Bedford
WA 6052 • Greater Perth
About Bedford
Bedford is an inner-northern suburb of Perth, situated approximately 7 kilometres northeast of the CBD within the City of Bayswater. Home to around 5,700 residents, it has a youthful demographic with a median age of 20-39 and a fairly even mix of families (47%) and singles (53%). Owner-occupancy sits at 70%, reflecting its appeal to both homeowners and renters.
The suburb offers a convenient lifestyle with a range of local shops, cafés, and restaurants along Beaufort Street and Grand Promenade. Bedford is close to several parks and the popular café strip of nearby Inglewood and Mount Lawley. It attracts young professionals and couples who value proximity to the city, a vibrant dining scene, and affordable property prices compared to neighbouring inner-city suburbs.
Bedford falls under postcode 6052 and is governed by Bayswater Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maylands electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 41, 42 — Perth CBD via Beaufort Street 20 min
- 340, 341 — Morley / Dianella 15 min
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Easy access via Guildford Road or Beaufort Street
Good walkability with shops along Grand Promenade and Beaufort Street, plus nearby Bayswater station.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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1104 Beaufort Street
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169 Salisbury Street
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34 Normanby Road
Housing 2021 Census
131 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 267
- 2. Vietnam 139
- 3. New Zealand 114
- 4. Italy 113
- 5. India 110
- 6. China 94
- 7. Malaysia 89
- 8. Ireland 67
- 9. Myanmar 50
- 10. Scotland 45
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)