Hawthorn - North

Hawthorn - North is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Hawthorn - North's population is around 10,910 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,020 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,890 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,910 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 29 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4,435 persons per square kilometer, placing Hawthorn - North in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 10.3% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (6.6%) and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 86.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023, adjusting employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on demographic trends and latest annual ERP population numbers, the area is expected to grow by 1,172 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 10.7% in total over the 16 years.

The level of residential development activity in Hawthorn - North is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Hawthorn - North has seen approximately 13 new home approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling 68 homes. In the current financial year FY-26, 10 approvals have been recorded as of now. Despite population decline in the area, development activity has been adequate relative to other regions, benefiting buyers while developers focus on premium properties with an average construction cost value of $1,301,000. This financial year, $3.5 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the residential character of the area.

Compared to Greater Melbourne, Hawthorn - North shows significantly reduced construction activity, with 76.0% below the regional average per person. This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established properties. When measured against national averages, the area's development activity is also under the national average, indicating its established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. Recent construction comprises 42.0% standalone homes and 58.0% townhouses or apartments, offering affordable entry pathways and attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. With around 1267 people per dwelling approval, Hawthorn - North reflects a highly mature market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the area is forecasted to gain 1,172 residents by 2041.

If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Hawthorn - North has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 32 projects likely impacting the region. Notable initiatives include Scotch Hill Gardens, Richmond Riverside, Clyde Street Development, and Eastern Freeway Upgrades: Hoddle Street to Burke Road. The following list details those expected to be most relevant.

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Employment performance in Hawthorn - North exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Hawthorn - North has an educated workforce with professional services well represented. Its unemployment rate is 4.0%, lower than the national average. Over the past year, employment grew by an estimated 2.6%.

As of December 2025, 7,023 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. Workforce participation is high at 75.0%, compared to Greater Melbourne's 69.9%. A significant portion, 49.3%, of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key industries include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training.

The area specializes in professional & technical employment, with a share 1.8 times the regional level. Conversely, construction employs only 4.7% of local workers, below Greater Melbourne's 9.7%. The ratio of 0.7 workers per resident suggests ample local employment opportunities. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 2.6%, labour force grew by 2.4%, and unemployment fell by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.4% with a slight increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Hawthorn - North's industry mix, local employment is expected to increase by 7.4% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, though these estimates are illustrative and do not account for localized population projections.

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

Hawthorn - North SA2's median income among taxpayers was $68,076 and average income was $127,336 in financial year 2023, according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. These figures are higher than Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164 respectively. By March 2026, current estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $74,625 and average income will be around $139,586, based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023. Census 2021 data shows incomes in Hawthorn - North rank highly nationally, with household, family and personal incomes between the 83rd and 91st percentiles. The largest income bracket comprises 29.1% of residents earning $1,500 to $2,999 weekly (3,174 residents). A substantial 39.6% earn over $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power in the community. Housing accounts for 14.9% of income, with residents ranking within the 83rd percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 10th decile.

Hawthorn - North features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Hawthorn - North's dwellings, as per the latest Census, comprised 28.2% houses and 71.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hawthorn - North was 30.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.7% and rented ones at 43.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,800, higher than Melbourne metro's $2,000. Median weekly rent was $401 compared to Melbourne metro's $390. Nationally, Hawthorn - North's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were above the national figure of $375.

Hawthorn - North features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 58.5% of all households, including 24.6% couples with children, 26.4% couples without children, and 6.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 41.5%, with lone person households making up 33.6% and group households comprising 7.9%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.

Educational achievement in Hawthorn - North places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Hawthorn North has a notably high level of educational attainment among its residents aged 15 and above, with 59.9% holding university qualifications. This figure exceeds the broader national benchmark of 30.4% and the Victorian state average of 33.4%. The area's educational advantage is reflected in the types of qualifications held: Bachelor degrees are most common at 37.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (17.3%) and graduate diplomas (5.1%). Vocational pathways account for 16.6% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas making up 9.1% and certificates 7.5%.

Educational participation is also high in Hawthorn North, with 33.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.0% in tertiary education, 6.8% in primary education, and another 6.8% pursuing secondary education.

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

Hawthorn - North has 25 active public transport stops offering a mix of lightrail and bus services. These stops are served by 10 routes, collectively facilitating 7,762 weekly passenger trips. Residents have good transport accessibility, with an average distance of 219 meters to the nearest stop. Predominantly residential, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the primary mode at 63%, followed by train at 14% and walking at 11%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.9 per dwelling, below the regional norm.

Notably, 49.3% of residents work from home (2021 Census). Service frequency averages 1,108 trips daily across all routes, translating to approximately 310 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Hawthorn - North shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are very low across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 80% of the total population (8,771 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 9.0% and 7.8% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 73.4%, report no medical ailments, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 14.9% of residents aged 65 and over (1,628 people). Health outcomes among seniors are strong, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Hawthorn-North has a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 25.9% of its population born overseas and 18.3% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Hawthorn-North, making up 40.4% of its population. However, Judaism is notably overrepresented, comprising 0.6% compared to Greater Melbourne's 1.0%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (25.2%), Australian (20.2%), and Irish (11.5%). Hungarian (0.5%) and Polish (1.0%) are also overrepresented in Hawthorn-North compared to regional averages of 0.3% and 0.8%, respectively.

Hawthorn - North's population is younger than the national pattern

Hawthorn-North's median age is 34 years, lower than Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and Australia's 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Hawthorn-North has a higher percentage of residents aged 15-24 (20.6%) but fewer residents aged 5-14 (7.4%). This concentration of 15-24-year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 12.7%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, Hawthorn-North's median age has decreased by 1.2 years to 34 from 35. During this period, the percentage of residents aged 15-24 increased from 15.8% to 20.6%, while those aged 25-34 rose from 19.7% to 22.1%. Conversely, the percentages of residents aged 5-14 and 35-44 decreased to 7.4% and 11.9% respectively from 9.4% and 13.8%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Hawthorn-North. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 19%, adding 447 residents to reach a total of 2,863. Meanwhile, both the 5-14 and 15-24 age groups are expected to decrease in number.