Hakea Prison

Facility Information

Facsimile: (08) 9366 6464
Street Address: Nicholson Road, Canning Vale WA 6155
Security classification: Maximum security and remand
Inmate population: Male
Managed by: Department of Justice

About this facility

Hakea Prison is the main receival and assessment prison for adult men in the Perth metropolitan area, located at Canning Vale. It operates as a maximum-security and remand facility and incorporates the former Canning Vale Prison and CW Campbell Remand Centre.

What this facility is used for

Hakea receives men from courts and police, holding a large remand population awaiting court as well as newly sentenced prisoners. Prisoners are assessed here and given individual management plans before any transfer to another prison.

Visits and contact

All visits must be booked in advance and visitors must meet the facility’s identification and approval requirements. Visit days, times, and booking processes vary between facilities, and some have separate arrangements for legal and professional visitors. Before travelling, confirm the visit and the current requirements directly with the facility.

Legal support at Hakea Prison

Hugo Law Group represents clients across New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, and Western Australia in criminal matters, including those connected with correctional and custodial facilities.

We can assist with:

  • Bail applications and urgent custody advice
  • Sentencing proceedings and submissions
  • Parole applications and parole breach matters
  • Advice and representation for people in custody
  • Appeals and post-sentence applications

Contact Hugo Law Group

If you need advice or representation for a matter connected with Hakea Prison, contact Hugo Law Group to discuss your situation and next steps.