Local Government
Bassendean
Region
Metropolitan
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Location
1-50 Devon Rd Bassendean
Location Details
Various locations
Other Name(s)
West Road to North Road
Construction Date
Constructed from 1900 to 1940
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 22 Aug 2017 | 2 |
2 |
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Statement of Significance
• The streetscape has aesthetic value as a predominantly intact example of an early 20th century streetscape.
• The precinct has historic value for its association with the development of Bassendean from the 1890s.
• This precinct has social value as the house demonstrates the form and scale of housing for families of a range of incomes and types of occupations.
Physical Description
The housing in Devon Road exhibits the style and detail of the early decades of the 20th century. Later additions and infill development has been largely successful in creating a coherent streetscape. The individual gardens and street planting are generally of a high quality and well maintained which contributes to the amenity of the streetscape.
Many buildings have been individually included in the Municipal Inventory.
History
In 1897, land speculator, parliamentarian and government assayer, Henry Anstey purchased a large parcel designated as Location Q which he subdivided and offered for sale under the name 'Bindaring Estate'. Devon Road was part of this estate and the name owes its origin to the county in England. Settlement in Devon Road progressed quickly as it was well located near the river, road and railway line. Housing in this street was for a range of incomes and occupations, from tradespeople to highly skilled professionals. The residences built in the street were often occupied by families for many decades and family groups occupied several houses in the street. The Town of Bassendean undertook special control in the development of the area in the 2000s. The result was a more sensitive response to the heritage buildings in the street which has had a positive impact on the streetscape.
Integrity/Authenticity
High
Moderate to High
Condition
Fair to Good
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Electoral Rolls | www.ancestry.com | 1903-1980 | |
| Wise's Post Office Directories | http://www.slwa.wa.gov.au | 1895-1949 | |
| Carter, Jennie 'Bassendean A Social History 1829- 1976 | Town of Bassendean, | 1986 | |
| Land information and aerial photos from Landgate. |
Other Reference Numbers
| Ref Number | Description |
|---|---|
| Various | TOB Assessment No |
| No.38 | MI Place No. |
Place Type
Precinct or Streetscape
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Other Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
| Original Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | OTHER | Other Material |
| Roof | OTHER | Other Material |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Land allocation & subdivision |
Creation Date
07 Jun 2019Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
07 Jun 2019Disclaimer
This information is provided voluntarily as a public service. The information provided is made available in good faith and is derived from sources believed to be reliable and accurate. However, the information is provided solely on the basis that readers will be responsible for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.