Hirakata is a city located in the northeastern region of Osaka Prefecture, Japan. It serves as a residential and urban center within the prefecture's geographical boundaries.
As of December 31, 2021, the city had an estimated population of 397,681 residents living in 183,075 households. The total area of Hirakata covers 65.12 square kilometres (25.14 sq mi), resulting in a population density of approximately 6,100 persons per square kilometre.