Area profile · Greater Melbourne
Hampton has an estimated 20,024 residents, up 10.0% since the 2021 Census, with 27 projects tracked in Hampton.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 14 kilometres south-southeast from Melbourne CBD, the Hampton Statistical Area (Lv2) presents a prestigious coastal setting characterised by high socio-economic standing and steady growth. Demographic evaluations by AreaSearch indicate that as of Aug 2026, Hampton's population reached approximately 20,024 residents, up by 1,824 people (10.0%) from the 18,200 individuals counted at the 2021 Census. This upward trajectory is supported by Australian Bureau of Statistics Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures showing 19,524 residents in June 2025, complemented by 1,036 Validated New Addresses recorded since the Census.
Hampton combines scenic beachside charm with a vibrant community fabric, featuring boutique shopping, bustling cafes, and acclaimed local schools. The residential market shows a clear shift toward higher density living and notable levels of semi-detached housing, providing diverse accommodation options that complement its seaside amenity.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 16,026 in 2001 and 19,524 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 20,024 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 14.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 31.8%.
Hampton ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for education and the 88th for health.
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 Hampton is $628 a week, up 6.5% over 12 months to Sep 2025 and 7% above Greater Melbourne.
7% above Greater Melbourne on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $747 in 2016, $998 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $464 in 2016, $647 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $628 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $998 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +1.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $647 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +5.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Bayside | $720 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Bayside, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Melbourne - Inner South | $626 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Melbourne - Inner South, over 12 months | +5.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Greater Melbourne | $587 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Melbourne, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Change in median rent, VIC, over 12 months | +4.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
AreaSearch tracks 27 projects in Hampton (9 under construction) and 147 more in the surrounding area.
The Hampton Community Hub is a proposed civic consolidation project by Bayside City Council for the Willis Street precinct in Hampton.
Victorian School Building Authority upgrade comprising a new gymnasium, performing arts centre, additional classrooms, relocation of an…
Ocean House is a boutique residential project delivering 18 luxury 2 and 3 bedroom apartments near Hampton Street and the bay.
Bayside City Council is investing in urban design and placemaking improvements across the Hampton Street Major Activity Centre, including…
A major Big Housing Build redevelopment of the Bluff Road housing site replacing 146 older dwellings with 285 new social, affordable, and…
A luxury boutique residential apartment development comprising 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residences across a low-rise format in Hampton East.
Boutique luxury apartment development featuring 32 residences with contemporary design by Woods Bagot architects.
Hampton Ltd is a boutique residential development consisting of 20 apartments and 3 townhomes across three distinct buildings.
A mixed-use development featuring 27 two and three-bedroom luxury apartments across a three-level building, along with ground-floor medical…
An $80 million luxury residential development featuring 33 large-scale apartments designed by Fender Katsalidis.
A landmark precinct development by epc.Pacific and Pace Development Group featuring 159 private residential apartments, 18 social housing…
Expansion of St Leonards College through the adaptive reuse of adjacent properties as an Education Centre, providing additional…
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Estimated completion year of the 85 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 18, 2026 29, 2027 21, 2028 7, 2029 2, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3. 16 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 15.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 283 | ABS building approvals | 95th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Hampton SA2 include: Bluff Road Hampton East Housing Development (Construction); Hampton Community Hub (Pre-Approval); Hampton Public Land Masterplan (Planning); Ocean House (Construction); and Hampton Primary School Upgrade and Modernisation (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Hampton SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Hampton among the top 20% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Hampton SA2 area has seen 652 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Hampton SA2's current population of 20,024 has been supported by 283 approvals on average over recent years.
The Hampton SA2 has seen 15.1 approval per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 8.7 approvals in Greater Melbourne. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 111 people in the Hampton SA2, compared to one for every 121 in Greater Melbourne.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Hampton SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 283, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Hampton SA2 has grown by approximately 527 people, while 1,417 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Hampton reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,024 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,522 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 18,200 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,824 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 5.68 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Hampton SA2 was estimated to be approximately 20,024 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 19,524 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The hampton sa2 has added approximately 1,824 people and shown a 10.02% increase from the 18,200 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Hampton SA2 is estimated at 3,525 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Hampton SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.6% per annum.
Population growth in the Hampton SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (85.4%), Natural increase (14.6%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 85.4% of overall population gains.
Hampton's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 70th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.0% | 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 | 43 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Hampton SA2 at 43 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 43 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 43 years as at August 2026, Hampton is 6 years older than the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census average (37 years) and 5 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Hampton SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 14.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Hampton SA2 compared to the Greater Melbourne region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.3% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Hampton SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Melbourne. The most over-represented age group is 55-64 year-olds (14.7% vs 10.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (9.3% vs 16.4%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.4% of the population in the Hampton SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.1% of the population in the Hampton SA2 as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $72,452 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 88th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $121,911 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,415 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,033 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 43.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,383 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Hampton SA2 is approximately $77,234. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $72,452.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Hampton SA2 is approximately $129,957. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $121,911.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Hampton SA2 is approximately $77,234 compared to $63,783 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $72,452 and $59,834 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Hampton SA2 is approximately $129,957 compared to $83,612 in Greater Melbourne. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $121,911 and $78,435 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Hampton SA2's households (~31.8% / 2,180 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Hampton SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 31.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Melbourne's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.8% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Hampton SA2 is $2,415/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Hampton SA2 is $3,383/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Hampton SA2 is $1,033/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Hampton SA2 is among the top percentile nationally, with the median assessed at $72,452 while the average income stands at $121,911. This contrasts to Greater Melbourne's figures of a median income of $59,834 and an average income of $78,435. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $77,234 (median) and $129,957 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Hampton SA2 is $8,861 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The hampton sa2's disposable income is $8,861 compared to $6,948 for Greater Melbourne, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Hampton recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 10,710 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 16,901 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 11,286 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Hampton SA2 has approximately 10,710 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.1%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Hampton SA2 stands at 5.1%, which is broadly in line with Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.9%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Hampton SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (16.0% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.9%), and retail trade (9.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Hampton SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Hampton SA2 is 66.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Melbourne average of 70.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Melbourne.
