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Hoppers Crossing

VIC 3029 • Greater Melbourne

37,216
Population (2021)
$35,932
Median Income
17.93 km²
Area
$340/wk
Median Rent
Established SuburbMulticulturalFamily-FriendlyWestern Melbourne

About Hoppers Crossing

Hoppers Crossing is the established heart of Melbourne's west, a mature suburb of 37,000 in Wyndham, located 24 kilometres from the CBD. The Werribee line station provides city access, while nearby Werribee Plaza offers major regional shopping. Unlike newer neighbours Tarneit and Truganina, Hoppers Crossing has had decades to develop trees, community connections, and established infrastructure.

Life here is decidedly suburban and family-oriented—brick homes on decent blocks, established schools, and accessible shopping centres. The multicultural community includes significant Indian, Filipino, and Pacific Islander populations, creating diverse dining options among the standard suburban retail. Hoppers Crossing attracts families seeking the western suburbs' affordability with mature infrastructure, avoiding the dust and disruption of growth areas while maintaining strong community ties.

Hoppers Crossing falls under postcode 3029 and is governed by Wyndham Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tarneit (Western Metropolitan) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3029
Urban Area
Tarneit - Hoppers Crossing
LGA / Council
Wyndham
Federal Electorate
Lalor
State Electorate
Tarneit (Western Metropolitan)
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.87°, 144.70°
Statistical Area
Greater Melbourne
Area
17.93 km²
Elevation
25m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    50 Old Geelong Road Hoppers Crossing 3029 VIC
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Hogan And Derrimut Roads Hoppers Crossing 3029 VIC

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,600
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.2%

98 state housing + 58 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
38,701
Census 2021
37,216
▼ 3.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,056
Income 2021
$35,932
▲ 19.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 20,888
Born Overseas 14,289

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 3,034
  • 2. New Zealand 1,048
  • 3. Philippines 940
  • 4. Myanmar 757
  • 5. England 725
  • 6. China 647
  • 7. Italy 428
  • 8. Lebanon 393
  • 9. Vietnam 390
  • 10. Malta 320

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 8,386
Australian 8,339
Indian 3,018
Irish 2,156
Italian 2,145
Scottish 2,138
Chinese 1,544
Maltese 1,382
Filipino 1,289
German 953

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

10,950
Both parents born in Australia
20,223
Both parents born overseas
3,861
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.4%
No Religion
26.7%
Islam
8.9%
Hinduism
6.3%
Buddhism
2.8%
Sikhism
2.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
2,191 (5.9%)
5-14 years
4,879 (13.1%)
15-19 years
2,300 (6.2%)
20-24 years
2,552 (6.9%)
25-34 years
5,350 (14.4%)
35-44 years
5,094 (13.7%)
45-54 years
4,708 (12.7%)
55-64 years
4,908 (13.2%)
65-74 years
3,424 (9.2%)
75-84 years
1,451 (3.9%)
85+ years
355 (1.0%)

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