Hampton East (Vic.)

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Assessments of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside address register validations conducted by Districts subsequent to the Census, suggest the population of Hampton East stands at approximately 5,228 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 159 people (3.1%) relative to the 5,069 individuals recorded at the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated from an estimated resident base of 5,222, derived by Districts from the ABS June 2025 ERP publication, supplemented by 133 validated new addresses registered post-Census. Such population volumes result in a density of 3,605 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quarter of all Australian areas analyzed by Districts. The post-Census expansion of 3.1% in Hampton East lags the wider SA3 region (6.0%) by 2.9 percentage points, showing competitive local growth dynamics. The primary engine of demographic growth in recent times was net overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 84.0% of the overall population increase.

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Data consolidated by Districts shows Hampton East has a highly qualified resident workforce with strong representation in professional services, alongside an unemployment rate of 5.5%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 2,743, while the jobless rate sits 0.8% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, and the participation rate is slightly soft at 66.9% compared to the metropolitan level of 70.2%. Census returns show a high proportion of residents, specifically 46.6%, working from their homes, though this figures should be interpreted in light of COVID-19 restriction periods.

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Based on consolidated postcode-level ATO records from the financial year 2023 release, taxpayers in the suburb of Hampton East recorded a median income of $58,684 and an average income of $103,065. These figures place the area in the top percentile nationwide, comparing to averages of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average) across Greater Melbourne. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since the financial year 2023 period yields estimated current values of roughly $64,329 for the median and $112,980 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Hampton East place it around the 66th national percentile. The weekly income range of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 24.6% of residents ( people), which resembles the wider metropolitan area where of households fall into this bracket. The area exhibits high relative wealth, with of earners receiving more than weekly, which underpins local premium retail and service businesses. High housing costs absorb of earnings, yet strong wages keep net disposable income in the th percentile, and the suburb ranks in the th decile on the SEIFA index of relative financial advantage.

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At the time of the last Census, residential options in Hampton East consisted of 57.1% detached houses and 42.9% alternative housing types, such as townhouses, units, and other dwellings, compared to Greater Melbourne where detached homes accounted for 67.9% and other structures made up 32.1%. Home ownership rates in Hampton East were slightly lower than the metropolitan average, standing at 28.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (35.7%) or tenants renting (35.8%). The median monthly home loan repayment was $2,600, substantially higher than the Greater Melbourne median of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $400 compared to the metropolitan median of $390. Nationally, Hampton East mortgage payments are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and typical weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.

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Families make up 65.9% of all local households, consisting of couples with children at 31.4%, couples without children at 20.4%, and single-parent households at 12.9%. The remaining 34.1% consist of non-family households, including single-person households at 30.2% and group houses at 3.8%. The median size of local households is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the metropolitan average of 2.6.

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The level of education in Hampton East is substantially higher than broader geographic averages, with 42.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% across VIC. This educational lead positions the resident population well for professional and technical roles. Undergraduate degrees are the most common qualification at 27.8%, followed by master's degrees or higher (9.6%) and graduate diplomas (5.0%). Vocational and technical credentials are also well represented, with 27.6% of those aged 15+ possessing qualifications such as advanced diplomas (12.2%) or certificates (15.4%).

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Analysis of local transit options shows 21 active public transport stops within Hampton East, consisting of bus services. These stops serve 8 distinct routes, which accommodate a combined 657 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is highly rated, with residents living an average of 172 meters from their closest stop. As the suburb is predominantly residential, the majority of workers travel outside the area to work, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 85%, followed by trains at 8%. Motor vehicle ownership averages 1.1 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A high share of workers, specifically 46.6%, worked from home, based on 2021 Census data which was likely influenced by temporary pandemic restrictions.

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Demographic health metrics point to favorable health outcomes for residents of Hampton East, with Districts analysis of mortality and morbidity profiles showing results matching national averages, alongside typical rates of chronic illness across younger and older age brackets, and an exceptionally high rate of private health insurance held by approximately 67% of the population (3,522 people). This level of coverage compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%.

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Hampton East displays a higher degree of cultural diversity than most Australian property markets, with 31.4% of residents born outside Australia and 23.7% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 44.7% of the population. However, the most distinct religious variance is found in Judaism, which accounts for 2.3% of local residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne.

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The median age of residents is 40, which is slightly older than the metropolitan average of 37 and the national median of 38. The local population has a higher concentration of people in the 55 - 64 age bracket (12.4%) relative to Greater Melbourne, while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented at 11.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 10.9% to 12.3% of the total, and the 75 to 84 bracket has increased from 5.2% to 6.6%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 15.3% to 13.4%. Long-term population models indicate the age structure of the suburb of Hampton East will change notably by . The group aged and over is forecast to grow by people (), rising from to . Overall, cohorts aged and over are expected to generate of the total population increase, reflecting an aging resident profile, while the to and to cohorts are projected to contract.

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Hampton East currently has an estimated 318 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 131 children aged 0-2 and 86 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 0% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 4% by 2041 (to approximately 331 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 483. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.6 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.