Hampton, VIC 3896
Inner-Melbourne convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $471/wk Median
- 25.9% Renters
Hampton Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 18.2k
- Median age
- 43
- Median weekly rent
- $471
- To the CBD
- 14.5km
- Walkability
- 8.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Hampton Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Hampton for the balance it strikes — close enough to Melbourne's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 25.9% of the suburb's 18,200 residents rent.
Around Hampton
Hampton Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Hampton Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Hampton
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Hampton
Real questions renters ask before moving to Hampton.
How far is Hampton from the Melbourne CBD?
Hampton is approximately 15km from the Melbourne CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Hampton family-friendly for renters?
Hampton has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $471/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
How much does it cost to rent in Hampton?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Hampton is $471. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $471 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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