Bardwell Valley is predominantly a residential area, with the existence of beautiful sandstone cottages; The Glen Road and East Street from the 20th century. Previously the land to Bardwell Valley belonged to the Cadigal people. The name is used to describe the land besides Bardwell Creek in the suburb of Bardwell Park.
Located 12 kilometres from the Sydney CBD, Bardwell Valley is a southern Sydney suburb. It I situated under the areas of the City of Rockdale.