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Population
Population growth drivers in Hamlyn Heights are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends
As of November 2025, the estimated population of Hamlyn Heights is around 6,797, reflecting a growth of 279 people since the 2021 Census. The ABS ERP estimate for June 2024 was 6,775, and AreaSearch validated an additional 69 new addresses since the census date to reach this population figure. This results in a density ratio of 2,445 persons per square kilometer, placing Hamlyn Heights in the upper quartile compared to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate of 4.3% since the census is within 1.7 percentage points of the non-metro area's growth rate of 6.0%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023 adjusted to SA2 levels for areas not covered by ABS data.
Future population dynamics forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with Hamlyn Heights expected to increase by 1,896 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 27.9% over the 17-year period.
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Development
Recent residential development output has been above average within Hamlyn Heights when compared nationally
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Hamlyn Heights recorded around 37 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25. This totals an estimated 187 homes. As of FY-26, 7 approvals have been recorded. On average, approximately two people moved to the area per new home constructed during this period, reflecting robust demand that supports property values.
New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $547,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. This financial year has seen $2.5 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited commercial development focus compared to residential. Compared to Rest of Vic., Hamlyn Heights records roughly half the building activity per person while it places among the 62nd percentile of areas assessed nationally.
Recent construction comprises 80.0% standalone homes and 20.0% townhouses or apartments, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. With around 233 people per approval, Hamlyn Heights reflects a low density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Hamlyn Heights is expected to grow by approximately 1,900 residents through to 2041. Should current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.
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Infrastructure
Hamlyn Heights has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally
Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified eight projects that may affect this region. Notable ones include Northern and Western Geelong Growth Areas, Geelong Ring Road - Stage 4C (Heales Road to Anglesea Road), Barwon Health North, and Bell Park / Bell Post Hill Enhanced Early Years and Community Hub. The following list details those most relevant.
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Northern and Western Geelong Growth Areas
Strategic development of over 5,300 hectares in the Northern (Lovely Banks) and Western (Batesford/Fyansford) growth corridors of Geelong. The project is the largest greenfield planning project in regional Victoria, intended to accommodate over 110,000 new residents and deliver approximately 39,103 new dwellings. It includes the preparation of a Framework Plan and subsequent Precinct Structure Plans (PSPs) to guide new residential communities, employment precincts, community facilities, transport infrastructure, and environmental protections. The project is currently in the public re-exhibition phase (November 2025 - December 2025) for its revised draft Strategic Assessment and Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Plan.
Barwon Health North
State-of-the-art health facility in Geelong's northern suburbs, officially opened in January 2020. It provides an urgent care centre, renal dialysis, medical imaging, pathology, dental, and child and family services to meet the growing needs of the community.
Geelong Ring Road - Stage 4C (Heales Road to Anglesea Road)
The final 5 km section of the Geelong Ring Road (Stage 4C) will complete the ring road by connecting the existing Princes Freeway at Heales Road (Corio) to the Anglesea Road interchange (Belmont). It includes a new four-lane freeway, bridges over Cowies Creek and the Geelong-Melbourne rail line, and upgrades to local roads.
Geelong Hydrogen Hub
A green hydrogen production and refuelling hub proposed by GeelongPort and Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) at the Port of Geelong. The facility will import green ammonia, convert it to hydrogen via cracking, store and distribute hydrogen to industrial customers, heavy transport and potentially the gas network. The project has been referred under the Environment Effects Act 1978 and is currently undergoing environmental assessment (EES) with public exhibition of the EES expected in 2026.
Wathaurong Dreaming Project - North Geelong Hub Redevelopment
The Wathaurong Dreaming Project is a redevelopment of the Morgan Street site in North Geelong to create a central hub for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community services, bringing together healthcare, social and emotional wellbeing programs, family and youth support, justice services, and cultural spaces under one roof. Key features include inside-outside consult rooms, cultural spaces like a Scar Tree and dance circle, yarning circle, womens tranquility garden, new healthcare facilities with 12 GP consulting rooms, 2 treatment rooms, a dentistry room, a 300-seat conference and hospitality space, and landscaping with Indigenous flora.
Viva Energy Geelong Refinery Upgrades
Major $350 million upgrades to the Viva Energy Geelong Refinery are now practically complete as of November 2025. Key components include the Ultra Low Sulphur Gasoline (ULSG) plant, which achieved practical completion in late 2025, and Australia's first public hydrogen refuelling station, which opened in June 2025. The project also delivered three new 30-million-litre diesel storage tanks and aromatics compliance upgrades, solidifying the site's role as a modern Energy Hub supplying 50% of Victoria's fuel.
Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre
The project involves constructing a purpose-built convention and exhibition space, including a 1000-seat venue, two large exhibition spaces, meeting rooms, conference facilities, flexible event spaces, retail spaces for food and beverage, a large public plaza, and a 200-room Crowne Plaza hotel.
