Hammond Park

Hammond Park lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Analyzing ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Hammond Park has an estimated population of approximately 10,271 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 3,286 people (47.0%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,985 residents. The figures are derived from a resident population of 10,119, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP data and a further 1,033 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size represents a density of 2,366 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of Australian areas monitored by AreaSearch. The expansion of 47.0% since the 2021 census outstripped the national growth rate of 9.3%, as well as state levels, establishing the locality as a regional leader in expansion. Population gains were primarily fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 39.0% of the overall increase, though overseas migration and natural growth also made positive contributions.

AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and to calculate growth beyond 2032, AreaSearch applies age-cohort growth rates from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, which are grounded in 2022 data. Future demographic forecasts indicate substantial expansion within the top quartile of national statistical areas, with expectations that the suburb of Hammond Park will add 3,243 persons by 2041 under consolidated SA2-level projections, showing a total growth of 30.1% over the 16 years.

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

According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas, the suburb of Hammond Park averages approximately 257 residential approvals annually, totaling 1,288 approved homes over the past 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 136 in the current FY-26 period. An average increase of 2.6 new residents per year for each constructed dwelling over the past 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25 points to healthy demand that underpins property values, with new homes averaging a construction cost of $374,000, which is higher than regional benchmarks and indicative of quality-driven building. Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $20.9 million this financial year, showing ongoing business investment.

Relative to Greater Perth, the suburb of Hammond Park displays 268.0% more building approvals per capita, offering purchasers a broad selection of homes, even though development pace has eased lately. This level of activity is substantially higher than the national benchmark, reflecting strong developer interest. Residential construction is dominated by standalone homes at 97.0%, with townhouses or apartments comprising 3.0%, reinforcing the detached-housing, suburban focus that draws buyers looking for space. The area records approximately 56 people for each dwelling approval, showing a growing market.

Long-term forecasts indicate the suburb of Hammond Park will welcome 3,091 additional residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. At the current pace of construction, incoming residential supply is poised to satisfy local demand, maintaining favorable purchasing conditions and potentially reinforcing population growth beyond current projections.

Hammond Park has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

Local infrastructure updates, planning policies, and major construction projects have a substantial influence on regional trends. AreaSearch has identified 9 projects likely to affect the local area. Notable developments include the Hammond Park Shopping Centre, the Gaebler Road Mixed-Use Commercial Development, the Hammond West Private Estate, and the duplication of Hammond Road from Russell Road to Rowley Road, with the primary projects outlined below.

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The exceptional employment performance in Hammond Park places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

The suburb of Hammond Park possesses an educated workforce with notable representation in essential service industries, an unemployment rate of only 1.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.4% over the past year, as aggregated from regional statistical data by AreaSearch. In March 2026, working residents numbered 6,487, while the local unemployment rate sat 2.5% below the Greater Perth average of 4.2%, and labor force participation reached an elevated 84.2% compared to the capital city average of 70.2%. Census records indicate that a minor 7.8% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction periods.

Resident employment is primarily clustered in construction, professional and technical services, and health care and social assistance. In contrast, the accommodation and food services sector accounts for a lower share of jobs at 5.0% compared to the regional benchmark of 6.8%. The local area is mainly residential and seems to offer relatively few jobs within its boundaries, as highlighted by comparing the number of working residents to local job opportunities in the Census.

Based on AreaSearch assessments of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions, the 12-month period experienced an employment expansion of 2.4% and labor force growth of 2.5%, which led to an unemployment increase of 0.1 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Perth experienced employment growth of 2.0%, labor force expansion of 2.5%, and an unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand trends for the suburb of Hammond Park. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. While overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by sector. Applying these specific industry expectations to the local workforce mix suggests employment for the suburb of Hammond Park will rise by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted projection that does not factor in localized population adjustments.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the suburb of Hammond Park are exceptionally high on a national scale, with a median of $73,227 and an average of $87,489. This stands in contrast to the Greater Perth median income of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current figures would be roughly $81,231 for the median and $97,052 for the average as of March 2026. According to the Census, family, household, and individual earnings in the suburb of Hammond Park are highly ranked, falling between the 89th and 91st percentiles across Australia. Income distribution shows the largest cohort is the 42.7% earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, representing 4,385 residents, which is comparable to the 32.0% regional cohort in this bracket. A notable 35.1% of residents earn more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to affluent pockets that support local business activity. High housing outlays account for 16.5% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income in the 87th percentile, and the local SEIFA income score falls into the 7th decile.

