Hamilton (NSW)

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

As of Nov 2025, Hamilton's population is estimated at around 4657, reflecting an increase of 43 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 4614. This change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population as 4648 following examination of the latest ERP data release by ABS in June 2024 and validation of an additional 17 new addresses since the Census date. The suburb's population density ratio is 3302 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth for Hamilton during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021.

These projections indicate that Hamilton is expected to increase its population by 558 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 14.6% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Hamilton when compared nationally

Hamilton has received around 16 dwelling approvals per year based on AreaSearch analysis. Approximately 80 homes were approved between FY-21 and FY-25, with none yet in FY-26. On average, 2.8 people moved to Hamilton for each new home constructed over these five years.

The average construction cost of new homes was $593,000. Commercial approvals totalled $27.8 million in the current financial year. Compared to Rest of NSW and nationally, Hamilton shows lower construction activity per person but ranks among the 80th percentile for areas assessed. New building activity consists of 6.0% detached dwellings and 94.0% medium and high-density housing. Hamilton has around 140 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density area. It is projected to grow by 679 residents by 2041.

Looking ahead, Hamilton is expected to grow by 679 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Hamilton has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that could affect this region. Notable initiatives include Hunter Indoor Sports Centre, Parkway Avenue Roundabout Safety Improvements, Transport Oriented Development Area - Hamilton Station, and Gregson Park Masterplan. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Hamilton significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Hamilton's workforce is highly educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.5% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.8%.

As of June 2025, 3,024 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Rest of NSW's 3.7%. Workforce participation was at 66.3%, compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance (1.3 times the regional level), accommodation & food, and education & training sectors. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented with only 0.4% of Hamilton's workforce compared to 5.3% in Rest of NSW.

The worker-to-resident ratio was 0.6 as at the Census, indicating above-normal local employment opportunities. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment increased by 2.8%, labour force grew by 2.9%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW saw employment decline by 0.1% with a labour force growth of 0.3% and an unemployment rate rise of 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Sep-22 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Hamilton's industry mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.3% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Hamilton has a high national median income of $56,186 and an average income of $77,924. This contrasts with the Rest of NSW's median income of $49,459 and average income of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Hamilton would be approximately $63,271 (median) and $87,750 (average) as of September 2025. According to Census 2021 income data, personal income ranks at the 65th percentile ($888 weekly), while household income sits at the 46th percentile. Income distribution shows that 31.4% of Hamilton's population falls within the $1,500 - $2,999 range, similar to metropolitan regions where 29.9% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Hamilton, with only 81.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 45th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Hamilton, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 58.3% houses and 41.8% other dwellings. In Non-Metro NSW, this was 70.5% houses and 29.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hamilton was 29.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 24.3% and rented at 46.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Hamilton was $2,000, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $1,962. Median weekly rent in Hamilton was $420, while Non-Metro NSW recorded $400. Nationally, Hamilton's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 54.0% of all households, including 17.6% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 46.0%, with lone person households at 34.6% and group households comprising 11.4%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Hamilton shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Hamilton's educational attainment is notably higher than broader averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 38.1% possess university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in the rest of NSW and 26.1% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 25.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (9.3%) and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 30.0% of residents holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 19.8%.

Educational participation is high, with 29.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.3% in tertiary education, 6.3% in primary education, and 4.8% pursuing secondary education. Hamilton Public School serves the local community, with an enrollment of 293 students as of a recent report. The school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas. Local school capacity is limited, with only 6.3 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 15.5, indicating that many families may travel for schooling.

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

Transport analysis shows 30 active stops operating in Hamilton, consisting of train and bus services. These stops are served by 25 routes, offering a total of 6,350 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 154 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency stands at 907 trips per day across all routes, translating to around 211 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Hamilton is lower than average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Hamilton faces significant health challenges. Common health conditions are notably prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 58% of the total population (~2,687 people), compared to 55.6% across Rest of NSW. Mental health issues impact 12.8% of residents, while arthritis impacts 8.8%. Approximately 63.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 64.9% across Rest of NSW. As of the latest data (June 2021), 19.2% of residents are aged 65 and over (894 people), which is higher than the 16.7% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

In terms of cultural diversity, Hamilton records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Hamilton's population was found to be culturally diverse, with 88.5% being citizens born in Australia speaking English only at home, comparable to the wider region's average. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 40.6%. While Judaism remained low at 0.1%, it was slightly higher than the Rest of NSW average.

Ancestry-wise, Hamilton's top three groups were English (27.5%), Australian (25.3%), and Irish (11.2%). Notable differences existed for Welsh (0.8% vs regional 0.6%), Macedonian (1.2% vs 0.8%), and Scottish (9.0% vs 8.4%) groups.

Hamilton's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Hamilton's median age is 38, which is lower than the Rest of NSW figure of 43 but equivalent to the national norm of 38. The 25-34 age group constitutes 18.8% of Hamilton's population, higher than the Rest of NSW percentage. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort makes up 6.9%, which is less prevalent compared to other areas. According to the 2021 Census, the 25-34 age group has increased from 16.9% to 18.8%. Meanwhile, the 55-64 cohort has decreased from 12.5% to 10.8%. Demographic projections suggest significant changes in Hamilton's age profile by 2041. The 25-34 group is expected to grow by 32%, reaching 1,155 people from the current 875. Conversely, population declines are projected for both the 5-14 and 55-64 cohorts.