We have never stayed NOR, so it's hard to compare but I would say it is good for young families. The golf club has stuff for juniors, State Swim for lessons and there is Larkhill sports ground and of course Life Saving Club for Nippers or learn to surf. Playgroup at the Community Centre. I would go so far as to say we think it's the nicest spot between Mandurah and Rockingham. But we're biased. We have been here for 4.5 years and been quite comfortable with it as a suburb.
We even have a house for sale for you! With a pool. (Moving to UK coz hubby has good job offer and his mum back there all on her own.) Also only neighbours either side & behind and not across from us as there is reserve opposite, so not got nosey Jones' here!
Home Open this Sunday. Come have a nosey.
http://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-wa-secret+harbour-113800471