Hamilton Hill

Population growth drivers in Hamilton Hill are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

According to the analysis of ABS population revisions for the surrounding region alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Hamilton Hill has an estimated population of 13,180 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 1,853 individuals (16.4%) compared to the 2021 Census, when the count stood at 11,327 residents. This shift is derived from a resident population of 13,081, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) in addition to 257 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,990 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical ratio seen across other Australian areas evaluated by AreaSearch. The 16.4% growth rate in the suburb of Hamilton Hill since the 2021 census was higher than the national expansion rate (9.3%) as well as the state average, positioning it as a key growth location in the area. Overseas migration was the primary driver of these gains, accounting for approximately 72.0% of the overall population increase in recent times, though all growth factors, including interstate migration and natural increase, remained positive.

AreaSearch implements projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 boundaries, which were published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 territories lacking this data, and to project demographic changes past 2032, growth rates for specific age segments from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) are applied. When evaluating future trends in the suburb of Hamilton Hill, projections point to an expansion rate above the national median for statistical divisions, with the area expected to grow by 2,541 residents by 2041 under combined SA2 forecasts, representing a total rise of 18.5% over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Hamilton Hill was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals distributed from local statistical data, Hamilton Hill averages approximately 88 residential permits annually, representing a total of 440 approved dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. During the current FY-26 period, 66 approvals have been logged. With an average of 3.4 new residents entering the area for every finished home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand continues to outpace new supply, which commonly escalates purchasing competition and lifts prices, while incoming housing projects average a development value of $336,000. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $11.2 million this financial year, showing ongoing commercial investment.

Compared to the broader Greater Perth area, building approvals per resident in Hamilton Hill run at about three-quarters of the metropolitan rate, though it places in the 81st percentile of localities evaluated throughout the country. Approved residential projects consist of 65.0% separate houses and 35.0% semi-detached dwellings, townhouses, or units, demonstrating an increasing diversity of medium-density choices that provide options across different price ranges, from conventional family residences to more economical compact spaces. Representing approximately 136 people for every approved permit, Hamilton Hill aligns with the profile of an emerging market.

Demographic projections indicate that Hamilton Hill will add 2,442 inhabitants by 2041 (compared to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch). Current rates of residential construction appear to align well with future demand, supporting balanced market conditions without driving excessive price growth.

Hamilton Hill has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 44thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are major drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 8 projects expected to influence this locality. Prominent projects include Shoreline North Coogee, OneOneFive Hamilton Hill, Stock Road Pedestrian Bridge, and the Hamilton Hill Revitalisation Strategy, with details provided on those most likely to impact the community.

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Employment drivers in Hamilton Hill are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Hamilton Hill is home to a highly qualified labor force with strong representation in vital services, showing an unemployment rate of 7.0% according to statistical area data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 6,938 residents were employed, and the local jobless rate was 2.8% higher than the Greater Perth benchmark of 4.2%. Additionally, labor participation is below the regional norm, standing at 66.6% compared to 70.2% in Greater Perth. Census records indicate that a modest 8.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by past pandemic containment measures.

The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Health care & social assistance shows a strong concentration, with local jobs in this sector tracking at 1.2 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, mining plays a minor role, employing 5.2% of working residents compared to 7.0% across the region. Local employment opportunities within this mostly residential community appear limited, as seen when comparing the number of working residents to local job positions from the Census.

