Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Hilton (WA) has an estimated 4,707 residents, up 8.9% since the 2021 Census, with 34 projects tracked in the area around Hilton (WA).
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Hilton (WA) lies 15 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 4,707 as of Aug 2026, a figure derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and from national address file data updated each quarter. This reflects an increase of 384 people (8.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 4,323 people.
Local market indicators point to a well-educated population with a strong representation of mortgage holders and a notable education employment base. Residents include a high proportion of elderly people, largely living in group households, and educational attainment is above average. In terms of population growth, the suburb shows strong expansion patterns.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Hilton (WA) lies 15 kilometres south-southwest of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 4,707 as of Aug 2026, a figure derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts released yearly and from national address file data updated each quarter. This reflects an increase of 384 people (8.9%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 4,323 people.
Local market indicators point to a well-educated population with a strong representation of mortgage holders and a notable education employment base. Residents include a high proportion of elderly people, largely living in group households, and educational attainment is above average. In terms of population growth, the suburb shows strong expansion patterns.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,343 in 2006 and 4,694 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,707 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30%.
Hilton (WA) ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 78th for education.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Hilton (WA) is $706 a week, down 1.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 2% below Greater Perth.
2% below Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $706 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -1.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Fremantle | $785 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Fremantle, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South West | $717 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - South West, over 12 months | +6.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 34 projects in and around Hilton (WA), 12 of them under construction.
Award-winning sustainable residential redevelopment of the former Hamilton Senior High School site by DevelopmentWA. The project will deliver around 300 homes across a mix of lot types with extensive retained trees, parks, nature play areas and waterwise infrastructure.
A new purpose-built aged care facility at the historic Woodside site in East Fremantle designed to provide high-quality residential care with modern amenities, therapy spaces, and landscaped gardens for elderly residents.
Mixed-use residential redevelopment by Locus comprising 57 townhouses, 24 apartments and 7 commercial tenancies within the Knutsford precinct. Stage 1 and Stage 2 are under construction, Stage 3 has commenced construction, and Stage 4 has been announced. Overall project completion is expected during 2027.
A 1.5-hectare sustainable residential precinct and 'living laboratory' in Fremantle. The development features 36 all-electric townhomes and an apartment building designed to the One Planet Living framework, targeting 80% reductions in grid energy and mains water use through shared battery storage and rainwater harvesting.
A $250 million all-electric medium-density community at Beaconsfield featuring 206 architecturally designed one to three-storey townhouses with one to four bedrooms.
Replacement of the demolished pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Stock Road to reconnect Hamilton Hill and Coolbellup. Main Roads WA notes planning review for the future of Stock Road is underway (including pier locations and environmental reviews) with the planning review expected to complete by mid-2026.
Boutique house and land estate by Yolk Property Group overlooking Alan Edwards Park and near Frank Cann parkland. Civil works and home builds are underway with most lots sold and a small number of park front survey strata lots and turnkey homes still available. Close to Murdoch University, Fiona Stanley Hospital and the Kardinya Park shopping precinct.
Proposed mixed use development on the former Palmyra Bowling Club site, comprising 98 apartments above ground floor commercial tenancies, delivering new housing and local shops close to Fremantle in partnership between 10 Development and DevelopmentWA.
Stage 1 of the Cockburn Coast Oval project includes the development of a fully irrigated sports oval and supporting amenities, delivering critical recreational infrastructure for the growing North Coogee community.
Installation of new traffic signals, on-road bicycle lanes, pedestrian path and crossing facilities to improve safety at the boundary intersection jointly managed by the Cities of Melville and Cockburn.
The Henderson Street place-making and urban renewal project transforms the existing car park area into a pedestrian-friendly public thoroughfare and open space. Led by the City of Fremantle, the initiative links the FOMO and Convict Quarter precincts with the Cappuccino Strip to improve foot traffic and safety around the Fremantle Markets.
Comprehensive redevelopment of mental health facilities at Fremantle Hospital including 40 additional inpatient beds, a 24/7 mental health crisis centre, and specialist therapeutic spaces with modern accessibility standards.
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Estimated completion year of the 24 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 6, 2027 6, 2028 4, 2029 0, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3. 1 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 2.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 30th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 10 | ABS building approvals | 20th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Hilton include: Stock Road Pedestrian Bridge (Planning); Hamilton Hill Revitalisation Strategy (Planning); Kardinya District Centre Precinct Structure Plan (Approved); Future of Fremantle Waterfront (Planning); and Orthonova Orthopaedic Hospital (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Hilton spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Hilton when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Hilton area has seen 32 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Hilton's current population of 4,707 has been supported by 10 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Hilton has seen 2.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 292 people in the suburb of Hilton, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Hilton's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 10, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Hilton has grown by approximately 330 people, while 52 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Hilton are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,707 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,738 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 81st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,323 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 384 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.72 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Hilton was estimated to be approximately 4,707 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,694 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of hilton has added approximately 384 people and shown a 8.88% increase from the 4,323 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Hilton is estimated at 2,737 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Hilton has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Hilton is driven by: Overseas migration (75.0%), Natural increase (18.0%), Interstate migration (7.000000000000001%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 75.0% of overall population gains.
