Hamlyn Heights

Population growth drivers in Hamlyn Heights are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

The population of Hamlyn Heights is estimated at around 7,167 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 649 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,518 people. This change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population being 6,811 following examination of ABS data released in June 2024 and an additional 72 validated new addresses since the Census date. The suburb's population density is 2,578 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Hamlyn Heights' growth rate of 10.0% since the 2021 census exceeded the Rest of Vic.'s 8.1%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year.

For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023, adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Future population dynamics anticipate a significant increase in Hamlyn Heights' top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with the suburb expected to increase by 1,864 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an overall increase of 20.9% over the 17 years.

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 40 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 202 homes. As of FY-26, 11 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years (FY-21 to FY-25), an average of 1.9 new residents arrived per new home each year, indicating a balance between supply and demand with stable market dynamics. The average value of new dwellings was $547,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties.

This financial year has seen $4.7 million in commercial development approvals, reflecting Hamlyn Heights' primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of Vic., Hamlyn Heights records about 58% of building activity per person and ranks among the 71st percentile nationally when assessed against other areas. New development consists of 81.0% standalone homes and 19.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's suburban nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers.

The location has approximately 183 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Hamlyn Heights is forecasted to gain 1,494 residents by 2041. Building activity appears to be keeping pace with growth projections, though heightened competition may arise as the population grows.

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 likely affecting the 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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The employment landscape in Hamlyn Heights presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.7%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Hamlyn Heights has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 3.7%, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 3,750 residents are employed while the unemployment rate aligns with Rest of Vic.'s 3.8%.

Workforce participation stands at 68.9% compared to Rest of Vic.'s 61.4%. Census responses show that 21.7% of residents work from home, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Key industries for employment are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training, with the latter being particularly specialized at 1.2 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, at 0.6% compared to Rest of Vic.'s 7.5%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data on working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the labour force decreased by 0.5%, alongside a 0.9% employment decline, causing unemployment to rise by 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Vic. recorded an employment decline of 0.7% and a labour force decline of 0.6%, with marginal unemployment increase. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Hamlyn Heights' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Hamlyn Heights is below the national average. The median income is $51,640 and the average income stands at $65,628. This contrasts with Rest of Vic.'s figures where the median income is $50,954 and the average income is $62,728. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Hamlyn Heights would be approximately $55,900 (median) and $71,042 (average) as of September 2025. The 2021 Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Hamlyn Heights rank modestly, between the 44th and 55th percentiles. The predominant income cohort spans 31.5% of locals (2,257 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, which aligns with the broader area where this cohort represents 30.3%. After housing expenses, 85.2% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Hamlyn Heights is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Hamlyn Heights' dwellings, as per the latest Census, consisted of 83.9% houses and 16.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hamlyn Heights stood at 35.2%, with mortgaged dwellings 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 $1,430. Median weekly rent in Hamlyn Heights was $345, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $285. Nationally, Hamlyn Heights' mortgage repayments were lower at $1,733 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were less at $345 compared to the national figure of $375.

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 account for 35.8%, with lone person households at 31.7% and group households comprising 4.1%. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.4.

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.

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

Hamlyn Heights has 32 operational public transport stops. These are covered by five different routes that together facilitate 906 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is deemed excellent, with residents on average being 178 meters away from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outside Hamlyn Heights, with cars being the primary mode of transportation at 92%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 21.7% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 129 trips daily, translating to approximately 28 weekly trips per individual stop.

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, as assessed by AreaSearch through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover stands at approximately 53% of the total population (~3,783 people), compared to the Rest of Vic.'s 50.5%. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 9.7 and 8.6% of residents respectively, while 66.4% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.4% across Rest of Vic.. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 17.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,254 people), lower than the 23.9% in Rest of Vic.. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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 region's average, with 84.0% of residents born in Australia, 90.6% being citizens, and 86.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Hamlyn Heights, comprising 52.1% of its population. The most significant overrepresentation is seen in the 'Other' category, which accounts for 1.1% compared to the regional average of 0.8%.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups are English (25.4%), Australian (24.9%), and Irish (10.2%). Notable differences include Dutch representation at 2.8% (compared to 1.7% regionally), Croatian at 2.5% (vs 0.4%), and Serbian at 1.0% (vs 0.2%).

Hamlyn Heights's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Hamlyn Heights as of 2021 was 37 years, lower than Victoria's average of 43 and close to Australia's national average of 38. The age profile showed a prominent group aged 25-34 (18.7%) and a smaller group aged 65-74 (8.6%). Between 2016 and 2021, the median age decreased by one year to 37 years, indicating a shift towards a younger demographic. During this period, the proportion of people aged 25-34 increased from 16.3% to 18.7%, while those aged 35-44 increased from 12.9% to 14.7%. Conversely, the proportions of people aged 45-54 and 55-64 decreased from 12.0% to 10.1% and 11.9% to 10.6%, respectively. Population forecasts for Hamlyn Heights in 2041 indicate significant demographic changes. Notably, the number of people aged 25-34 is projected to increase by 40% (536 people), reaching 1,877 from 1,340. Conversely, the number of people aged 55-64 is projected to decrease by 16 people.