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Hampton vs Hampton East

Two neighbouring Melbourne suburbs, 2.0 km apart, on the same open data. Hampton scores higher on 7 of 10 measures.

HamptonHampton East
Active9024
Safety7435
Wealth9540
Value8251
Parks1421
Cafés407
Transit6877
Green space2011
Active & healthy4526
Schools nearby (OSM)4673
Median rent$500/wk $400/wk
Median house price (Oct–Dec 2025)$2,227,500$1,538,000
House sales this quarter4414
Population13,5185,069
Full profile Hampton in full Hampton East in full

Scores are percentiles across all 216 Melbourne suburbs: 100 is the best in the city, 50 is mid-table. Highlighted figures lead the row. How we rank suburbs.

Is Hampton safer than Hampton East?

Hampton scores higher for safety (recorded crime per 1,000 residents) between the two, based on official crime statistics.

Which is cheaper, Hampton or Hampton East?

Hampton East has the lower median house price of the two ($1,538,000 vs $2,227,500).

Should I live in Hampton or Hampton East?

Hampton scores higher on 7 of 10 measures across safety, activity, value, parks and cafés — see the full breakdown below, or the complete profile for Hampton or Hampton East.

Updated October 2026. Compare other Melbourne suburbs →