brycec2

I lived in Bassendean for close to 5 years. I realised how bad it is after I left. There are regularly people lurking the streets and walking towards the train station. Often I would hear screaming and bottles thrown around my street. I thought this was acceptable until I moved closer to the city.

Cars were often a target with our cars being opened twice and objects thrown about. Neighbours can be a gamble. Had a young group of adult men who were often extremely drunk or under the influence of drugs and would fight in their house and on the street.

We even had people ask for money near our house and had plants stolen from our yard. You never feel completely safe. Totally different feeling where we now live (Mt Lawley/North Perth).

The reviews here appear positive and that is great news but it is often people who are in Bassendean for life or perhaps are moving to a worse area. Since leaving and moving closer to the city we haven’t looked back.

Driving to Bassendean from the city during peak times takes up to 45 minutes due to the traffic. People will argue take the train and feel free to - just be aware that there is a high chance of being disturbed by a drunk or drug addict who is obnoxious or worse.

Holly Rayes is good otherwise don’t bother with Bassendean hotel etc. Yes there are monthly markets but it is nothing better than the Northam Show.

Seriously consider if you are looking to buy here. You won’t regret moving on.