Northern Geelong Industrial Precinct
Development of a major industrial precinct in northern Geelong to support manufacturing, logistics, and advanced manufacturing industries. The precinct will feature modern industrial facilities, transport links, and utilities infrastructure.
Employment
Employment conditions in Hamlyn Heights remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis
Hamlyn Heights has a skilled workforce with notable representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.7% as of June 2025.
Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.0%. This is based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. In June 2025, 3,814 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate in line with Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%. Workforce participation was higher than the regional average, at 66.0% compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%.
Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area has a particularly notable concentration in education & training, with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence, with only 0.6% employment compared to the regional average of 7.5%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 2.0%, while labour force increased by 2.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.5 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Vic. recorded an employment decline of 0.9% and a labour force decline of 0.4%, with unemployment rising by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Hamlyn Heights. These projections indicate that national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Hamlyn Heights's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years. However, it is important to note that this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections.
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Income
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis
Hamlyn Heights' income level aligns with national averages according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. Hamlyn Heights' median income among taxpayers is $51,640 and average income stands at $65,628, compared to Rest of Vic.'s figures of $48,741 and $60,693 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 12.16% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $57,919 (median) and $73,608 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes rank modestly in Hamlyn Heights, between the 44th and 55th percentiles. Income distribution shows that the $1,500 - $2,999 earnings band captures 31.5% of the community (2,141 individuals), aligning with metropolitan region where this cohort represents 30.3%. After housing, 85.2% of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.
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Housing
Hamlyn Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
In Hamlyn Heights, as per the latest Census evaluation, 83.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 16.1% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s figures of 84.6% houses and 15.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hamlyn Heights stood at 35.2%, with mortgaged properties at 34.6% and rented ones at 30.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, higher than Non-Metro Vic.'s average of $1,712. The median weekly rent in Hamlyn Heights was $345, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $335. Nationally, Hamlyn Heights' mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Hamlyn Heights features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Family households constitute 64.2% of all households, including 26.3% couples with children, 26.3% couples without children, and 10.5% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 35.8%, with lone person households at 31.7% and group households at 4.1%. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than the Rest of Vic average of 2.4.
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Local Schools & Education
Educational attainment in Hamlyn Heights aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics
Educational qualifications in Hamlyn Heights trail regional benchmarks with 27.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 33.4% in VIC. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 18.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 35.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (24.1%).
Educational participation is notably high, with 27.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 8.3% in primary education, 7.2% in secondary education, and 5.2% pursuing tertiary education. Hamlyn Heights's 5 schools have combined enrollment reaching 1,674 students while the area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 995) with balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 2 primary, 2 secondary, 1 K-12 school. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs (24.6 places per 100 residents vs 16.7 regionally), indicating the area serves as an educational center for the broader region. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments please refer to parent campus.
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Nearby Services & Amenities
Transport
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Public transport analysis indicates 32 active transport stops operating within Hamlyn Heights. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totaling 10 individual routes. Collectively, they provide 1,453 weekly passenger trips.
Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically located 178 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 207 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 45 weekly trips per stop.
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Health
Health outcomes in Hamlyn Heights are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts
Hamlyn Heights shows below-average health outcomes with common conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age groups.
Private health cover is at approximately 53% of the total population (~3,588 people), just leading the average SA2 area. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.7 and 8.6% of residents respectively. About 66.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 65.9% across Rest of Vic. The area has 17.6% of residents aged 65 and over (1,196 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, performing better than the general population in health metrics.
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Cultural Diversity
In terms of cultural diversity, Hamlyn Heights records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Hamlyn Heights' cultural diversity aligns with the broader regional average, with 84.0% born in Australia, 90.6% being citizens, and 86.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, accounting for 52.1%. The 'Other' category shows slight overrepresentation at 1.1%, compared to 1.2% regionally.
Top ancestry groups are English (25.4%), Australian (24.9%), and Irish (10.2%). Notable ethnic group divergences include Dutch (2.8% vs regional 2.0%) and Croatian (2.5% vs 1.5%), with Serbian also slightly higher at 1.0% compared to the region's 0.5%.
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Age
Hamlyn Heights's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms
The median age in Hamlyn Heights is 37 years, which is lower than Victoria's average of 43 and close to Australia's national average of 38. The age profile shows that individuals aged 25-34 are prominent at 18.0%, while those aged 65-74 are relatively smaller at 8.6% compared to the rest of Victoria. Between 2021 and the present, the proportion of 25-34 year-olds has increased from 16.3% to 18.0%, while the 35-44 age group has grown from 12.9% to 14.3%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 12.0% to 10.5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Hamlyn Heights' age structure. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to rise substantially by 660 people (54%), from 1,223 to 1,884. Meanwhile, the 55-64 age group is expected to grow by a modest 0%, with an increase of just 1 person.