Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale

Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale's population is around 14,750 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,912 people (14.9%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,838 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 14,302 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 284 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 974 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale's 14.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.9%), along with the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, which contributed approximately 66.3% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and to estimate growth across all areas in the years post-2032, AreaSearch is utilising the growth rates by age cohort provided by the ABS in its latest Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Moving forward with demographic trends, an above-median population growth of Australian statistical areas is projected, with the area expected to expand by 2,674 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 15.1% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale has recorded around 96 residential properties granted approval each year, totalling 481 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26137 approvals have been recorded. With an average of 3.4 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand significantly exceeds new supply, which usually results in price growth and increased buyer competition, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $215,000—below the regional average—suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. There have also been $21.9 million in commercial approvals this financial year, indicating steady commercial investment activity.

Compared to Greater Perth, Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale shows 59.0% higher new home approvals (per person), creating greater choice for buyers, though building activity has slowed in recent years. New building activity shows 95.0% detached houses and 5.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. The location has approximately 186 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

Future projections show Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale adding 2,226 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 11thth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 14 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Bushmead Residential Estate, Midland Health Campus Redevelopment (St John of God Midland Public & Private Hospitals Expansion), The Vines Swan View, and Swan View Rise, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale has a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, an unemployment rate of 5.5%, and 2.7% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 7,689 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.4% above Greater Perth's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (68.1% compared to Greater Perth's 71.9%). Based on Census responses, a low 6.3% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area shows particularly strong specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. On the other hand, professional & technical services are under-represented, with only 4.9% of the Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale workforce compared to 8.2% in Greater Perth. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 2.7% while the labour force increased by 3.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.3% and labour force growth of 2.6%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-23 reveals that income in the Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale SA2 is approximately average nationally, with the median assessed at $56,160 while the average income stands at $68,330. This contrasts with Greater Perth's figures of a median income of $60,748 and an average income of $80,248. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $61,563 (median) and $74,903 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale, between the 32nd and 37th percentiles. Distribution data shows the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 30.4% of residents (4,484 people), mirroring the metropolitan region where 32.0% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.3% of income remaining, ranking at the 32nd percentile.

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

Dwelling structure within Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 89.4% houses and 10.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Perth metro's 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale was well beyond that of Perth metro, at 34.0%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (45.0%) or rented (21.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was below the Perth metro average at $1,733, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $300, compared to Perth metro's $1,907 and $350. Nationally, Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households dominate at 69.3% of all households, comprising 25.8% couples with children, 28.6% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 30.7%, with lone person households at 28.1% and group households comprising 2.7% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 people is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (16.5%) substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 12.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 40.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (30.6%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary education, 7.7% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 163 active transport stops operating within Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 11 individual routes, collectively providing 829 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 182 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 85%, with 7% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. A relatively low 6.3% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 118 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 5 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map shows the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Health outcomes in Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Health indicators suggest below-average outcomes in Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover just leads that of the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the total population (~7,861 people). This compares to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 8.8 and 8.7% of residents, respectively, while 65.0% declared themselves as 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 21.5% of residents aged 65 and over (3,172 people), which is higher than the 16.3% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale is above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 13.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.3% born overseas. The main religion in Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale is Christianity, which makes up 48.4% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Judaism, which comprises 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale are English, comprising 29.2% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.1% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 6.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Filipino is notably overrepresented at 3.0% of Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale (vs 1.4% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.7%) and Croatian at 0.9% (vs 0.8%).

Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale's median age exceeds the national pattern

The 42-year median age in Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale is significantly above Greater Perth's average of 37 and similarly considerably older than Australia's 38 years. The 75 - 84 age group shows strong representation at 7.9% compared to Greater Perth, whereas the 35 - 44 cohort is less prevalent at 12.3%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 6.9% to 7.9% of the population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 13.2% to 12.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Swan View - Greenmount - Midvale. Leading the demographic shift, the 85+ group will grow by 116% (553 people), reaching 1,031 from 477. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 56% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 5 to 14 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.