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Hopetoun Park

VIC 3340 • Victoria

914
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.42 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralCommuter BeltFamily-FriendlyGrowth Suburb
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About Hopetoun Park

Hopetoun Park is a suburb of Bacchus Marsh in central Victoria, located within the Shire of Moorabool approximately 51 kilometres north-west of Melbourne's CBD, 6 kilometres east of Bacchus Marsh, and 10 kilometres west of Melton. The locality sits between the Bacchus Marsh urban area and the growing Melton corridor, north of the Werribee River and south of the Western Highway (Western Freeway), covering around 7.4 square kilometres. With a population of 914 recorded at the 2021 census and a median household income of approximately $51,354, the area reflects the character of a peri-urban transition zone on Melbourne's outer western fringe.

Hopetoun Park benefits from its position on a key commuter corridor, with the Western Freeway providing direct access to Melbourne's CBD and the regional town of Bacchus Marsh offering shops, schools, and community services just minutes away. The locality is largely residential in character, with semi-rural lots and proximity to the natural landscapes along the Werribee River. Melton's expanding retail and employment precinct is accessible to the east, while Bacchus Marsh's established town centre, market gardens, and parks cater to everyday needs. Hopetoun Park appeals to families and commuters seeking a peri-urban lifestyle within striking distance of Melbourne.

Hopetoun Park falls under postcode 3340 and is governed by the Moorabool Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gorton, while state elections fall under the Melton (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3340
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moorabool
Federal Electorate
Gorton
State Electorate
Melton (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.79°, 144.39°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.42 km²
Population Density
123 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3340

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3340, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$51,354
Median 2023–24
$61,422
▲ 19.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,274

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3340; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bacchus Marsh
6 km
N/A — drive recommended
Melton
10 km
N/A — drive recommended

Bus Services

  • Regional and local Moorabool bus services — Bacchus Marsh town centre Approx. 10–15 min

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
51 km
By Train
Drive to Bacchus Marsh Station (6 km), then approx. 55 min to Southern Cross on the Ballarat Line
By Car (Peak)
50 min – 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40–50 min

🛣️ Western Freeway provides direct access; traffic can be heavy during peak hours approaching Melbourne

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Hopetoun Park has no walkable retail precinct; residents drive to Bacchus Marsh or Melton for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
914
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
319.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 23.2%
Motor vehicle theft
273 / 100k
2yr Up 22.6% 10yr Up 29.3%
Non-FV assault
201.7 / 100k
2yr Up 21.3% 10yr Up 31.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
2.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 19.6%
Steal from vehicle
617.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 17.3%
View all offence subgroups for Moorabool →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hopetoun Park known for? +

Hopetoun Park is known as a peri-urban locality between Bacchus Marsh and Melton on Melbourne's outer western fringe. It is characterised by its position alongside the Western Freeway and its proximity to both the Bacchus Marsh township and the Werribee River corridor.

How far is Hopetoun Park from Melbourne? +

Hopetoun Park is approximately 51 kilometres north-west of Melbourne's CBD, a drive of around 40–50 minutes off-peak via the Western Freeway.

Does Hopetoun Park have public transport? +

Hopetoun Park itself has limited bus services. The nearest train stations are Bacchus Marsh (6 km) and Melton (10 km), both on the Ballarat Line, offering around 50–55 minutes to Southern Cross Station in Melbourne's CBD.

What is the population of Hopetoun Park? +

Hopetoun Park had a population of 914 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a small suburb within the broader Bacchus Marsh urban area in the Shire of Moorabool.

Is Hopetoun Park a good place to live? +

Hopetoun Park suits those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of Melbourne, with Bacchus Marsh's established services close by and the Western Freeway providing convenient access to the city. It is best suited to car-owning households who value space and a quieter setting over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Hopetoun Park? +

The postcode for Hopetoun Park, Victoria is 3340.

Is Hopetoun Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hopetoun Park is part of the Moorabool 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.