Full-time 25.8%Part-time 12.9%Unemployed 1.4%Not in labour 59.9%
Dwelling Types
Hopetoun
House 94.0%Semi-detached 1.1%Flat/Unit 2.8%Other 2.2%
Commute Mode
Hopetoun
Car 70.2%Transit 16.6%Walk 6.6%WFH 6.6%
Country of Birth
Australia
68.4%
England
5.3%
South Africa
3.7%
New Zealand
2.8%
Philippines
1.5%
Language at Home
English only
93.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Hopetoun
Is Hopetoun safe?
Hopetoun has a safety score of 58/100, which is around average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Crime is split fairly evenly between property and violent offences. Crime has been trending up in recent years. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Ravensthorpe (62/100), Pink Lake (92/100), West Beach (WA) (93/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Hopetoun?
Median weekly rent in Hopetoun is $450/wk, making it one of the more affordable suburbs to rent in. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Ravensthorpe ($375/wk), Pink Lake ($550/wk), West Beach (WA) ($725/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
What are schools like in Hopetoun?
Hopetoun has a school rating of 19/100 across 1 schools, which is well below average for Perth. The highest-rated school is Hopetoun Primary School (Primary). The rating is based on NAPLAN results for schools within the suburb. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Hopetoun affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Hopetoun is $480K, up 26.3% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $470K. For renters, median weekly rent is $450/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Ravensthorpe ($252K), Pink Lake ($825K), West Beach (WA) ($728K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/hopetoun
Hopetoun is a tiny coastal town on WA's remote south coast, tucked between the Southern Ocean and the Fitzgerald River National Park. Its appeal is almost entirely natural: world-class wildflowers, dramatic hikes up East Mt Barren, and pristine beaches like Three Mile Beach draw visitors from across the state. A tight-knit community keeps the town ticking, but amenities are sparse and a car is essential for daily life. The typical house sells for around $480k and rent of $450/week, placing it 53% below the Perth metro median.
With a safety score of 58/100, the area is 6 points above the metro average of 52. The area's 1 school hold a combined rating of 19/100, below the Perth average.
The median age is 46, with households earning $1,542/week.