Hammond Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Hammond Park consisted of 85.3% houses and 14.7% alternative housing options like townhouses, apartments, or other formats, compared to the Perth metropolitan average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Outright home ownership in the suburb of Hammond Park was lower than the metropolitan average at 9.9%, with the majority of properties being mortgaged at 66.5% or rented at 23.6%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 sat above the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, while the median weekly rent was $410 compared to the capital city average of $350. Nationally, mortgage outlays in the suburb of Hammond Park exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national benchmark of $375.

Hammond Park features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up the vast majority of households at 82.7%, consisting of 46.0% couples with children, 23.9% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 17.3%, with single-person households at 14.6% and group housing representing 2.8% of the total. The local median household size of 2.9 people is larger than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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

The educational makeup of the area is distinct within the region, as university graduation rates representing 33.1% of residents aged 15 and over exceed the SA3 average of 27.4% and the state average of 27.9%, showcasing the local commitment to tertiary study. Bachelor degrees are held by 22.7% of the population, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 7.2% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Technical and trade credentials are also common, with 38.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 12.1% and certificates at 26.4%.

Enrolment in education is remarkably strong, with 33.2% of local residents actively participating in formal study. This student population includes 14.4% in primary schools, 6.6% in secondary schools, and 4.8% enrolled in tertiary institutions.

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

Public transport infrastructure consists of 22 active transit stops in the suburb of Hammond Park, which are serviced by a combination of buses. These stops accommodate 5 distinct routes that together facilitate 835 passenger journeys weekly. Transit accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 317 meters from their nearest stop. As the area is predominantly residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode for 80% of workers and trains used by 13%. Household car ownership averages 1.6 vehicles per household. A minor 7.8% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

Service frequency averages 119 journeys daily across all active routes, which equates to roughly 37 weekly services for each transit stop.

Hammond Park's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Health outcomes are strong throughout the suburb of Hammond Park, based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and chronic illness indicators, which show low rates of common health conditions across every age cohort. Private health insurance coverage is highly prevalent, with approximately 62% of the population, or 6,360 people, holding cover. This compares to 59.0% of residents across Greater Perth and a national average of 55.7%.

Asthma and mental health issues were the most frequently reported medical conditions in the area, affecting 6.8 and 6.7% of residents, respectively, while 80.2% of the population declared they had no medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. Residents aged 65 and over make up 6.7% of the local population, totaling 688 people, which is lower than the Greater Perth average of 16.1%. Senior health metrics are exceptionally positive, with national standings generally matching those of the broader community.

Hammond Park 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

The suburb of Hammond Park has a diverse cultural profile, with 28.2% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 39.2% born in overseas countries. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 44.2% of the population. Hinduism shows a notable local concentration at 5.0% of residents, compared to the Greater Perth representation of 2.5%.

Looking at ancestral background through parental birthplaces, the three most common heritages in the suburb of Hammond Park are English at 23.9%, Australian at 20.3%, and Other at 13.0%. There are also notable variations in the representation of other backgrounds: South Australian ancestry accounts for 1.8% of the population compared to 1.0% across the region, Serbian heritage is recorded at 0.7% compared to 0.3%, and Maori ancestry stands at 1.2% compared to 0.9% regionally.

Hammond Park hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

With a median age of 32 years, the suburb of Hammond Park has a younger population than the Greater Perth average of 37 years and the national average of 38 years. Compared to the capital city, the suburb of Hammond Park has a higher proportion of residents in the 35 to 44 age range at 20.3% but fewer in the 65 to 74 range at 4.6%. The concentration of 35 to 44 residents is higher than the national level of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data points to gradual aging, with the median age increasing from 31 to 32 years. Significant shifts show the 55 to 64 bracket growing from 5.7% to 7.5% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort rising from 10.6% to 12.3%. On the other hand, the 0 to 4 group decreased from 10.3% to 7.7%, and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 17.4% to 15.1%. Demographic projections show the local age profile changing substantially by 2041. The 25 to 34 age bracket is expected to grow the fastest at 29%, adding 574 residents to reach 2,547, while the 0 to 4 group is projected to grow by a modest 9%, adding 71 children.