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 the Swan View statistical area (Lv2) is around 8,961, reflecting a growth of 1,072 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 13.6% rise from the previous population count of 7,889. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 8,710 based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), along with eight additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of approximately 1,204 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively consistent with averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Swan View (SA2) experienced a higher growth rate compared to the national average of 9.7%, marking it as one of the region's growth leaders. The primary driver for this population growth was interstate migration, contributing approximately 66.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

However, all factors including overseas migration and natural growth were positive contributors. 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 uses the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) to estimate growth across all areas post-2032. Looking ahead, an above median population growth is projected for the Swan View (SA2). Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the area is expected to grow by 1,616 persons by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 16.0% over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Swan View shows an average of 16 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, 81 homes were approved, with a further 49 approved in FY-26.

This results in approximately 12.1 new residents arriving per year per dwelling constructed over the past five financial years. Demand significantly exceeds new supply, which typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new properties is $393,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. Compared to Greater Perth, Swan View has 58.0% less development activity per person, reflecting its maturity and possible planning constraints. New building activity comprises 89.0% detached dwellings and 11.0% townhouses or apartments, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space.

Swan View has around 413 people per approval, indicating a mature market. Population forecasts suggest that Swan View will gain 1,435 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 34thth percentile nationally

Five projects are identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area: Bushmead Residential Estate, The Vines Swan View, Midland Health Campus Redevelopment (including 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 has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue-collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent.

The unemployment rate is 5.5%, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8% in the past year. As of September 2025, 4641 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 1.5% higher than Greater Perth's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation lags at 58.9%, compared to Greater Perth's 65.2%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.

Transport, postal & warehousing has notably high concentration, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average. Professional & technical services have limited presence, at 4.9% compared to the regional 8.2%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 1.8%, while labour force grew by 2.3%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point unemployment rise. In contrast, Greater Perth had higher employment and labour force growth rates, with a marginal unemployment increase. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows WA employment contracted by 0.27% (losing 5520 jobs), with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase 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 this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The suburb of Swan View's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Swan View is $51,920 and the average income stands at $63,302. In comparison, Greater Perth's median income is $60,748 and average income is $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Swan View would be approximately $56,915 (median) and $69,392 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, 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 (2,661 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 32.0% similarly 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

As evaluated in the latest Census, dwelling structures in Swan View consisted of 89.8% houses and 10.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Perth metro had 94.8% houses and 5.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Swan View was at 36.1%, similar to Perth metro's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (42.9%) or rented (21.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Swan View was $1,647, lower than Perth metro's average of $1,950. The median weekly rent figure in Swan View was recorded at $320, compared to Perth metro's $330. Nationally, Swan View's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while 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 comprise 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 making up 29.0% and group households comprising 2.5%. 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 among residents aged 15+, with 40.9% holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (30.9%). Educational participation is 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 95 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 7 different routes that together facilitate 642 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these services is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 190 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 91 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 6 weekly trips 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%, compared to the average SA2 area's 57.4%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (9.2%) and mental health issues (8.8%). About 64.1% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to Greater Perth's 67.2%. Approximately 21.7% of residents are aged 65 or over (1,944 people).

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's cultural diversity was above average, with 10.6% speaking a language other than English at home and 25.2% born overseas. Christianity dominated as the main religion, comprising 48.7%. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to Greater Perth's 0.1%.

In ancestry, English comprised 30.5%, Australian 26.4%, and Scottish 7.0%. Welsh (0.8%) was notably overrepresented versus the regional average of 0.9%. Dutch also showed higher representation at 1.8% compared to 2.0%, as did Croatian at 1.0% against 0.6%.

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

Swan View's median age is 44, surpassing Greater Perth's figure of 37 and the national norm of 38. The 65-74 age group constitutes 11.4%, higher than Greater Perth, while the 35-44 cohort stands at 11.9%. Post the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 11.8% to 12.9%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has decreased from 14.4% to 13.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling indicates Swan View's age profile will significantly shift. Leading this change, the 75-84 group is projected to grow by 48%, reaching 1,005 from 681. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 56% of the projected growth. Meanwhile, the 5-14 and 35-44 age groups are expected to experience population declines.