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Overview

West Swan is a small, leafy suburb in Perth’s City of Swan, positioned west of the Swan River and east of the historic Caversham Motor Racing Circuit. With just 786 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, the area offers a quiet, semi‑rural lifestyle framed by the renowned Swan Valley wine route. West Swan Road runs through the suburb, providing direct access to the valley’s boutique wineries and linking residents to nearby neighbourhoods such as Dayton and Caversham.

Families benefit from several primary schools within a short drive, including Caversham Primary School, Dayton Primary School, Emmaus Catholic Primary School and Riverlands Montessori School. The suburb’s heritage‑rich surroundings feature historic sites like the Oakover and Houghton winery complexes, while the former Caversham Airfield and the nearby Bandyup Women’s Prison mark the area’s diverse land use. A mix of older homes and new developments sits alongside open spaces, giving West Swan a balanced housing palette for those seeking a relaxed, community‑focused setting.