Hampton

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

Hampton's population, as of May 2026, is approximately 19,551 people. This figure represents a growth of 1,351 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 18,200. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 19,524 in June 2025 and an additional 298 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density ratio of 3,442 persons per square kilometer, placing Hampton in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessments. Hampton's growth rate of 7.4% since the 2021 Census exceeds that of its SA3 area (6.0%), indicating it as a growth leader regionally. Overseas migration contributed approximately 85.4% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth in the area.

AreaSearch adopted 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 utilized VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, applying adjustments using a weighted aggregation method from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group were applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics project an above median growth for statistical areas nationally. Hampton is expected to expand by 2,574 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 13.0% over the 16-year period.

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

Hampton recorded approximately 283 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, 1,417 homes were approved, with a further 91 approved in FY-26 as of the current date. The average number of people moving to the area per dwelling built over these five years was 0.2.

This indicates that new construction is meeting or exceeding demand, providing buyers with more options and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current expectations. The average expected construction cost value for new properties in Hampton is $556,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment by developers. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totaled $10.2 million, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Hampton has 56.0% more construction activity per person, offering buyers ample choice and reflecting strong developer confidence in the location's prospects. The current new development mix consists of 9.0% detached dwellings and 91.0% medium and high-density housing. This shift from the current housing mix (61.0% houses) addresses reduced availability of development sites and caters to shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. Hampton has approximately 63 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market.

Future projections estimate Hampton will add 2,547 residents by 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating further population growth beyond current projections.

Hampton has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 34 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Hampton Community Hub, Bluff Road Hampton East Housing Development, Bayside Park Improvement and Habitat Linkage Plan, and Hampton Public Land Masterplan. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Hampton has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Hampton has a highly educated workforce with professional services well represented. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. As of December 2025, 10,391 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.4% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%.

Workforce participation is lower at 66.5%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. According to Census responses, 50.0% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Hampton specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.

However, transport, postal & warehousing is under-represented at 2.5% compared to Greater Melbourne's 5.2%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the working population vs resident population count. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Hampton's labour force decreased by 0.3%, while employment declined by 0.9%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment growth of 2.4% and labour force growth of 2.8%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Hampton's employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.3% 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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Hampton SA2 is $67,509 and average income is $118,041. This compares to Greater Melbourne's median income of $57,688 and average income of $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% from July 2023 to March 2026, estimated median income in Hampton is approximately $74,003 and average income is $129,397. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Hampton rank between the 81st and 88th percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. Income analysis reveals that 31.8% of Hampton's community earns over $4,000 per week (6,217 individuals), differing from regional patterns where earnings of $1,500 - 2,999 dominate at 32.8%. A substantial proportion, 43.0%, earns above $3,000 per week, indicating strong economic capacity in Hampton. High housing costs consume 15.3% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 87th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.

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

Hampton's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 61.0% houses and 39.0% other dwellings. In comparison, Melbourne metro had 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hampton stood at 38.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.4% and rented ones at 26.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,000, exceeding Melbourne metro's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent in Hampton was $471, higher than Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Hampton's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $3,000 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Hampton has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 71.4% of all households, including 36.7% couples with children, 24.4% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 28.6%, with lone person households at 26.4% and group households comprising 2.2%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

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 notably exceeds broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15+, 48.2% have university qualifications, compared to Australia's 30.4% and Victoria's 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 31.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (12.0%) and graduate diplomas (5.0%). Vocational pathways account for 22.2%, with advanced diplomas at 11.1% and certificates also at 11.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.5% in primary education, 9.3% in secondary education, and 7.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Hampton has 85 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 15 different routes, together providing 2,985 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 167 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Hampton's primarily residential nature. The dominant mode of transport is car at 82%, followed by train at 8% and walking at 4%. On average, there are 1.3 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, a high percentage of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 426 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 35 weekly trips per 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 excellent results according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Approximately 78% of Hampton's total population (15,347 people) has private health cover, compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 7.5% and 7.1% of residents respectively. 71.8% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Under-65s in Hampton have better than average health outcomes. The area has 20.4% of residents aged 65 and over (3,992 people), higher than the 15.0% in Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, ranking broadly in line with the general population nationally.

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 is 16.4% non-English speaking, with 28.8% born overseas. Christianity dominates Hampton at 45.9%. Judaism is overrepresented in Hampton at 1.4%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 1.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (27.9%), Australian (21.2%), and Irish (9.2%). Russian, Polish, and Greek ethnicities show notable divergences: Russians comprise 1.1% vs regional 0.4%, Poles at 1.3% vs 0.8%, Greeks at 2.8% vs 2.7%.

Hampton's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Hampton is 43 years, which is higher than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 55-64 years make up a significant portion at 14.7%, while those aged 25-34 years are relatively smaller at 8.8% compared to Greater Melbourne. Between 2021 and the present, the population aged 15-24 years has increased from 12.5% to 14.2%, and the 75-84 age group has risen from 5.7% to 7.1%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 16.3% to 14.4%, and the 5-14 age group has dropped from 13.0% to 11.5%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate that the 65-74 age cohort is expected to increase by 616 people (30%), growing from 2,060 to 2,677. Notably, the combined population aged 65 and above will account for 63% of total population growth, reflecting Hampton's aging demographic trend. In contrast, the 5-14 and 15-24 age groups are projected to experience population declines.