Hoppers Crossing - South, VIC 3008
A well-connected Melbourne pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $340/wk Median
- 30.1% Renters
Hoppers Crossing - South Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 18.8k
- Median age
- 37
- Median weekly rent
- $340
- To the CBD
- 24.8km
- Walkability
- 6.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 9
ABS 2021 Census
Hoppers Crossing - South Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Hoppers Crossing - South is one of Melbourne's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 18,772 residents, a solid minority 30.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $340 that puts it more affordable than the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Hoppers Crossing - South
Hoppers Crossing - South Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Hoppers Crossing - South Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Hoppers Crossing - South
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Hoppers Crossing - South
Real questions renters ask before moving to Hoppers Crossing - South.
Is Hoppers Crossing - South walkable?
Hoppers Crossing - South carries a walkability score of 6.4/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
What's the community like in Hoppers Crossing - South?
Locals describe Hoppers Crossing - South as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 18,772, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Hoppers Crossing - South family-friendly for renters?
Hoppers Crossing - South has around 9 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $340/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Melbourne.
Is Hoppers Crossing - South a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Hoppers Crossing - South has a 30.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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