Hilton's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Hilton at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Hilton is comparable to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and similarly aligned with equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Hilton compared to the Greater Perth region is the 85+ group, making up 4.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Hilton compared to the Greater Perth region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 11.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Hilton show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (4.4% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.0% of the population in the suburb of Hilton as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.3% of the population in the suburb of Hilton as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,715 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 61st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $84,257 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,714 | 2021 Census, weekly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $842 | 2021 Census, weekly | 57th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,283 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Hilton is approximately $66,060. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,715.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Hilton is approximately $90,189. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $84,257.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Hilton is approximately $66,060 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,715 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Hilton is approximately $90,189 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,257 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Hilton's households (~30.0% / 494 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Hilton is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.0% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Hilton is $1,714/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Hilton is $2,283/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Hilton is $842/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Hilton had a median income among taxpayers of $61,715 with the average level standing at $84,257. This is among the highest in Australia and compares to levels of $64,047 and $84,609 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,060 (median) and $90,189 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Hilton is $6,101 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of hilton's disposable income is $6,101 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Hilton remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 70.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,609 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,707 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,729 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Hilton has approximately 2,609 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Hilton stands at 4.4%, which is broadly in line with Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Hilton is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.5% of employment), education & training (15.2%), and professional & technical (9.1%). Other significant employers include construction and retail trade.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Hilton has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Hilton is 70.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of hilton shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 15.2% of the local workforce compared to 9.2% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of hilton's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Hilton shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 39.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 19.5% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.1% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 30.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
39.0% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Hilton have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
30.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Hilton have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of hilton ranks in the 78th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Hilton are: Bachelor Degree (24.4%), Certificate (19.5%), Advanced Diploma (10.8%).
31.8% of the population in the suburb of Hilton is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.7% in primary school, 8.0% in secondary school, 7.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Hilton is 1059, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the suburb of Hilton, with a combined enrollment of approximately 547 students.
The suburb of hilton includes 2 primary schools.
Hilton features high concentrations of group households and single parent families but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.2% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 22.3% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,645 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,791 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.1% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.4 per family | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Hilton had 1,645 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.9% to an estimated 1,791 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Hilton is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (29.2%), group households (5.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,071 family households, couples with children account for 27.4% of all households, couples without children at home 22.3%, and single parent families 14.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Hilton shows distinct household patterns. Conversely, family households are under-represented at 65.1% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Hilton have an average of 1.4 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 34.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.8% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 29.2% of all households in the suburb of Hilton, similar to the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 5.6% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Hilton was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 27.4% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 86.7% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 84.2% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 72.6% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
Hilton was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 13.3% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.4% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Hilton, at 30.6% of people, although more residents (64.9%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 45.0% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Hilton are English, comprising 29.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.8% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of Hilton (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), French at 1.0% (vs 0.5%) and Dutch at 2.0% (vs 1.5%).
27.4% of the suburb of Hilton population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
13.3% of the population in the suburb of Hilton speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.7% of the suburb of Hilton population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
84.2% of the suburb of Hilton population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Hilton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 21.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.7% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,950 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.1% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Hilton, 21.5% of homes are owned outright, 47.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 31.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Hilton are houses.
In the suburb of Hilton, 0.9% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 12.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Hilton stands at 21.5%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Hilton is $1,950, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Hilton is $1,326, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Hilton, households with mortgages typically spend 26.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Hilton is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Hilton shows mortgage holders spending 26.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 17.5% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Hilton consists of 86.7% detached houses, 12.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.9% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Hilton consumes approximately 17.9% of median household income ($7,422 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Hilton show attached dwellings contributing 55% of approvals compared to 13% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 45% of applications versus 87% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Hilton is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.9% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 75th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.3% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.0% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.2% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
Around 58.9% of people in the suburb of Hilton are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Hilton, 6.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
6.9% of people in the suburb of Hilton are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.3% of the suburb of Hilton population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the suburb of Hilton have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Hilton, 58.9% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 79 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 79th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 34 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 1,863 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 137 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 11 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 11.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 34 public transport stops within the suburb of Hilton.
The suburb of Hilton has 1,863 weekly trips across 11 routes, averaging 266 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 153 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 238 m away and the nearest school 430 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 34 stops nearby, 1,863 weekly trips, access rating 79 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 58th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 238 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 430 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 449 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 534 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 659 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 783 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Hilton when compared nationally.
Hilton has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 42nd percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Hilton (WA) is $706 a week, -1.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Population growth drivers in Hilton are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Hilton's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Hilton remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis.
Hilton shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Hilton features high concentrations of group households and single parent families but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Hilton was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Hilton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Health performance in Hilton is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Hilton (WA) has an estimated 4,707 residents, up 8.9% since the 2021 Census, with 34 projects tracked in the area around Hilton (WA).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Hilton (WA).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50641). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Hilton (WA) from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Hilton (WA) with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
