Eden Hill, Western Australia facts for kids

Eden Hill is a suburb located in the eastern part of Perth, Western Australia. It is part of the Town of Bassendean, which is a local government area. The suburb was officially recognized in 1954.

About Eden Hill

Eden Hill is a residential area where many people live. It covers an area of about 2.3 square kilometers.

Where is Eden Hill?

Eden Hill is about 13 kilometers (8 miles) northeast of Perth city center. It is also close to other suburbs like Midland and Guildford.

How Did Eden Hill Get Its Name?

The exact reason for the name "Eden Hill" is not fully known. It might have come from a farm that was once in the area. Another idea is that Henry Brockman used it as a name for his land when he divided it into smaller plots in 1892. Henry Brockman was an important person in Australian politics.

Who Lives in Eden Hill?

According to a count done in 2016, there were 3,454 people living in Eden Hill. The suburb makes up most of the North Ward within the Town of Bassendean. A "ward" is like a section of a town or city. The Swan Valley Nyungah Community, an Indigenous group, also has historical ties to this area.

Fun Places and Facilities

Eden Hill has several places for people to enjoy. These include:

• Jubilee Reserve
• Mary Crescent Reserve
• Ashley Shave Skatepark, a great spot for skateboarding
• The Alf Faulkner community center, a place for local events
• Eden Hill Primary School, a local school for children

Getting Around Eden Hill

Public transport helps people move around Eden Hill and reach other parts of Perth.

Bus Routes

Several bus routes serve Eden Hill, connecting it to nearby areas:

• Buses 341 and 342 travel from Morley Bus Station to Beechboro. They use Walter Road East, Lord Street, and Morley Drive.
• Bus 353 goes from Bassendean Station to Henley Brook Bus Station. This bus serves Lord Street.
• Bus 955 connects Morley Bus Station to Ellenbrook North. It travels along Ivanhoe Street.