Bushmead
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bushmead, WA 6055.
About Bushmead
Welcome to Bushmead
Bushmead is a small, growing suburb in Perth's eastern foothills, tucked between Helena Valley and Koongamia around 25 kilometres from the CBD. It's one of those pockets of the metro area still finding its feet as a residential address, with new housing gradually filling in land that for decades sat on the semi-rural fringe of the Swan Valley and Darling Range.
With a population of just 677 and a median age of 32, Bushmead has the feel of a young, emerging community rather than an established suburb. It tends to suit families and first-time buyers drawn to the idea of space, greenery and a foothills outlook, without straying too far from the conveniences of Midland and the wider eastern suburbs.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Bushmead is quiet and largely residential, with day-to-day amenity found in the surrounding suburbs rather than within its own borders. Midland, a short drive away, does the heavy lifting for cafes, restaurants and larger retail, while the leafy character of neighbouring Boya and Gooseberry Hill adds a bushland feel to weekend drives and walks. It's a suburb that suits people who prioritise a semi-rural setting and don't mind travelling a little further for a night out.
Shopping
For everyday shopping, residents typically head into Midland Gateway or the Midland town centre, both well-stocked with supermarkets, homewares and specialty stores. Closer to home, the neighbouring pockets of Helena Valley and Koongamia offer smaller, more local options, but Bushmead itself remains primarily residential, with most retail and dining needs met just outside the suburb.
Getting around
Bushmead sits close to Great Eastern Highway, making it a reasonably direct run into Midland and, further along, the Perth CBD. Midland train station, on the Midland line, provides rail access into the city and is within a manageable drive for those who prefer to leave the car at home for the commute. The suburb's position in the foothills also means Roe Highway and the broader eastern arterial network aren't far off, useful for residents heading south toward the airport or Perth's southern suburbs.
Schools & families
Families in Bushmead generally look to schools in the surrounding suburbs, given its small and still-developing population. Its proximity to Midland and the established communities of Helena Valley and Koongamia means a range of primary and secondary options are within a short drive, making it a workable base for young households despite the suburb's compact size.
Parks & recreation
The appeal here leans heavily on the outdoors. Bushmead borders the greener, hillier terrain of Gooseberry Hill and Boya, both known for bushland reserves and lookout points over the Swan Valley and coastal plain. It's a part of Perth well suited to walking, cycling and simply enjoying a more elevated, treed landscape than you'll find closer to the city.
The property market
Bushmead's property market is overwhelmingly house-driven, with 97% of current listings being houses and just 3% land, reflecting a suburb that has moved past its raw land-release stage into established home ownership. The median house price sits at $1.20 million, backed by strong recent growth of 21.2%, a sign of solid buyer demand for this pocket of the foothills. Median rent of $895 per week points to a market that, while small, commands a premium likely tied to newer housing stock, block sizes and the lifestyle appeal of the surrounding hills. With such a small population base, the market here can move quickly on relatively few sales, so buyers and investors alike should watch listings closely.
Market snapshot
Bushmead property market
Median sale price
$1.20m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$895
per week
Gross rental yield
3.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$871k
Median
$1.20m
Premium
$1.47m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
26
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +25.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Bushmead by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Bushmead, WA 6055.
Population
677
residents (2021)
Median age
32
years
Household income
$2,742
median, per week
Median rent
$480
per week
Median mortgage
$2,199
per month
Mortgage / income
19%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Bushmead
$1.50m
28 Edmonton Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$1.05m
14 Rottnest Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
17 Broadmeadows Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$935k
27 Greenslope Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.42m
21 Edmonton Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$920k
1 Montague Grange
Sold ~June 2026
$1.07m
73 Broadmeadows Drive
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Bushmead suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Bushmead?
The median house price in Bushmead, WA is $1.20m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 21.2%.
How much is rent in Bushmead?
The median weekly rent in Bushmead is around $895 per week.
Is Bushmead a good place to live?
Bushmead is a suburb of Perth in the City of Swan, and is located 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) from Perth's central business district. Bushmead is an established residential suburb in WA, with a population of around 677.
What is the population of Bushmead?
Bushmead has a population of 677 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 32.
How long do homes take to sell in Bushmead?
Properties in Bushmead take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Bushmead?
Entry-level properties in Bushmead start around $871k, while premium homes reach $1.47m.
What suburbs are near Bushmead?
Suburbs near Bushmead include Helena Valley, Valley, Boya, Gooseberry Hill and Koongamia.
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