Swan View

Swan View is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of Swan View is around 9,000, reflecting an increase of 1,111 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 14.1% rise from the previous census figure of 7,889 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 8,710 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 8 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,209 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Swan View's growth rate exceeded the national average (9.9%) since the 2021 census. Interstate migration contributed approximately 66.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth being positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Future population projections indicate an above median growth for the suburb of Swan View, with an expected increase of 1,610 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 15.4% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Swan View when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data, Swan View averaged around 16 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an estimated 81 homes were approved, with a further 49 approved in FY-26 to date.

This results in approximately 12.1 new residents arriving per dwelling constructed annually over the past five financial years. Given this demand significantly exceeds new supply, it typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of these dwellings is $393,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Compared to Greater Perth, Swan View has significantly less development activity, at 58.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new homes usually strengthens demand and prices for existing properties, though building activity has accelerated in recent years.

However, it remains below national averages, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New building activity comprises predominantly detached dwellings (89.0%) with townhouses or apartments making up the remainder (11.0%), sustaining Swan View's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. With around 413 people per approval, Swan View indicates a mature market. Population forecasts from AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate indicate Swan View will gain approximately 1,389 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Swan View has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 31stth percentile nationally

Five projects are identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area's performance: Bushmead Residential Estate, The Vines Swan View, Midland Health Campus Redevelopment (St John of God Midland Public & Private Hospitals Expansion), and Swan View Rise.

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Employment performance in Swan View has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Swan View's workforce is balanced across white and blue collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent, with an unemployment rate of 5.5% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.8%.

This rate is lower than Greater Perth's 4.0%, while Swan View's workforce participation stands at 66.6%, below Greater Perth's 71.6%. As of Census data, only 6.5% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Notably, transport, postal & warehousing has a high concentration with levels at 1.6 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services have limited presence at 4.9%, compared to the regional average of 8.2%. Over the year ending September 2025, employment increased by 1.8% while labour force rose by 2.3%, leading to a unemployment rate increase of 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment growth of 2.9% and labour force growth of 3.0%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national expansion at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Swan View's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Swan View's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2023 was $51,920. The average income stood at $63,302 during the same period. These figures are below Greater Perth's median and average incomes of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest Swan View's median income will be approximately $56,915 and average income $69,392, based on a 9.62% growth in wages since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Swan View rank modestly, between the 29th and 32nd percentiles. The predominant income cohort spans 29.7% of locals (2,673 people) with incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Swan View, with only 83.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 28th percentile. This is similar to patterns seen in the surrounding region where 32.0% of residents fall within this income range.

Swan View is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Swan View's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 89.8% houses and 10.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Swan View stood at 36.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 42.9% and rented ones at 21.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,647, below Perth metro's average of $1,907. Median weekly rent in Swan View was $320, compared to Perth metro's $350. Nationally, Swan View's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Swan View has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 68.3% of all households, including 24.3% couples with children, 28.9% couples without children, and 13.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 31.7%, with lone person households at 29.0% and group households comprising 2.5%. The median household size is 2.4 people, smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Swan View faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 15.1%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (30.9%). Educational participation is high at 25.5%, comprising primary education (9.4%), secondary education (7.2%), and tertiary education (3.3%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 25.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.4% in primary education, 7.2% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Swan View has 103 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These are served by seven different routes that together facilitate 642 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 190 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 86% of residents, while 7% use trains. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 6.5% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 91 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately six weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies this data, displaying the 100 nearest stops to the location's centerpoint.

Health performance in Swan View is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Swan View faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is approximately 52% of the total population (~4,709 people), leading that of the average SA2 area but lower than Greater Perth's 59.0%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 9.2% and 8.8% of residents respectively. Conversely, 64.1% of residents claim to be completely clear of medical ailments compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 22.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,998 people), higher than Greater Perth's 16.3%. National rankings for this age group are even higher than the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Swan View records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Swan View had a higher than average cultural diversity, with 10.6% speaking a language other than English at home and 25.2% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 48.7%. Judaism was overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to Greater Perth's 0.3%.

In ancestry, English (30.5%) and Australian (26.4%) were the top groups, with Australian being significantly higher than the regional average of 21.2%. Scottish ancestry made up 7.0%. Welsh was notably overrepresented at 0.8% compared to the regional 0.7%, Dutch at 1.8% versus 1.5%, and Croatian at 1.0% against 0.8%.

Swan View hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Swan View has a median age of 44, which is higher than Greater Perth's figure of 37 and significantly exceeds the national norm of 38. The 65-74 age group comprises 11.4% of Swan View's population, compared to Greater Perth's figure, while the 35-44 cohort makes up 11.9%. As per the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 6.9% to 7.9%, and the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 14.4% to 13.5%. By 2041, demographic modeling indicates Swan View's age profile will change significantly. The 85+ group is projected to grow by 117%, reaching 566 people from 261. Those aged 65 and above are expected to comprise 54% of the population growth. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 age groups are anticipated to experience population declines.