Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
151a The Strand
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential Zone (R20)
LEP: City of Subiaco Local Planning Scheme No. 2
Height Limit
9m (approximately 2–3 storeys)
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Bedford is a western Perth suburb with solid public schooling options anchored by Bedford Primary and Stirling Senior High. Families have several Catholic and independent alternatives within a short distance, including Scotch College and Perth Modern School. Always confirm exact catchment zones with the WA Department of Education, as boundaries can change.
Likely public catchment
Bedford is likely zoned for Bedford Primary School (public) and Stirling Senior High School (public secondary). Verify current catchment boundaries with the Department of Education and Training WA.
Nearby schools
Bedford Primary School
In catchmentStirling Senior High School
In catchmentSt. Stephen's Catholic Primary School
Scotch College
Perth Modern School
Corpus Christi Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
151a The Strand, Bedford is located in a moderately accessible area with reasonable connectivity to regional routes. Traffic conditions are typically light to moderate during off-peak hours, with moderate congestion during peak periods due to proximity to surrounding suburban areas.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Morning (7-9am) and evening (4-6pm) peak hours see increased traffic flow on The Strand and nearby residential streets as commuters travel to/from Perth CBD and surrounding employment centers. Guildford Road experiences heavier congestion during these periods.
Public Transport
Approximately 800-1000 meters to nearest bus stops on The Strand with Transperth services. Limited walking distance to frequent public transport; car dependency is moderate for this area.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Bedford is a suburban locality in Perth, WA with generally low flood risk. While the Swan River system is present in the broader region, Bedford itself is predominantly elevated and inland with limited documented flood-prone areas. Standard stormwater management and local planning controls typically apply rather than specific flood overlays.
Planning Controls
- •Swan River and tributary flood studies may apply to properties near waterways
- •Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) guidelines for flood-prone areas
- •Local government development standards for stormwater management and drainage
- •Potential requirements for finished floor levels in flood-adjacent or low-lying areas
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Bedford is an established inner-northern suburb of Perth with moderate urban density and limited bushland interface. The suburb does not fall within a mapped Bushfire Prone Area under WA DFES mapping, and typical residential properties experience low bushfire risk. Standard building practices apply rather than elevated AS 3959 BAL construction standards.
Crime & Safety
Bedford is a suburban area in Western Australia with crime rates broadly consistent with statewide averages. Theft-related offences represent the largest category of reported crime, while violent crime remains moderate. The suburb has maintained relatively stable crime patterns over recent years with no significant escalation trends.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Bedford is a mature, established Perth suburb with modest development activity focused on infill residential subdivision, council infrastructure upgrades, and participation in broader outer-growth-corridor expansion. Development pressure remains moderate, reflecting typical post-GFC patterns of gentle densification rather than major precinct transformation.
Bedford residential infill DA
0.5 kmSmall-scale residential infill and lot subdivision typical of established Perth suburbs seeking gentle densification.
Local streetscape and drainage upgrade
1.2 kmCouncil-led drainage and streetscape improvements to support incremental residential growth and manage stormwater.
Nearby mixed-use neighbourhood centre
2.5 kmSmall-scale mixed-use development in adjacent precinct combining retail, services and medium-density residential.
Residential land release - outer growth corridor
3.5 kmStaged residential subdivision in broader Perth outer growth corridor expanding housing supply eastward.
Heritage & Conservation
Bedford is a suburban locality in Perth's outer metropolitan area with limited heritage significance. The area has no formal conservation overlays or widespread heritage listings, being predominantly a modern residential and semi-rural suburb developed from the mid-20th century onward. Any heritage items are likely to be isolated early farmsteads or remnant structures of minimal local significance.
Nearby Heritage Items