Hampton East vs Hampton
Hampton East (median $1,605,000) is roughly 28% cheaper to buy into than Hampton ($2,225,000).
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Hampton East and Hampton side by side
| Measure | Hampton East | Hampton |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $1,605,000 | $2,225,000 |
| Median unit | $1,050,000 | $950,000 |
| Renting | ||
| House rent | – | $895/wk |
| Unit rent | – | $650/wk |
| Owner occupied | 62.0% | – |
| Renter occupied | 35.0% | – |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 20 | 20 |
| Average ICSEA | 1121 | 1132 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 44 | 28 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 100 | 100 |
| Population | 5,069 | – |
| Median age | 40 | – |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 640 mm | 614 mm |
| Mean max, January | 26.1°C | 26.0°C |
Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.
Which suits whom
Hampton East scores higher on walkability (44/100 vs 28/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household. On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Hampton (1132) sits above Hampton East (1121).
- For buyers
- Hampton East is the lower entry point at $1,605,000 median, 28% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- For investors
- Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
- For families
- Hampton edges out on average school ICSEA (1132 vs 1121).
Hampton East vs Hampton: common questions
Is Hampton East or Hampton cheaper to buy in?
Hampton East has the lower median house price at $1,605,000, roughly 28% below Hampton ($2,225,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Hampton East or Hampton have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Hampton scores 1132 vs 1121 in Hampton East. ICSEA is a school-community indicator, not a quality rating, so always check NAPLAN results and catchment boundaries for the specific address you're considering.
Which is more walkable, Hampton East or Hampton?
Hampton East scores 44/100 on walkability vs 28/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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