11 min drive to Woodbridge + 5 min transfer + 33 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
44 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1403/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
6.3%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
77%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
5.7%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.4
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Swan View
Full-time 29.9%Part-time 14.8%Unemployed 3.2%Not in labour 52.1%
Dwelling Types
Swan View
House 89.6%Semi-detached 10.0%
Commute Mode
Swan View
Car 87.7%Transit 3.7%Walk 1.3%WFH 7.0%
Country of Birth
Australia
70.9%
England
6.9%
New Zealand
3.2%
Philippines
1.4%
India
0.9%
Language at Home
English only
89.4%
Italian
1.1%
Mandarin
0.4%
Greek
0.1%
Spanish
0.1%
Frequently Asked Questions about Swan View
Is Swan View safe?
Swan View has a safety score of 37/100, which is below average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Crime is split fairly evenly between property and violent offences. Crime has been trending up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Greenmount (WA) (66/100), Jane Brook (85/100), Stratton (23/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Swan View?
Median weekly rent in Swan View is $680/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Greenmount (WA) ($710/wk), Jane Brook ($800/wk), Stratton ($650/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Swan View?
Swan View has a school rating of 16/100 across 2 schools, which is well below average for Perth. Top-rated schools include Swan View Senior High School (Secondary), Swan View Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Swan View from Perth CBD?
Swan View is 35 minutes by car, or 73 minutes by public transport, or 49 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Swan View affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Swan View is $798K, up 18.7% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $560K. For renters, median weekly rent is $680/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Greenmount (WA) ($880K), Jane Brook ($985K), Stratton ($685K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/swan-view
🚗 Car Dependent🌳 Established💰 Affordable⚠️ Safety Concern🌿 Nature & Outdoors
Swan View sits at the foot of the Darling Scarp, best known for the historic Swan View Tunnel and easy access to John Forrest National Park, a genuine asset for outdoor enthusiasts. It is an established, affordable suburb with a strong sense of community, but comes with a persistent reputation for petty crime and antisocial behaviour that puts some buyers off. Residents need a car for virtually everything, with Midland the nearest hub for services and shopping.
The typical house sells for around $798k and rent of $680/week, placing it 22% below the Perth metro median. Getting to the CBD takes a 35-minute drive or 73 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (71%). With a safety score of 37/100, the area is 15 points below the metro average of 52. The area's 2 schools hold a combined rating of 16/100, below the Perth average. The median age is 44, with households earning $1,403/week.
“This is in Swan View. Thought we left this shit behind when we moved out of Midland, but guess not.”— 417 upvotes in community discussion