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 November 2025, the estimated population of Swan View is around 8,792, reflecting an increase of 903 people since the 2021 Census. The resident population estimate of 8,588 by AreaSearch, following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and additional validated new addresses since the Census date, indicates this growth. This results in a density ratio of 1,181 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's population grew by 11.4% between the 2021 Census and November 2025, exceeding the national average of 8.9%. 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. Looking ahead, aggregated SA2-level projections indicate an above median population growth for Swan View, with an expected increase of 1,618 persons to 2041, reflecting an 18.3% total increase over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Swan View when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Swan View averaged around 15 new dwelling approvals per year. Between financial years FY-21 to FY-25, an estimated 76 homes were approved, with a further 38 approved in FY-26. Each year, approximately 12.9 new residents arrived per dwelling constructed during this period.

This high demand and limited supply typically results in price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new properties is $393,000, aligning with regional trends. In FY-26, $842,000 in commercial approvals were registered, indicating a predominantly residential focus. Compared to Greater Perth, Swan View has significantly less development activity, at 61.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity of new homes often strengthens demand and prices for existing properties.

Building activity has accelerated in recent years but remains below national averages, suggesting possible planning constraints. New building activity comprises 89.0% detached dwellings and 11.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes. At around 259 people per approval, Swan View reflects a transitioning market. By 2041, AreaSearch forecasts an increase of 1,606 residents. If current development rates continue, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Swan View has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure performance is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified five projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include Bushmead Residential Estate, The Vines Swan View, Swan View Rise, and Midland Health Campus Redevelopment (St John of God Midland Public & Private Hospitals Expansion). The following list details those most relevant.

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

Swan View has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%. Over the past year, ending June 2025, employment grew by 3.7% according to AreaSearch data aggregation.

As of that date, 4,663 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.4% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Swan View was lower at 58.9%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Transport, postal & warehousing had notably high concentration with levels at 1.6 times the regional average.

However, professional & technical services had limited presence at 4.9%, compared to the regional average of 8.2%. Local employment opportunities appeared limited as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 3.7% while labour force grew by 4.2%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 3.7% and labour force growth of 3.8%, with a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project overall employment growth of 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, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Swan View's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2022 was $51,920. The average income stood at $63,302 during the same period. These figures compare to Greater Perth's median and average incomes of $58,380 and $78,020 respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $59,293 and the average income around $72,291, based on a Wage Price Index growth of 14.2% since financial year 2022. According to 2021 Census figures, Swan View's household incomes rank at the 29th percentile, family incomes at the 30th percentile, and personal incomes at the 32nd percentile. The data shows that 29.7% of locals (2,611 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, which is similar to the surrounding region where 32.0% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Swan View, with only 83.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 28th percentile.

Swan View is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Swan View, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 89.8% houses and 10.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Perth metro's 94.8% houses and 5.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Swan View was 36.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 42.9% and rented dwellings at 21.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,647, below Perth metro's average of $1,950. Median weekly rent in Swan View was $320, compared to Perth metro's $330. 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 account for 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 make up the remaining 31.7%, consisting of 29.0% lone person households and 2.5% group households. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is 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 9.4% in primary, 7.2% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

Swan View Primary School and Swan View Senior High School serve a total of 941 students, with the area's educational conditions indexed at ICSEA: 901. There is one primary and one secondary institution providing education, resulting in fewer school places per 100 residents (10.7) compared to the regional average (14.5). Some students may attend schools in nearby areas due to this discrepancy.

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

Swan View has 111 active public transport stops. All are bus stops. They are served by 7 different routes offering a total of 642 weekly passenger trips.

Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 190 meters to the nearest stop. Service frequency is high, with about 91 trips per day across all routes, or roughly 5 trips per week per individual stop.

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 with common health conditions prevalent among both younger and older age cohorts. Its private health cover rate is approximately 52% of its total population (~4,600 people), compared to 56.3% across Greater Perth.

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 9.2 and 8.8% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 64.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.2% across Greater Perth. As of 2016 data, Swan View has 21.7% of its residents aged 65 and over (1,907 people).

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Swan View was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Swan View's population shows above-average cultural diversity, with 10.6% speaking a language other than English at home and 25.2% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Swan View, comprising 48.7%. Notably, Judaism is slightly overrepresented compared to Greater Perth, making up 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (30.5%), Australian (26.4%), and Scottish (7.0%). Some ethnic groups show notable divergences: Welsh at 0.8%, Dutch at 1.8%, and Croatian at 1.0% are overrepresented compared to regional averages.

Swan View hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Swan View has a median age of 44, which exceeds Greater Perth's figure of 37 and is significantly higher than the national norm of 38. The age group of 65-74 is strongly represented at 11.4%, compared to Greater Perth, while the 35-44 cohort is less prevalent at 11.9%. According to the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 11.8% to 12.9% of Swan View's population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 14.4% to 13.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Swan View's age profile will significantly change. The 75 to 84 group is projected to grow by 50%, reaching 1,004 people from the current 668. This growth will be led by the aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above comprising 53% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 age groups are expected to experience population declines.