Midland is thriving. Over the past decade, it has grown into a central hub for business, retail, hospitality, transport, and medical services.
With the population increasing by 24 per cent in the past decade and major projects like the METRONET train station on the way, Midland is busier than ever.
More people and more businesses are great for our local economy – but they also mean more demand for parking.
To keep Midland accessible for everyone, the City of Swan is developing parking management plans across the Midland CBD.
There’s no perfect solution – we can’t create more land, and doing nothing isn’t an option. These plans are designed to make the best use of the parking we have, ensuring fair and equitable access for residents, workers, and visitors alike.
Midland precinct parking management
Due to the growing pressures on parking in the Midland CBD, the City of Swan is introducing changes to ensure parking is as fair and accessible as possible.
Our Midland Parking Management Plan responds to growing community safety concerns.
It also aims to reduce pressure on existing on-street parking due to more development occurring in the area.
The parking restrictions will come into effect in mid-February 2026.
The plan divides the Midland CBD area into six precincts:
- Precinct one: North of Morrison Road
- Precinct two: North / New Bond Street
- Precinct three: Civic
- Precinct four: New Junction
- Precinct five: North of the railway line
- Precinct six: Workshops.
With the new train station about to open and more staff accessing the newly renovated Landgate building, the City is prioritising management plans for precincts one, five, and six.
What’s happening?
Precinct one: North of Morrison Road
What’s being introduced?
- Three-hour on-street parking limits
- No parking zones in areas where safety was a concern
- Investigating residential parking permits to support long-term parking needs.
Precinct five: North of the railway line
What's being introduced?
- Three-hour on-street parking limits
- Investigating residential parking permits to support long-term parking needs.
Precinct six: Workshops
What’s being introduced?
- Three-hour on-street parking limits
- Investigating residential parking permits to support long-term parking needs.
Frequently asked questions
This plan aims to:
- Provide fair and accessible parking for all precinct users
- Reduce safety risks and driver frustration
- Support sustainable transport options by encouraging the use of designated facilities.
The Public Transport Authority (PTA) has developed more than 800 bays at the new Midland Train Station for commuters using public transport.
Our plan will ensure that the most convenient parking is available for the highest priority users.