Langford, Western Australia facts for kids

Langford is a suburb found in Perth, Western Australia. It is part of the City of Gosnells. The postcode for Langford is 6147.

Langford got its name from William Henry Langford. He was a local councillor and chairman of the Gosnells Road Board for a long time. A "Road Board" was like a local council that managed roads and other services. The Gosnells Road Board suggested the name in September 1966. They worked with the State Housing Commission to choose it. The name was officially approved in January 1967.

Langford is a residential area where many families live. It is about 11 kilometers from the center of Perth. The suburb was first built with public housing, which means homes provided by the government. Over time, many of these homes have been updated or sold to private owners.

Langford has many useful places for its residents. It is close to major roads like Roe Highway and Albany Highway. There are several schools, including Brookman Primary School, St Judes Catholic School, and Langford Islamic College. You can also find churches, a sports complex, and the Langford Village Shopping Centre. This shopping center has restaurants, a tavern, a delicatessen, and a pharmacy.

Getting Around Langford: Transport Options

Bus Services in Langford

Buses are a great way to travel around Langford and to other parts of Perth. Several bus routes serve the area:

•        Bus route 206 travels from Cannington Station to Murdoch University. It uses Nicholson Road, Langford Avenue, and Spencer Road.
•        Bus route 208 goes from Cannington Station to Murdoch Station. This route uses Nicholson Road.
•        Bus routes 507 and 508 connect Cannington Station to Bull Creek Station. They also use Nicholson Road.
•        Bus route 930 is a frequent service. It runs from Thornlie Station to Elizabeth Quay Bus Station. This bus uses Spencer Road.