Western Australia location profile
Bertram WA 6167
Bertram is a modern, family-friendly suburb in the City of Kwinana known for affordable housing, newer estates, and easy freeway and train access. It appeals to young families and commuters seeking a quiet residential feel close to major amenities.
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Why families consider Bertram
Predominantly young families and first-home buyers in contemporary homes, with a suburban lifestyle centered on schools, parks, and local shopping. Many residents commute via the Mandurah train line or Kwinana Freeway, while others work in the nearby Kwinana industrial and logistics precincts.
Amenities & services
- Bertram Central (local shopping centre)
- Kwinana Marketplace (Kwinana Town Centre)
- Wellard Square (nearby)
- Bertram Family Medical Centre
- Kwinana Medical Centre
- Rockingham General Hospital (Cooloongup)
- Local cafes and takeaways in Bertram and Wellard
- Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre, Kwinana Town Centre
- Rockingham Library, Rockingham
Transport & connectivity
- Kwinana Station (Mandurah Line); Wellard Station (Mandurah Line)
- Transperth bus services linking Bertram with Kwinana/Wellard stations and Kwinana Town Centre
- Kwinana Freeway, Thomas Road, Bertram Road, Johnson Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Kwinana Adventure Park (Calista)
- Kwinana Recquatic (aquatic and fitness centre)
- Kwinana Golf Club (Calista)
- Koorliny Arts Centre (Kwinana Town Centre)
- Local playgrounds and sports ovals at Bertram Oval
- Bertram Oval
- The Spectacles (Beeliar Regional Park)
- Kwinana Golf Course (Calista)
Education context
Multiple long day care and family day care options within Bertram and nearby Wellard/Kwinana, plus OSHC at local schools; infant places can be competitive while availability is generally better for 2+ years.
- Murdoch University, South Street campus (Murdoch)
- Curtin University, Bentley campus (Bentley)
- The University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle campus (Fremantle)