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Bedford, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Bedford is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 5,333. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
5,333 Population 5,992/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population5,333
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density5,992/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population5,333
Population Density5,992 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-31.9113°, 115.8892°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Bedford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bedford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Bedford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bedford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 343 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Bedford has a population of 5,333 with a density of 5,992 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,333
Total Population
5,992
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Bedford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bedford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bedford is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bedford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bedford, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bedford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Bedford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density5,992/sq mi
Coordinates-31.9113°N, 115.8892°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
February 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 5.9 in
July 53°F (12°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
November 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in Driest

Bedford has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 53°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and December the driest (0.3").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,992/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bedford

What is the population of Bedford?

Bedford has a population of 5,333 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5,992 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Bedford expensive to live in?

Bedford is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bedford?

Bedford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Bedford?

Bedford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bedford?

35.0% of adults in Bedford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bedford?

The obesity rate in Bedford is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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