The hampton sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 16.0% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The hampton sa2'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 saw a 2.6% decline, ranking 28th out of 37 regions nationally.
Hampton demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 48.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
48.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Hampton SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne.
29.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Hampton SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.2% in Greater Melbourne.
The hampton sa2 ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Hampton SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (31.2%), Postgraduate (12.0%), Certificate (11.1%).
30.9% of the population in the Hampton SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.5% in primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, 7.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Hampton SA2 is 1133, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 9 schools within the Hampton SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,000 students.
The hampton sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 4 combined schools.
Hampton features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 36.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 6,856 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 7,543 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 71.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Hampton SA2 had 6,856 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 10.0% to an estimated 7,543 households today.
The average household size in the Hampton SA2 is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Melbourne and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 71.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (26.4%), group households (2.2%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 4,895 family households, couples with children account for 36.7% of all households, couples without children at home 24.4%, and single parent families 9.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the Hampton SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Hampton SA2 have an average of 1.5 children, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 1.4. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.3% have never married. This compares to 47.0% married and 38.0% never married across Greater Melbourne.
Single-person households represent 26.4% of all households in the Hampton SA2, similar to the average for Greater Melbourne of 24.8%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.2% of households, below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 28.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 16.4% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 83.6% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 71.2% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Hampton was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 16.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 28.8% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Hampton, at 45.9% of people, although more residents (49.3%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 1.4% of the population, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Hampton are English, comprising 27.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Melbourne's 20.1%, Australian, comprising 21.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 1.1% of Hampton (vs 0.4% across Greater Melbourne), Polish at 1.3% (vs 0.8%) and Greek at 2.8% (vs 2.7%).
28.8% of the Hampton SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 37.3% across Greater Melbourne.
16.4% of the population in the Hampton SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 35.9% in Greater Melbourne.
0.3% of the Hampton SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 0.5% in Greater Melbourne.
87.9% of the Hampton SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 81.1% in Greater Melbourne.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Hampton displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 26.6% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 38.1% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 61.0% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 21.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $471 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 84th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Hampton SA2, 38.1% of homes are owned outright, 35.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 61.0% of dwellings in the Hampton SA2 are houses.
In the Hampton SA2, 16.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 21.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Hampton SA2 stands at 38.1%, compared to 30.7% in Greater Melbourne.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Hampton SA2 is $3,000, compared to $2,000 in Greater Melbourne.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Hampton SA2 is $1,604, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Hampton SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Hampton SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Hampton SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.7% of income on repayments (vs 24.3% in Greater Melbourne), while renters spend 19.5% of income on rent (vs 20.5% in Greater Melbourne).
The dwelling mix in the Hampton SA2 consists of 61.0% detached houses, 21.7% semi-detached dwellings, 16.5% apartments, and 0.8% other dwelling types.
Housing in Hampton consumes approximately 15.3% of median household income ($10,457 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Hampton show attached dwellings contributing 91% of approvals compared to 39% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 9% of applications versus 61% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Hampton is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Hampton's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 76.8% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 95th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.8% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.9% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
Around 76.8% of people in the Hampton SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.5% in Greater Melbourne.
In the Hampton SA2, 4.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.5% of people in Greater Melbourne require similar assistance.
7.5% of people in the Hampton SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.3% of the population across Greater Melbourne is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.9% of the Hampton SA2 population, while in Greater Melbourne, 4.1% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.3% of people in the Hampton SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Melbourne,3.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Hampton SA2, 76.8% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Melbourne sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.5%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 81 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 81st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 85 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 66th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,910 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 83rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 230 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 15 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 50.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 85 public transport stops within the Hampton SA2.
The Hampton SA2 has 5,910 weekly trips across 15 routes, averaging 844 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 167 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 306 m away and the nearest school 460 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 85 stops nearby, 5,910 weekly trips, access rating 81 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 61 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 61st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 306 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 460 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 577 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 600 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 622 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 657 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 705 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 5.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 121 places in Hampton, about 6.7 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Hampton among the top 20% of areas assessed nationwide.
Hampton ranks in the 56th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Hampton is $628 a week, +6.5% over 12 months to Sep 2025.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Hampton reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Hampton's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 87% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Hampton recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide.
Hampton demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 4% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Hampton features high concentrations of couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Melbourne.
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 displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Hampton's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high 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.
Hampton has an estimated 20,024 residents, up 10.0% since the 2021 Census, with 27 projects tracked in Hampton.
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 Hampton.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 2026. 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 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may 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 (208011172). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
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), infrastructure projects (Sep 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, 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 Hampton 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 Hampton 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.
