AuthenticityMedium degree of integrity (original intent partially clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). Medium degree of authenticity with some original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).Place TypeIndividual Building or Group
Statutory Heritage Areas
Statutory Heritage Area CustodianCity of FremantleStatutory Heritage Area South Fremantle Heritage AreaHeritage Area StatusContributoryHeritage Area InHerit Number22386Statutory Heritage Area Date04/03/2001
Local Government Statutory Heritage Listings
Local Government Statutory Listing CustodianCity of FremantleLocal Government Statutory Listing TypeHeritage ListLocal Government Statutory Listing StatusYesLocal Government Statutory Listing Date27/08/2025
Local Government Non-Statutory Local Heritage Survey
Local Government Non-Statutory Local Heritage Survey CustodianCity of FremantleLocal Government Non-Statutory Local Heritage Survey Date27/08/2025Local Government Non-Statutory Listing Local Heritage Survey Management CategoryLevel 3
PARENT PLACE
Parent Place No22386Parent place nameSouth Fremantle Heritage Area
RELATED
HOUSE, 38 SCOTT STREET, SOUTH FREMANTLE WA 6162. City of Fremantle Local History Centre, accessed 25/05/2026, https://history.fremantle.wa.gov.au/nodes/view/37743