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Middle Swan

WA 6056 • Greater Perth

2,852
Population (2021)
$34,840
Median Income
13.41 km²
Area
$310/wk
Median Rent
RiversideHeritageEstablishedSuburbanAffordable

About Middle Swan

Middle Swan is a suburb of Perth in the Swan Valley, situated approximately 25 kilometres north-east of the CBD within the City of Swan. Bordered to the west by the Swan River, the suburb has a population of 2,852 and a median age of 39. With a median household income of $1,316 per week, Middle Swan is an affordable outer-metropolitan suburb offering a mix of established housing and semi-rural character in one of Western Australia's most historically significant wine-growing areas.

Middle Swan is most notable for its place in the Swan Valley wine trail, hosting iconic wineries including Sandalford Wines and Nikola Estate (formerly the renowned Houghton Winery), set amid picturesque riverside grounds. The suburb is also home to Midland Brick's manufacturing facility and sits within easy reach of Midland's retail and commercial precinct, which is served by the Midland train line. Residents enjoy a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere with convenient access to the Great Eastern Highway corridor linking Perth's eastern suburbs.

Middle Swan falls under postcode 6056 and is governed by Swan Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Swan Hills electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6056
Urban Area
Midvale - Middle Swan
LGA / Council
Swan
Federal Electorate
Hasluck
State Electorate
Swan Hills
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-31.86°, 116.02°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
13.41 km²
Elevation
17m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Midland
3.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Transperth bus routes — Midland / Perth CBD 45-60 min to Perth CBD

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
~35-40 min from Midland station via Midland Line to Perth Station
By Car (Peak)
30-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ Great Eastern Highway provides direct access west to Perth; Midland station is the local rail hub approx 3.5km south

Walkability Car-Dependent

The suburb is largely semi-rural with limited walking destinations; a car is needed for most shopping and services, with Midland as the nearest major centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.4%

28 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,845
Census 2021
2,852
▲ 0.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,628
Income 2021
$34,840
▲ 13.8% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,859
Born Overseas 821

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 137
  • 2. England 124
  • 3. India 124
  • 4. New Zealand 111
  • 5. Italy 40
  • 6. China 28
  • 7. Croatia 22
  • 8. Scotland 13
  • 9. Vietnam 13
  • 10. Myanmar 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,001
Australian 839
Irish 225
Italian 206
Scottish 187
Australian Aboriginal 184
Filipino 161
Indian 119
Croatian 103
German 56

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,205
Both parents born in Australia
1,079
Both parents born overseas
388
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.3%
No Religion
39.2%
Hinduism
1.6%
Islam
1.4%
Sikhism
1.2%
Buddhism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
161 (5.6%)
5-14 years
360 (12.6%)
15-19 years
172 (6.0%)
20-24 years
170 (6.0%)
25-34 years
394 (13.8%)
35-44 years
368 (12.9%)
45-54 years
364 (12.8%)
55-64 years
382 (13.4%)
65-74 years
269 (9.4%)
75-84 years
153 (5.4%)
85+ years
50 (1.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Middle Swan known for? +

Middle Swan is best known for its wineries in the Swan Valley, including Sandalford Wines and Nikola Estate, the site of the historic Houghton Winery. The suburb sits along the Swan River and is part of one of Australia's oldest wine-growing regions.

How far is Middle Swan from Perth CBD? +

Middle Swan is approximately 25 kilometres north-east of Perth's CBD, a 30–50 minute drive depending on traffic via Great Eastern Highway. Midland station (about 3.5km away) offers train access to the city in around 35–40 minutes.

Does Middle Swan have public transport? +

Middle Swan is served by Transperth bus routes connecting to Midland, where the Midland Line train provides frequent services to Perth CBD. The nearest station is Midland, approximately 3.5 kilometres from the suburb centre.

What is the population of Middle Swan? +

Middle Swan had a population of 2,852 at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 39. The suburb has a modest, established residential community within the City of Swan.

Is Middle Swan a good place to live? +

Middle Swan offers affordable semi-rural living close to the Swan Valley wine trail, the Swan River, and Midland's amenities. It suits those who appreciate a quieter lifestyle with character and history, though most daily errands require a short drive.

What is the postcode for Middle Swan? +

The postcode for Middle Swan, Western Australia is 6056.