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Hampton East

VIC 3188 • Greater Melbourne

5,069
Population (2021)
$101,556
Median Household Income
1.42 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyInner CityMulticulturalAffordable

About Hampton East

Hampton East is a compact inner-suburban locality in Melbourne's Bayside area, situated approximately 16 kilometres south-east of the CBD. With a population of around 5,069 residents spread across just 1.4 square kilometres, it is one of the denser neighbourhoods in the Bayside City Council area. Bordered by the Nepean Highway to the east and the leafy suburb of Hampton to the west, the area benefits from excellent road and public transport connections. Its proximity to Brighton, Sandringham, and Highett gives residents access to some of Melbourne's most sought-after lifestyle precincts.

Hampton East has a diverse, family-oriented community with a median age of 40 and a healthy mix of young families, established professionals, and long-term residents. The suburb offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle with easy access to Hampton Beach, local cafes, and parks including the popular G.L. Basterfield Reserve. Moorabbin Station is roughly a 10-minute walk away, connecting residents to the city via the Frankston line. The area's median weekly rent of $400 and competitive property prices make it an attractive entry point into the Bayside property market.

Hampton East falls under postcode 3188 and is governed by Bayside Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Brighton (Southern Metropolitan) electorate.

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📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3188
Urban Area
Bayside
LGA / Council
Bayside
Federal Electorate
Goldstein
State Electorate
Brighton (Southern Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.94°, 145.03°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
1.42 km²
Elevation
34m

🏷️ Property Prices June quarter 2025

Median sale prices in Hampton East for the June quarter 2025. Median sale prices published by the Valuer-General Victoria.

🏡House
$1.6M
16 sales · ▲ 9.2% YoY
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.05M
13 sales · ▲ 1% YoY

Source: Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report. Medians are for the latest quarter; the change shown is the official 12-month movement. Suburbs with very few sales in a quarter can be volatile.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
11.9%

238 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moorabbin Station
0.9 km
10 min
Brighton Beach Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 811, 812 — Moorabbin Station / Highett 10-15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
16 km
By Train
30-35 min to Flinders Street (Frankston Line from Moorabbin)
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
22-28 min

🛣️ Frankston Line direct from Moorabbin; Nepean Highway provides fast road access

Walkability Very Walkable

Good footpaths, local shops and parks within easy walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Bayside Local Government Area, which contains Hampton East. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
536.8 / 100k
2yr Up 22.0% 10yr Up 26.4%
Motor vehicle theft
317.1 / 100k
2yr Up 82.7% 10yr Up 100.2%
Non-FV assault
135.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 29.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.7 / 100k
2yr Up 30.1% 10yr Up 28.3%
Steal from vehicle
931.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 19.7%
View all offence subgroups for Bayside →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,689
Census 2021
5,069
▲ 8.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$36,712
Personal Income 2021
$47,892
▲ 30.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$47,892 / yr
$921/wk
Household
$101,556 / yr
$1953/wk
Family
$146,380 / yr
$2815/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,324
Born Overseas 1,519

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 253
  • 2. China 124
  • 3. India 97
  • 4. New Zealand 89
  • 5. Greece 58
  • 6. South Africa 48
  • 7. Malaysia 42
  • 8. Poland 42
  • 9. Sri Lanka 37
  • 10. Ireland 29

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,653
Australian 1,429
Irish 544
Scottish 475
Chinese 293
Italian 264
Greek 229
German 188
Polish 121
Indian 116

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,989
Both parents born in Australia
2,056
Both parents born overseas
784
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.2%
Christianity
41.7%
Judaism
2.2%
Buddhism
1.8%
Hinduism
1.4%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
318 (6.3%)
5-14 years
604 (11.9%)
15-19 years
269 (5.3%)
20-24 years
281 (5.5%)
25-34 years
599 (11.8%)
35-44 years
811 (16.0%)
45-54 years
774 (15.3%)
55-64 years
632 (12.5%)
65-74 years
397 (7.8%)
75-84 years
263 (5.2%)
85+ years
119 (2.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train station serves Hampton East? +

Moorabbin Station on the Frankston Line is the closest train station, about a 10-minute walk from Hampton East. Brighton Beach Station on the Sandringham Line is also accessible within about 18 minutes on foot.

How far is Hampton East from Melbourne CBD? +

Hampton East is approximately 16 kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD. By train from Moorabbin Station, the trip to Flinders Street takes around 30–35 minutes.

What is the population of Hampton East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hampton East has a population of 5,069 residents, with a median age of 40.

What is the median rent in Hampton East? +

The median weekly rent in Hampton East is $400, making it one of the more affordable options in the Bayside area.

What LGA is Hampton East in? +

Hampton East falls within the City of Bayside local government area in Victoria.

What is the average income in Hampton East? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Hampton East is about $921 per week (around $47,900 per year). The median household income is $1,953 per week and the median family income is $2,815 per week.

What is the median house price in Hampton East? +

As of June quarter 2025, the median house price is $1,605,000, up 9.2% year-on-year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,050,000, up 1% year-on-year. Figures are based on Valuer-General Victoria — Victorian Property Sales Report.

What is the age profile of Hampton East? +

The median age in Hampton East is 40. The largest age group is 35–44 (811 residents, around 16%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Hampton East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hampton East is part of the Bayside LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Hampton East? +

In Hampton East, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,600 (2021 Census).