Knight Frank is pleased to present 130 Hamersley Road, Caversham, a landmark heritage opportunity positioned on the banks of the Swan River at the southern gateway to the Swan Valley.
Formerly operating as the Riverbank Detention Centre, the property comprises a substantial 1.57ha freehold landholding with a collection of existing institutional improvements. The site reflects its former use and is now offered to the market for its next chapter, presenting a clear opportunity for reactivation through a considered adaptive reuse and partial redevelopment strategy.
The property occupies a secluded riverside setting while remaining highly accessible to surrounding urban and regional centres. Located approximately 1.5km from the Midland Town Centre and 17 km north-east of the Perth CBD, the site benefits from proximity to major transport routes including West Swan Road, Great Eastern Highway and Reid Highway.
Situated in the heart of the Swan Valley, the property is surrounded by a vibrant mix of established agricultural, tourism and hospitality offerings - including acclaimed wineries, restaurants, cafés and destination-style attractions that shape the region’s unique character. Its proximity to historic Guildford, one of Western Australia’s oldest settlements, further enhances the area’s rich heritage appeal and reinforces its status as a sought-after destination.
The property is zoned “Special Use 2” under the Swan Valley Planning Scheme No. 1. The planning framework supports a range of arts, education, community, hospitality and cultural uses (STPA). The scale, setting and planning context of the site provide a strong foundation for a future vision that balances commercial viability with responsible heritage stewardship.
Investment Highlights
- Landmark 1.57-hectare freehold site only metres from the Swan River
- Opportunity for adaptive reuse and partial redevelopment
- Established Swan Valley tourism, hospitality and agricultural context
- Flexible ‘Special Use 2’ zoning supporting a range of destination and community uses (subject to planning approval)
- Proximity to Midland Town Centre, key transport infrastructure and Perth CBD
- Supported by an existing heritage and planning framework
For sale via a 6-week Registration of Interest campaign closing 3pm (WST) Wednesday, 29th April 2026.
For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact the exclusive selling agents.
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