Hampton Park

An assessment of population growth drivers in Hampton Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of Hampton Park is around 27,716, reflecting a growth of 1,634 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 26,082. This increase was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 27,151 based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 354 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 2,077 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed about 67.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch's projections for Hampton Park are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 adjusted employing weighted aggregation method from LGA to SA2 levels.

Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. According to these projections, the suburb of Hampton Park is expected to grow by an above median rate, with an estimated increase of 3,602 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 11.0% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Hampton Park according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Hampton Park recorded around 75 residential properties granted approval per year over the past 5 financial years ending FY26. By FY26, 12 approvals had been recorded. The average construction cost value for new homes was $419,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. This financial year also saw $329,000 in commercial approvals registered, indicating the area's residential nature.

Compared to Greater Melbourne, Hampton Park had markedly lower building activity, 82.0% below the regional average per person as of FY26. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. Nationally, Hampton Park's building activity was also below average, reflecting its maturity and possible planning constraints. New building activity showed 44.0% standalone homes and 56.0% townhouses or apartments by FY26, a shift from the current housing mix of 93.0% houses. This change likely reflects reduced availability of development sites and shifting lifestyle demands. Hampton Park had approximately 435 people per dwelling approval as of FY26, indicating an established area. Population forecasts suggest Hampton Park will gain 3,037 residents by 2041, based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate.

Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Hampton Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

The performance of a region is significantly impacted by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 36 projects that are anticipated to influence the area. Notable projects include the redevelopment of the Hampton Park Food Market, the Hampton Park Central Development Plan and Community Precinct Master Plan, the removal of Thompsons Road Level Crossing, and the Hampton Park Hill Development Plan. The following list details those projects expected to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Hampton Park faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Hampton Park has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 9.2% as of September 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 3.2% over the past year. There are 12,967 residents currently employed, while the unemployment rate is 4.5% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.7%.

Workforce participation in Hampton Park is lower at 66.0%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 71.0%. Only 12.9% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have influenced this figure. Key industries for employment include manufacturing, health care & social assistance, and construction. Manufacturing has a notable concentration with employment levels at 2.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 4.2% compared to the regional average of 10.1%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 3.2%, labour force increased by 4.6%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 1.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 3.0% and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points during the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Hampton Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not consider localized population projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Hampton Park had a median income among taxpayers of $47,667. The average income stood at $50,715. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $57,688 and $75,164 across Greater Melbourne respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $51,600 (median) and $54,899 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Hampton Park, between the 22nd and 37th percentiles. Distribution data shows 37.4% of the population (10,365 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, reflecting patterns seen regional levels where 32.8% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.2% of income remaining, ranking at the 36th percentile.

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

In Hampton Park, as per the latest Census evaluation, 92.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 7.1% consisting of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This is compared to Melbourne's metropolitan area, where 67.9% of dwellings are houses and 32.1% are other types. Home ownership in Hampton Park stood at 24.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.2% and rented ones at 29.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,583, lower than Melbourne's metro average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure in Hampton Park was recorded at $351, compared to Melbourne's metro average of $390. Nationally, Hampton Park's median monthly mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 79.8% of all households, including 44.3% couples with children, 18.9% couples without children, and 14.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.2%, with lone person households at 16.8% and group households making up 3.4%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Hampton Park fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 19.2%, significantly lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 33.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (21.6%). Educational participation is high at 33.5%, comprising primary education (11.2%), secondary education (9.2%), and tertiary education (5.0%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 33.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.2% in primary education, 9.2% in secondary education, and 5.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Hampton Park has 105 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by eight different routes that together facilitate 1,265 weekly passenger trips. Residents have excellent access to transportation, with an average distance of 194 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards from Hampton Park, and cars remain the primary mode of transport for 90% of them. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 12.9% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency across all routes averages 180 trips per day, translating to approximately 12 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centerpoint.

Health outcomes in Hampton Park are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Hampton Park's health indicators show below-average results based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is very low at 47% of the total population (~13,020 people), compared to Greater Melbourne's 56.7% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (7.2%) and diabetes (6.3%). A total of 74.5% of residents claim to be free from medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's 72.6%. Under-65s in Hampton Park have better health outcomes compared to the national average. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.3%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 15.1%. However, senior health outcomes align with national rankings.

Hampton Park is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Hampton Park has one of the highest cultural diversities in the country, with 57.3% speaking a language other than English at home and 56.2% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 42.1%. However, Islam is significantly overrepresented at 19.7%, compared to Greater Melbourne's average of 5.6%.

In ancestry, 'Other' is highest at 34.9%, much higher than the regional average of 14.6%. English ancestry stands at 13.1%, notably lower than the regional average of 20.1%. Australian ancestry is also lower at 12.2%, compared to the regional average of 18.4%. Notably, Sri Lankan (2.4% vs 0.8%), Samoan (2.6% vs 0.3%), and Serbian (1.5% vs 0.4%) ethnic groups are overrepresented in Hampton Park relative to the region.

Hampton Park's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Hampton Park has a median age of 33, which is younger than Greater Melbourne's figure of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Hampton Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 15-24 (14.6%) but fewer residents aged 35-44 (13.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population of those aged 65-74 has increased from 6.7% to 8.7%, while the proportion of those aged 45-54 has decreased from 12.0% to 11.0%. By 2041, forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Hampton Park. The 65-74 age group is projected to grow by 38%, adding 915 residents and reaching a total of 3,327. This growth will be primarily driven by residents aged 65 and older, who are expected to represent 57% of the population increase. Conversely, the 0-4 and 35-44 age cohorts are anticipated to experience population declines.