Council (LGA) · Area profile
Hobsons Bay
64 km²
A diverse mix of overseas-born residents and young families defines Hobsons Bay. This community is notably well-off, with typical incomes and education levels sitting well above the national figure. It has grown by nearly 9% since 2011, attracting people to its highly walkable neighbourhoods. The area feels established yet evolving, blending a high proportion of university-qualified professionals with a significant population of people who use a language other than English at home.
An affluent area whose schools serve an equally well-off community.
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The population is slightly younger than the national average, with a typical resident aged 39. Children under 15 make up 18.5% of the community, which is higher than in most similar areas.
International roots are common here, as 30.1% of people were born overseas, a figure much higher than most similar areas. English, Australian, and Irish are the most frequent ancestries reported.
Language diversity is high, with 27.1% of residents using a language other than English at home, which is well above the national figure. Around 4.1% of the community speak little or no English.
About 38.7% of residents report no religion, a figure that has risen by 17 points since 2011. Christianity remains the most common affiliation at 44.6%.
This is a highly qualified community where 31.8% of adults hold a bachelor degree or higher, far exceeding the national average. Year 12 completion has also risen significantly since 2011 to 63.9%.
Incomes are much higher than in most similar areas, with the typical family earning $2,453 a week. Nearly 29% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, a sharp increase from 2011.
About 6.4% of people need help with daily activities, which is higher than most areas. However, the rate of long-term health conditions is lower than in most similar places.
Unpaid care is common, with 13.4% of people providing unpaid care and 27.5% caring for children. Conversely, the proportion of volunteers is much lower than in most similar areas.
First Nations residents in the area are noticeably older than those in the state or nation, with a typical age of 30. Their typical personal income is also well above the national figure.
Families tend to be larger here, with 2.5 people per home. Most households consist of couples with children, who make up 60.7% of all families.
Housing is more expensive than usual, with typical weekly rents at $380 and monthly loan payments at $2,167. Detached houses are less common here than in most other areas.
Working from home is very common, with 33.7% of the workforce doing so. While most people drive, the area has a high density of public transport stops.
The population is relatively stable, as the 36% of people who moved in the last five years is well below the national figure. Recent overseas arrivals have fallen since 2011.
The workforce is active and well-employed, with 63.8% of adults working or looking for work. Full-time employment is higher here than in most similar areas.
Hobsons Bay is an advantaged area, ranking in the top 10% for overall advantage and education and job skills. It is also seeing steady growth in new dwelling approvals.
The area is slightly wetter than the Victorian average with 584mm of annual rainfall. Minimum temperatures are well above the state figure.
The area has a very high rate of theft and a much higher rate of robbery than most areas. However, assault and drug offence rates are much lower than usual.
This is a very walkable area, with 94.1% of homes within a 15-minute walk of local amenities. Nearly all residents live within a short walk of a park or public transport.