Hampton (Vic.)

Hampton has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, Hampton's population is estimated at around 14,698 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,180 people (8.7%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,518 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 14,676 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 159 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3,466 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Hampton's growth of 8.7% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (6.0%), along with the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 85.0% 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, AreaSearch utilises VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Considering the projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for the area, with an expected increase of 1,981 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 13.3% in total over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Hampton among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data, Hampton has experienced around 189 dwellings receiving development approval each year over the past five financial years ending June 2025. This totals an estimated 946 homes. As of February 2026, 62 approvals have been recorded in this financial year. Over these five years, an average of 0.1 new residents per year has arrived per new home constructed.

New construction is matching or outpacing demand, offering buyers more options and enabling population growth that could exceed current expectations. The average value of new homes being built is $636,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In the current financial year, $9.6 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Hampton has slightly more development, at 39.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period ending June 2025. This suggests strong developer confidence in the location. Recent construction comprises 9.0% standalone homes and 91.0% medium and high-density housing, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers.

This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition of 62.0% houses. The location has approximately 54 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Looking ahead, Hampton is expected to grow by 1,959 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate as of December 2025. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 27 projects that may impact this area. Key projects include Hampton Community Hub, Ocean House, Bayside Park Improvement, Habitat Linkage Plan, and Hampton Public Land Masterplan. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Hampton shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Hampton has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate was 5.1% as of December 2024. In December 2025, the unemployment rate rose to 5.3%, which is 0.3% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%.

Workforce participation was somewhat lower at 66.3% compared to Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. According to Census responses, 50.9% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries of employment among residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Hampton has a notable concentration in professional & technical services with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing shows lower representation at 2.2% versus the regional average of 5.2%. Over the year to December 2025, labour force levels increased by 0.2%, while employment decreased by 0.4%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Hampton's employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Hampton's employment mix.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on June 2023 for financial year 2023, Hampton had a median income among taxpayers of $68,886 and an average income of $122,338. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to the national median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since June 2023, current estimates for Hampton would be approximately $75,513 (median) and $134,107 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, incomes in Hampton ranked highly nationally, between the 85th and 93rd percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income analysis showed that 35.3% of residents earned over $4,000 weekly, with 46.5% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power. After housing costs, residents retained 86.7% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking in the 9th decile.

Hampton displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Hampton's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 62.1% houses and 38.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hampton stood at 41.8%, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (35.0%) or rented (23.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,000, higher than Melbourne metro's average of $2,000. Median weekly rent in Hampton was $500, compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Hampton's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Hampton has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households compose 73.3% of all households, including 38.8% couples with children, 25.9% couples without children, and 8.0% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 26.7%, with lone person households at 25.0% and group households comprising 1.5% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, aligning with Greater Melbourne's average.

Hampton demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Hampton's educational attainment is notably higher than national averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 50.0% hold university qualifications, surpassing Australia's 30.4% and Victoria's 33.4%. The area's educational advantage is reflected in its high proportion of bachelor degrees (32.3%), postgraduate qualifications (12.8%), and graduate diplomas (4.9%). Vocational pathways are also prevalent, with 20.5% of qualifications being advanced diplomas (10.9%) or certificates (9.6%).

Educational participation is high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including secondary (9.8%), primary (9.5%), and tertiary (7.5%) levels.

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

Hampton has 70 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 15 different routes that together facilitate 2,985 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 159 meters from the nearest stop. Most Hampton residents commute outward daily. Cars remain the most popular mode of transport, used by 80% of residents, while trains are used by 10%, and walking by 5%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling in the area.

According to the 2021 Census, 50.9% of Hampton's residents work from home, which may be partially attributed to COVID-19 conditions. Each day, an average of 426 trips is made across all routes, equating to approximately 42 weekly trips per individual stop.

Hampton's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Hampton's health outcomes show exceptional results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with very low prevalence across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 75% of Hampton's total population (11,007 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and the national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 7.4 and 7.1% of residents respectively, while 72.1% report being completely clear of medical ailments, similar to Greater Melbourne's 72.6%.

Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Hampton has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 21.3%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 15.0%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with national rankings.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Hampton was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Hampton's population was found to have 14.1% speaking a language other than English at home, as of 2021. This figure is higher compared to the vast majority of local markets. Additionally, 28.0%, born overseas, resided in Hampton by the same year.

Christianity was the predominant religion in Hampton, with 46.3% of people identifying as such. However, Judaism's representation was notably higher at 1.1%, compared to Greater Melbourne's average of 1.0%. In terms of ancestry, English was the most represented group, comprising 29.1% of Hampton's population in 2021, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 20.1%. Australian and Irish ancestry followed, making up 21.2% and 9.6% respectively. Notably, Russian, Polish, and Welsh ethnic groups were overrepresented in Hampton compared to regional averages: Russian at 1.0% vs 0.4%, Polish at 1.1% vs 0.8%, and Welsh at 0.8% vs 0.4%.

Hampton hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

The median age in Hampton is 45 years, which is significantly higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Hampton has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (15.6%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (7.8%). According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 15-24 increased from 13.1% to 14.9%, and the 75-84 age group grew from 6.0% to 7.3%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group decreased from 16.7% to 14.9%, and the 5-14 age group dropped from 13.2% to 11.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Hampton's age structure. The 65-74 age group is expected to grow by 30%, reaching 2,123 people from 1,631. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 63% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 5-14 and 15-24 age groups are projected to decrease in number.