Hoppers Crossing Suburb Profile

Hoppers Crossing in Victoria is a suburb south-west of Melbourne, within the City of Wyndham local government area and Greater Melbourne.

Hoppers Crossing is approximately 23 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. This convenient location is one reason that Hoppers Crossing is known for efficient road and rail connections to Melbourne. Driving time is around 45 minutes, and the train from Tarneit will have you in the CBD in 30 minutes.

Nearby shopping centres like Hoppers Crossing Shopping Centre, Wyndham Village Shopping Centre, and Pacific Werribee place a range of retail, dining, and entertainment options in easy reach. Closer to home, Coles, Aldi, and several international supermarkets are conveniently located within the suburb.

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Yes, the suburb boasts several parks and open spaces, including the scenic Skeleton Creek, offering residents ample opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure within walking distance. Bluestone, developed by Satterley, is planned to add 13ha of parks, playgrounds, and walking trails to the area.

Families are particularly drawn to Hoppers Crossing due to the exceptional schools in the area:

• Garrang Wilam Primary
• Tarneit P-9 College
• Tarneit Rise Primary
• Tarneit Senior College
• Westbourne Grammar School
• Thomas Carr College

Combined with comprehensive shopping facilities, safe streets and parks, and easy connections from Hoppers Crossing to Melbourne CBD, it’s not hard to see why over three-quarters of the population are families.

Whether you’re commuting to Melbourne CBD, working locally, or seeking flexibility in your workday, living in the Hoppers Crossing area is convenient. Reaching Melbourne from Hoppers Crossing is easy, thanks to Tarneit and Werribee train stations. A newly opened co-working space on Old Geelong Road provides a home for hybrid and remote workers. And the well-established surrounding suburbs offer plenty of employment opportunities. 

Read more: Bluestone’s Second Access Point Gets Closer with Skeleton Creek Bridge Beam Installation.

Source: https://abs.gov.au/census/find-census-data/quickstats/2021/SAL21203

Hoppers Crossing has experienced steady capital growth, with house prices reflecting the suburb’s increasing popularity and development. The area offers competitive median rent rates, making it an attractive option for homeowners and those looking for an investment property.

As one of the oldest suburbs in Wyndham, Hoppers Crossing experienced growth spurts in the 1980s and 1990s. Today, the population is growing steadily, with around 2,500 people expected to move here between now and 2040.