Bassendean, Western Australia — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Bassendean, in the Town Of Bassendean local government area.
| Locality | Bassendean |
| State | Western Australia (WA) |
| Local Government Area | Town Of Bassendean |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -31.90836 |
| Longitude | 115.94434 |
| Population | 10,837 |
| Density | 1472.4 /km² |
| Area | 7.4 km² |
| Elevation | 19 m |
| Postcode | 6054 |
| Area Code | 08 |
| Distance to Perth | 9 km east-northeast |
Bassendean is a locality in the Town Of Bassendean local government area of Western Australia, Australia. It has a population of 10,837. The locality covers an area of 7.4 km², giving a population density of about 1472.4 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 19 m above sea level. It lies approximately 9 km east-northeast of Perth. Bassendean is located at 31.9084°S, 115.9443°E. It observes Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 6054.
Bassendean rests on the broad, alluvial plains flanking the Swan River, a place where the land exhales a gentle humidity and the light, particularly in the late afternoon, seems to thicken, painting the established suburbs in warm ochres and soft greys. It lies 3.7 km south-east of Morley, WA (from Morley, WA: bearing 124°T), and is situated 9.6 km east-north-east of Perth. The terrain here is generally flat, a fertile expanse shaped by the river’s ancient meandering, with pockets of remnant bushland hinting at a wilder past. The air carries the scent of well-watered lawns and the distant, sweetish perfume of flowering gums, a subtle fragrance that clings to the brickwork and the eaves of homes. Here, the rhythm of life feels tethered to the ebb and flow of the river, a constant, quiet presence in the town's consciousness.
This locality, long recognised for its agricultural potential, was early on a significant producer of vegetables and dairy, the rich soils of the river flats proving remarkably generous. Its history is intertwined with the development of the Perth metropolitan area, serving as a vital source of produce for its burgeoning population. Later, the establishment of light industries and manufacturing saw Bassendean evolve, with the hum of factories and workshops becoming a familiar sound. Today, while the agricultural roots remain a part of its character, the local economy has diversified, embracing a blend of residential living, small business, and a quiet appreciation for its connection to the natural environment, particularly the lifeblood of the Swan River that continues to define its landscape and its spirit.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Bassendean, Western Australia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Bassendean, in the Town Of Bassendean local government area.
Detailed location data for Bassendean includes the postcode (6054), telephone area code (08), and local government area (Town Of Bassendean), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bassendean is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |