Suburb Property Profile: Byford, WA 6122

Located approximately 33–38km southeast of Perth's CBD, Byford sits within the Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale, on the edge of Jarrahdale State Forest. Originally gazetted under the name "Beenup" in 1906 before being renamed Byford in 1920, the town has transformed from an entirely rural district into one of Perth's fastest-growing outer suburbs. Buyers are drawn here for larger blocks, a laid-back, semi-rural lifestyle and — since late 2025 — a brand-new train station connecting straight into the city. Here's our comprehensive guide to the area.

Location Demographics

The population of Byford sits at 18,878 according to the 2021 Census, and has continued growing rapidly since, with local estate developers estimating around 24,500 residents by 2025 — nearly doubling in under a decade. Families make up more than 82% of all households, with the majority of homes having four bedrooms, reflecting demand for space among growing families.

Travel & Infrastructure

The new Byford railway station opened on 12 October 2025 as the southern terminus of the Armadale line, upgraded from a single-platform regional stop to a full metropolitan station with 8 trains per hour at peak, a bus interchange and parking for around 400 cars — giving residents a roughly 42-minute train ride into the Perth CBD. By road, the drive to the city typically takes 35–55 minutes outside peak periods.

Shopping

Byford Market Place, which opened in 2018, is anchored by a large Woolworths alongside cafes, restaurants, medical services and other specialty stores. Lakeside Plaza adds an IGA Fresh supermarket and further retail on the corner of Doley and Mead Roads, and for bigger shopping trips, Coles, Aldi and further options are available a short drive away in Armadale.

Schools & Recreation

Byford has a strong choice of schools, including Byford Primary School, Marri Grove Primary School, Woodland Grove Primary School and Beenyup Primary School, with Salvado Catholic College providing a Catholic option. Byford Secondary College, established in 2014, serves public secondary students locally.

Local Amenities

Byford's semi-rural setting is a genuine drawcard — the Byford Koala Park sits right in the suburb, alongside numerous parks and reserves including Hidden Tree Park and Bill Hicks Reserve. Despite being inland, the beaches at Kwinana and Rockingham are only around 25 minutes away, and the local Country Club rounds out the suburb's dining and recreation options.

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