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Middle Swan - Herne Hill has an estimated 6,595 residents, up 16.2% since the 2021 Census, with 86 projects tracked in the area around Middle Swan - Herne Hill.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Middle Swan - Herne Hill Statistical Area (Lv2), located 18 kilometres northeast from Perth CBD in Western Australia, has an estimated resident population (ERP) of around 6,595 as of Aug 2026. This represents growth of 917 people (16.2%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,678 people; the estimate draws on an ABS ERP of 6,580 as of June 2025 and 267 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area combines above-average development activity and population drivers with notable wholesale trade, mining, utilities, logistics and transport employment. Its median age is 41, and the area is generally characterised by lower educational attainment and moderate population growth.
The statistical area offers a quiet setting within Western Australia, with greenery, vineyards and valleys, alongside an agricultural history and local wineries that contribute to the wider Perth wine scene. Community life and cultural attractions include social events, markets and festivals throughout the year.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill Statistical Area (Lv2), located 18 kilometres northeast from Perth CBD in Western Australia, has an estimated resident population (ERP) of around 6,595 as of Aug 2026. This represents growth of 917 people (16.2%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,678 people; the estimate draws on an ABS ERP of 6,580 as of June 2025 and 267 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area combines above-average development activity and population drivers with notable wholesale trade, mining, utilities, logistics and transport employment. Its median age is 41, and the area is generally characterised by lower educational attainment and moderate population growth.
The statistical area offers a quiet setting within Western Australia, with greenery, vineyards and valleys, alongside an agricultural history and local wineries that contribute to the wider Perth wine scene. Community life and cultural attractions include social events, markets and festivals throughout the year.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,193 in 2001 and 6,580 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,595 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 14.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.4%.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for development activity and the 63rd for cultural diversity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Middle Swan - Herne Hill is $701 a week, up 11.4% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 3% below Greater Perth.
3% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $701 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Swan | $741 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Swan, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North East | $712 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - North East, over 12 months | +8.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
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Status of the 51 tracked applications: 1 approved, 1 under assessment, 49 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 86 projects in and around Middle Swan - Herne Hill, 32 of them under construction.
A masterplanned residential estate of 794 lots set amongst 185 hectares of retained native bushland on the former Bushmead Rifle Range…
A new $144 million senior high school in Brabham to accommodate around 1000 students from Years 7 to 10, serving Brabham, Dayton, Henley…
The Riverbank Site Adaptive Reuse and Redevelopment Precinct covers the heritage-listed former Riverbank facility at 130 Hamersley Road…
Masterplanned residential redevelopment opposite Midland Gate Shopping Centre delivering more than 400 apartments and townhouses across…
Golden Vines Private Estate is a multi-stage master-planned residential community comprising 203 residential lots in Dayton within the City…
Long-running major urban renewal program centred on the new METRONET Midland Station (opened February 2026), delivering mixed-use…
Proposed mixed-use expansion of the Swan Valley Fresh site located within the City of Swan New Junction precinct.
Proposed vertical lifestyle village development including a residential park component.
Major reconfiguration of the Midland health precinct with two coordinated works streams.
Spring Park Private Estate is a boutique residential subdivision delivering 37 home-and-land lots in Dayton.
New Junction is an 11-hectare urban renewal precinct in Midland, Perth, transforming the historic Midland Oval and surrounds into a new…
Adaptive reuse of the 1904 state-heritage-listed Tarpaulin Shop (Workshop 10) into a 92-place childcare centre and professional office…
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AreaSearch has tracked 51 substantial development applications lodged in and around Middle Swan - Herne Hill over the past 5 years, 13 in the last 12 months; 1 is recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 0, 2022 10, 2023 3, 2024 14, 2025 14, 2026 (to Oct) 10.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 51 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 13 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 46 | ABS building approvals | 56th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 include: Bushmead Residential Estate (Construction); The Avenues Midland (Construction); METRONET East - Midland Urban Renewal Precinct (Construction); Midland Health Campus Redevelopment (St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals) (Completed); and New Junction Precinct (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Education & Training, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
Infrastructure development activity impacting the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 currently ranks below national averages at the 23rd percentile.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Middle Swan - Herne Hill among the top 14% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 area has seen 127 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2's current population of 6,595 has been supported by 46 approvals on average over recent years.
The Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 has seen 7.5 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 108 people in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 46, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 has grown by approximately 815 people, while 229 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,595 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +16.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 205 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,678 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 917 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 32.15 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 was estimated to be approximately 6,595 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,580 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The middle swan - herne hill sa2 has added approximately 917 people and shown a 16.15% increase from the 5,678 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is estimated at 205 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (49.3%), Interstate migration (46.9%), Natural increase (3.8%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 49.3% of overall population gains.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 59th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 27.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 41 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 at 40 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 41 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Middle Swan - Herne Hill is 3 years older than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 10.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 14.2% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is broadly in line with Greater Perth.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.7% of the population in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 19.4% of the population in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,191 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $73,223 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,502 | 2021 Census, weekly | 36th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $732 | 2021 Census, weekly | 34th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 17.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,917 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is approximately $63,358. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,191.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is approximately $78,378. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $73,223.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is approximately $63,358 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,191 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is approximately $78,378 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $73,223 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2's households (~32.4% / 694 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.4% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is $1,502/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is $1,917/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is $732/wk.
The Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $59,191 and an average of $73,223 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is slightly above average nationally, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $64,047 and average income of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,358 (median) and $78,378 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is $5,496 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The middle swan - herne hill sa2's disposable income is $5,496 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Middle Swan - Herne Hill shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,548 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 6,192 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,765 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 has approximately 3,548 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.8%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 stands at 5.8%, which is 1.5 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.7% of employment), construction (10.3%), and retail trade (8.8%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 33.8% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include transport, postal & warehousing and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is 67.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The middle swan - herne hill sa2 shows notable specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, which employs 7.5% of the local workforce compared to 4.7% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The middle swan - herne hill sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational outcomes in Middle Swan - Herne Hill fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 44.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
16.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
44.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The middle swan - herne hill sa2 ranks in the 25th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 are: Certificate (29.0%), Bachelor Degree (11.2%), Advanced Diploma (10.4%).
27.2% of the population in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.7% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, 3.5% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is 957, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,605 students.
The middle swan - herne hill sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 3 secondary schools.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill features high concentrations of single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,141 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,487 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 70.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 had 2,141 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 16.2% to an estimated 2,487 households today.
The average household size in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 70.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (26.8%), group households (3.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,503 family households, couples with children account for 28.3% of all households, couples without children at home 25.4%, and single parent families 15.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 44.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.3% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 26.8% of all households in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2, similar to the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.0% of households, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 3.5%.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Middle Swan - Herne Hill was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 28.7% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 19.0% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 86.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 71.3% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
Middle Swan - Herne Hill was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 28.7% of its population born overseas and 19.0% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Middle Swan - Herne Hill was found to be Christianity, which makes up 53.7% of people in Middle Swan - Herne Hill. This compares to 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Middle Swan - Herne Hill are English, comprising 29.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.9% of the population, and Other, comprising 7.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Croatian is notably overrepresented at 3.0% of Middle Swan - Herne Hill (vs 0.8% across Greater Perth), Italian at 6.4% (vs 4.2%) and Filipino at 2.7% (vs 1.4%).
28.7% of the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
19.0% of the population in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
3.3% of the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
86.4% of the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 25.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 34.0% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 85.5% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,625 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 41.0% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $320 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 58th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2, 34.0% of homes are owned outright, 41.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 25.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 85.5% of dwellings in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 are houses.
In the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2, 1.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 10.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 stands at 34.0%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is $1,625, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is $1,012, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 25.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 25.0% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 21.3% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 consists of 85.5% detached houses, 10.0% semi-detached dwellings, 1.5% apartments, and 2.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Middle Swan - Herne Hill consumes approximately 15.6% of median household income ($6,504 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Middle Swan - Herne Hill show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 14% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 86% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 51st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.0% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
Around 53.7% of people in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2, 5.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.8% of the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.2% of people in the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2, 53.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 54 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 54th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 88 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 67th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 969 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 75 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 8.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 88 public transport stops within the Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2.
The Middle Swan - Herne Hill SA2 has 969 weekly trips across 17 routes, averaging 138 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 175 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 862 m away and the nearest child care centre 990 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 88 stops nearby, 969 weekly trips, access rating 54 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 20 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 20th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 862 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 990 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 2.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 3.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Middle Swan - Herne Hill among the top 14% of areas assessed nationwide.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 23rd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Middle Swan - Herne Hill is $701 a week, +11.4% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Middle Swan - Herne Hill shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Educational outcomes in Middle Swan - Herne Hill fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill features high concentrations of single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Middle Swan - Herne Hill was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Middle Swan - Herne Hill has an estimated 6,595 residents, up 16.2% since the 2021 Census, with 86 projects tracked in the area around Middle Swan - Herne Hill.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Middle Swan - Herne Hill.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (504031065). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Middle Swan - Herne Hill from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Middle Swan - Herne Hill with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