Salm and abs data from area search showed that labour force levels fell by 0.9% and employment dropped by 1.1% during the 12 months to March 2026, which caused the unemployment rate to climb by 0.2 percentage points. This trend differs from greater perth, where employment grew by 2.0%, the labour force expanded by 2.5%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. jobs and skills australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide additional context for potential future demand in hamilton hill. These projections, which cover five and ten-year periods, have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. National employment is expected to increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though growth rates vary considerably across industry sectors. When these industry-specific projections are applied to hamilton hill's employment mix, local employment is projected to grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years. This estimate relies on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023, compiled by AreaSearch, shows that Hamilton Hill residents have income levels below the national average. The median taxable income is $50,698 and the average taxable income is $63,774, compared to Greater Perth statistics of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, updated figures are estimated at approximately $56,239 (median) and $70,744 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Hamilton Hill were modest, ranking between the 28th and 41st percentiles. The largest income group comprises 31.6% of residents (4,164 people) who earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring regional trends where 32.0% are in the same bracket. Affordability pressures are high, leaving residents with only 81.6% of their income after housing costs, which sits in the 25th percentile.

Hamilton Hill displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

At the time of the last Census, residential housing in Hamilton Hill consisted of 68.4% detached houses and 31.6% other housing formats (including townhouses, semi-detached options, and apartments), compared to 77.8% detached houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Perth. Home ownership rates in Hamilton Hill mirrored the broader Perth metropolitan area at 28.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgaged residents (34.8%) or tenants (36.8%). The median monthly home loan payment was lower than the Perth metropolitan average at $1,733, while weekly rent was recorded at $320, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,907 and $350. Nationally, Hamilton Hill's mortgage payments are below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.

Hamilton Hill features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Families make up 60.1% of all local households, consisting of 20.5% couples with children, 23.3% couples without children, and 14.9% single parent households. The remaining 39.9% are non-family households, which consist of lone person households (34.5%) and group households (5.4%). The median household size of 2.2 residents is smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

Hamilton Hill shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

Higher education qualifications are held by 28.8% of Hamilton Hill residents aged 15+. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.9%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Practical and trade qualifications are also common, with 34.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (24.1%).

Engagement in learning is strong, with 28.1% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This population is divided between primary schools (8.4%), high schools (6.8%), and higher education (6.6%).

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport services in Hamilton Hill feature 92 active stops served by buses. These stops are connected to 12 routes, delivering a total of 2,721 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 179 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents travel out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 81%, followed by trains at 8% and buses at 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.2 cars per dwelling, which is below the metropolitan average. A relatively low 8.2% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census records that may reflect pandemic conditions.

Across all bus routes, service frequency averages 388 trips per day, which translates to roughly 29 weekly trips at each individual transit stop.

Health outcomes in Hamilton Hill are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Health assessments point to lower outcomes in Hamilton Hill, based on AreaSearch's analysis of mortality and chronic disease rates, with common conditions slightly more frequent than average in both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the typical SA2 area, representing approximately 53% of the population (~6,922 people), which is lower than the 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth.

The most prevalent medical conditions reported among local residents are mental health challenges and arthritis, affecting 10.0 and 7.9% of residents respectively. However, 68.3% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Health outcomes for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.2% of the population (2,398 people), compared to 16.1% in Greater Perth. Health outcomes for these older residents are above average, with national rankings exceeding those of the general local population.

Hamilton Hill was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Hamilton Hill exhibits higher cultural diversity than most surrounding areas, with 22.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 34.8% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 41.4% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of local residents compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth.

Regarding family backgrounds, the three most common ancestries in Hamilton Hill are English (26.4%), Australian (19.8%), and Other (10.6%). Notable variations exist in other ethnic ancestries: Croatian is overrepresented at 2.0% of the population (compared to 0.8% across the region), French stands at 1.2% (compared to 0.5%), and Italian represents 8.6% of residents (compared to 4.2%).

Hamilton Hill's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age of 38 years in Hamilton Hill is close to the Greater Perth average of 37 and matches the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Perth region, Hamilton Hill has a larger share of residents aged 35 - 44 (16.9%) but a smaller proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (9.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 15.0% to 16.9% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 group declined from 13.2% to 12.3%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the local age structure. The 65 to 74 age group is projected to expand by 34% (404 people), rising from 1,199 to 1,604 residents, while the 5 to 14 cohort is expected to grow by a modest 2%, adding 25 children.