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Beresford, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Beresford is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 1,455. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,455 Population 1,018/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
9.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$29,338 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$29,338 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Beresford

Beresford is a northern coastal suburb of Geraldton, Western Australia. Its local government area is the City of Greater Geraldton.

People

Population1,455
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density1,018/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,338
Per Capita$29,338
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership57.3%
Housing Units582

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Sunny Days358/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population1,455
Population Density1,018 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates-28.7575°, 114.6197°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation9.2 inches (234 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,338
Median Age45.0 years

About Beresford

Beresford is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 1,455. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Beresford has a population of 1,455 with a density of 1,018 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,455
Total Population
1,018
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above Australia avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Beresford vs Australia Average

The median household income in Beresford is $29,338, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,338 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $564, 61% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 138 business establishments.

Income: Beresford vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$29,338
61% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$29,338
Avg Weekly Wage$564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Beresford is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 57.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 582 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.3%
Owner-Occupied57.3%
Renter-Occupied42.7%
Housing Units582

Property Tax

Climate in Beresford

Beresford has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.2°C), the coldest is Jul (14.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 384 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 18.4° / 31.8° 2.9
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 19.5° / 32.8° 7.1
Mar 24.8°C / 77°F 18.1° / 31.4° 15.6
Apr 22°C / 72°F 15.6° / 28.4° 21.4
May 19°C / 66°F 13.2° / 24.8° 54.8
Jun 16.2°C / 61°F 11.1° / 21.4° 74.7
Jul 14.7°C / 58°F 9.4° / 20° 82.0
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.5° 62.0
Sep 15.7°C / 60°F 9.3° / 22.1° 34.7
Oct 18.2°C / 65°F 11.3° / 25.1° 15.6
Nov 21°C / 70°F 14.2° / 27.7° 9.0
Dec 23.6°C / 74°F 16.8° / 30.4° 4.4
Beresford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 358 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 9.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days358 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,018/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7575°N, 114.6197°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.2"
76% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on May 11, 2003.

Jul 8, 1997 77 km WNW of Drummond Cove, Australia M4.3 82 km
Mar 17, 1991 41 km SSW of Kalbarri, Australia M3.8 92 km
Apr 10, 2003 57 km W of Port Denison, Australia M3.3 70 km
May 11, 2003 61 km SW of Tarcoola Beach, Australia M2.5 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Seroja (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Seroja Category 1 55 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in Warmest
March 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Coldest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest

Beresford has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 59°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and December the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Beresford

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Allendale Primary School
Geraldton Grammar School
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Radio Stations near Beresford

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Geraldton 98.1 AAC+ 33 kbps
Radio MAMA community, indigenous MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Beresford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Central Greenough Cafe & Visitor Centre
Western Australia Museum - Geraldton

Libraries in Beresford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Geraldton Library0.0

Gas Stations in Beresford

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atlas Fuel
BP

Shopping Malls in Beresford

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Northgate Shopping Centre

Breweries in Beresford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Batavia Brewing

Airports Near Beresford

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Geraldton AirportGETMedium Airport
Dongara AirportDOXSmall Airport
Howatharra AirstripSmall Airport
Lynton AirfieldSmall Airport
Northampton AirportSmall Airport
Taylors Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Valley ViewSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Beresford

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Geraldton Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beresford

What is the population of Beresford?

Beresford has a population of 1,455 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1,018 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Beresford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $29,338, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Beresford?

Beresford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 358 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.2 inches.

How is the job market in Beresford?

The unemployment rate in Beresford is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $564. There are 138 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Beresford?

The median home value in Beresford is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 57.3%.

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