Hampton East

VIC 3188 • Greater Melbourne

5,069
Population (2021)
$47,892
Median Income
1.42 km²
Area
34m
Elevation

About Hampton East

Hampton East is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Victoria, located within the Bayside (City) area. With a population of 5,069 and a median income of $47,892, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.42 km² at an elevation of 34m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Melbourne.

Located within Greater Melbourne, the suburb offers convenient access to the CBD, public transport, and major amenities. Local cafes, shops, and green spaces contribute to a liveable neighbourhood environment. Hampton East combines Melbourne's renowned lifestyle with suburban comfort.

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

📍 Location

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

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

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

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

📊 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
  • 11. Scotland 28
  • 12. Italy 25
  • 13. Brazil 23
  • 14. Vietnam 22
  • 15. Hong Kong 20

🧬 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%)

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