Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
22 Goulburn Parkway
Zoning & Regional Plan
R20
Residential Zone (R20)
LEP: Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale Local Planning Scheme No. 2
Height Limit
2 storeys
Min Lot Size
500m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Byford is a growing outer suburb of Perth in the Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale with solid public schooling through its own primary and secondary colleges. Independent and Catholic options are available within 3–4 km, offering alternative pathways. Verify current catchment boundaries directly with the Department of Education WA.
Likely public catchment
Byford properties are typically zoned for Byford Primary School and Byford Secondary College under the WA public school system.
Nearby schools
Byford Primary School
In catchmentByford Secondary College
In catchmentSerpentine Primary School
Riverside Christian College
St. Andrew's Anglican Grammar School
St. Catherine's Catholic Primary School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
22 Goulburn Parkway in Byford experiences light to moderate traffic conditions typical of outer metropolitan Perth. The area has good connectivity via Goulburn Parkway, a major north-south arterial serving the Serpentine-Jarrahdale region.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal peak-hour congestion expected. Morning and afternoon peak traffic flows are typically light on Goulburn Parkway in this southern corridor, with most congestion occurring closer to the Perth CBD.
Public Transport
Limited public transport access. Nearest bus services are approximately 1-2km away via local residential routes. The area is car-dependent with no proximity to train stations.
Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Byford is located in the southeastern Perth metropolitan area with predominantly elevated terrain and no major river overlays affecting the broader suburb. While the Canning River system flows through the region, Byford itself is generally situated above the primary flood-prone areas, resulting in low flood risk for most properties. Standard WA stormwater management practices apply, though individual property risk should be verified against City of Armadale flood mapping and local catchment studies.
Planning Controls
- •Western Australia Planning Commission (WAPC) Flood and Stormwater Management Guidelines
- •Local water management strategy compliance via City of Armadale
- •Canning River tributary catchment assessment for any riparian properties
- •Stormwater drainage and detention basin requirements for new development
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Byford is a semi-rural suburb in Perth's south-eastern fringe with moderate bushfire risk due to proximity to bushland areas and native vegetation typical of the region. Properties in Byford generally fall within BAL-19 under WA's Bushfire Prone Area mapping, requiring AS 3959 compliant construction standards. The risk is elevated compared to inner-Perth suburbs but remains moderate rather than high due to established residential development and distance from major forested areas.
Crime & Safety
Byford is a growing outer metropolitan suburb in Perth's south-eastern corridor with crime rates generally below Western Australian averages. The suburb experiences typical property crime patterns associated with developing residential areas, with theft and assault being the most frequently reported offences. Crime trends remain relatively stable with community policing initiatives supporting local safety outcomes.
Total Incidents
3,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Byford is experiencing moderate residential development activity as part of Perth's south-eastern growth corridor expansion. Current activity centres on residential subdivisions, town centre planning, and supporting infrastructure including school expansion. Development is progressing steadily with approved and under-construction estates, reflecting Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale planning for population growth.
Byford Town Centre Precinct
0 kmPlanned town centre development incorporating retail, residential apartments, and civic facilities to service the growing Byford locality.
Residential subdivision - Lot 501 Rankin Road
1.2 kmStaged residential subdivision creating 150+ residential lots across multiple stages in the Byford expansion area.
Byford Primary School expansion
0.8 kmDepartment of Education project expanding primary school capacity to support population growth in the south-eastern corridor.
Residential infill - multiple DAs
0.5 kmScattered infill development on existing titled lots within established Byford suburbs responding to urban densification planning.
Abernethy Road traffic improvements
1.5 kmLocal road upgrade and intersection improvements to support increased traffic from new residential subdivisions.
Residential estate - Rankin Stage
2 kmLarge-scale residential estate development with 200+ lots currently under construction in the southern growth corridor.
Heritage & Conservation
Byford is a developing outer suburb in the Perth metropolitan area with limited individual heritage listings. The suburb has relatively recent suburban character with scattered historical significance related to early farming settlement and the Serpentine River landscape, but lacks formal heritage conservation areas or restrictive overlays typical of inner-city suburbs.
Nearby Heritage Items