Hammond Park

WA 6164 • Greater Perth

6,985
Population (2021)
$62,400
Median Income
4.34 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyGrowth SuburbNew DevelopmentMulticultural

About Hammond Park

Hammond Park is a fast-growing residential suburb in the City of Cockburn, located approximately 25 kilometres south of the Perth CBD in Perth's southern corridor. With a population of 6,985 and a strikingly low median age of 31, Hammond Park is one of the youngest suburbs in Greater Perth, reflecting the wave of young families who have been drawn to its modern housing estates in recent years. Household incomes are above average at around ,446 per week, supported by a workforce of professionals and tradespeople, and the suburb's diverse population includes significant Indian, Filipino, and Chinese communities alongside its Anglo-Australian residents.

Hammond Park is characterised by contemporary family homes, wide streets, and an abundance of young children — over 1,900 residents are aged under 14. The suburb benefits from proximity to Cockburn Central, a major transit and retail hub, offering train services to Perth CBD and a large shopping centre. Nearby Jandakot Airport, wetland reserves, and a growing network of local schools and childcare centres cater to the needs of its predominantly family demographic. With ongoing residential development and improving infrastructure, Hammond Park continues to attract young buyers looking for a modern lifestyle in Perth's south.

Hammond Park falls under postcode 6164 and is governed by Cockburn Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cockburn electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6164
Urban Area
Cockburn - East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-32.17°, 115.84°
Statistical Area
Greater Perth
Area
4.34 km²
Elevation
23m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
31 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.4%

9 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,886
Census 2021
6,985
43.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$53,820
Income 2021
$62,400
15.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,108
Born Overseas 2,647

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 372
  • 2. India 356
  • 3. New Zealand 221
  • 4. Philippines 218
  • 5. South Africa 193
  • 6. China 118
  • 7. Malaysia 118
  • 8. Scotland 110
  • 9. Zimbabwe 71
  • 10. Singapore 66

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,245
Australian 1,904
Scottish 591
Indian 516
Chinese 490
Irish 460
Italian 450
Filipino 253
South African 166
German 165

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,132
Both parents born in Australia
3,588
Both parents born overseas
1,019
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.2%
Christianity
41.9%
Hinduism
4.8%
Islam
2.5%
Buddhism
1.9%
Sikhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
722 (10.3%)
5-14 years
1,217 (17.4%)
15-19 years
292 (4.2%)
20-24 years
445 (6.4%)
25-34 years
1,409 (20.2%)
35-44 years
1,514 (21.7%)
45-54 years
706 (10.1%)
55-64 years
400 (5.7%)
65-74 years
221 (3.2%)
75-84 years
54 (0.8%)
85+ years
15 (0.2%)

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