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Ashfield - South has an estimated 13,300 residents, up 8.6% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Ashfield - South.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Ashfield - South Statistical Area (Lv2) is a convenient 8.4 kilometres west-southwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 13,300 as of Aug 2026, up 1,054 people (8.6%) from the 2021 Census count of 12,246 people. This increase reflects the ABS estimated resident population of 13,056 as of June 2025 together with 284 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area has a well-educated and culturally diverse population, a high share of residents born overseas, above-average renting, a strong apartment presence, a notable 25 to 34yo demographic, and an elevated Finance and Insurance employment base.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults as well as elderly people, with group households also a feature. Its diverse dining scene, parks and green spaces, well-regarded local schools, and heritage buildings and charming architecture contribute to the area's appeal. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Ashfield - South Statistical Area (Lv2) is a convenient 8.4 kilometres west-southwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 13,300 as of Aug 2026, up 1,054 people (8.6%) from the 2021 Census count of 12,246 people. This increase reflects the ABS estimated resident population of 13,056 as of June 2025 together with 284 validated new addresses since the Census date. The area has a well-educated and culturally diverse population, a high share of residents born overseas, above-average renting, a strong apartment presence, a notable 25 to 34yo demographic, and an elevated Finance and Insurance employment base.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults as well as elderly people, with group households also a feature. Its diverse dining scene, parks and green spaces, well-regarded local schools, and heritage buildings and charming architecture contribute to the area's appeal. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,779 in 2001 and 13,056 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,300 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 23.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 31.8%.
Ashfield - South ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 91st for cultural diversity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Ashfield - South is $737 a week, up 6.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 7% below Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.7%.
7% below Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $724 in 2017, $994 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $520 in 2017, $714 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95 Holden Street, Ashfield NSW 2131 | $2,000,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 57 Arthur Street, Ashfield NSW 2131 | $1,200,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 19 Griffiths Street, Ashfield NSW 2131 | $2,200,000 | 14 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6/92 Milton Street, Ashfield NSW 2131 | $820,000 | 14 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 702/55 Norton Street, Ashfield NSW 2131 | $1,522,000 | 12 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 702/328 Liverpool Road, Ashfield NSW 2131 | $1,150,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 2/90 Victoria Street, Ashfield NSW 2131 | $1,120,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 87/1 Brown Street, Ashfield NSW 2131 | $565,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 8/19 Prospect Road Summer Hill NSW 2130 | $921,000 | 23 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 3/55 Prospect Road Summer Hill NSW 2130 | $725,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 23 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 15 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $1,120,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $737 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.26m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $870k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,120,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 23 Jul 2026 to 15 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $994 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +10.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Inner West | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Inner West, over 12 months | +4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 134 tracked applications: 71 approved, 20 under assessment, 43 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 10 projects in Ashfield - South (4 under construction) and 115 more in the surrounding area.
The final stage of development at Cardinal Freeman retirement village, featuring the new Wattle Residences with 41 contemporary independent living apartments. This represents the last opportunity to secure brand-new apartments in this highly sought-after Inner West retirement community. Construction is underway with move-in expected in Spring 2026.
Approved development for demolition of existing structures and construction of two residential flat buildings of 6 storeys consisting of 60 dwellings over basement and at grade car parking and two multi dwelling housing buildings of two to three storeys consisting of 6 dwellings with associated car parking and landscaping.
A 30km metro rail line extending the M1 Northwest Line from Chatswood to Bankstown via twin tunnels under Sydney Harbour and the CBD. The Chatswood to Sydenham section opened in August 2024, with conversion of the 13.5km Sydenham to Bankstown section scheduled for completion in late 2026.
The Sydenham to Bankstown conversion involves upgrading 13km of the T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards. As of May 2026, the project is in a final testing and construction 'blitz', with conversion works over 85% complete.
A boutique residential development comprising 74 to 86 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in Ashfield. The six-storey building, designed by Urbanlink Architects, features open-plan layouts with premium finishes and three connected outdoor communal zones including landscaped paths, a fern garden, and a residents-only park.
Mixed-use redevelopment comprising 88 residential apartments and expansion of the Ashfield Polish Club from 1200sq m to 1850sq m. Designed by Nordon Jago architects, named after Polish General Wadysaw Anders. Features 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments with rooftop gardens.
The Canterbury Leisure and Aquatic Centre is the redevelopment of the 1960s Canterbury Aquatic Centre at 17 Phillips Avenue, Canterbury, within Tasker Park.
Completed redevelopment of Ashfield Mall including 6,464 sqm of retail space, 67 serviced apartments (Ashfield Central), 101 residential dwellings, a 100-place childcare centre, and associated car parking.
Rezoning and planning proposal for 466-480 New Canterbury Road and 26-38 Hercules Street to amend the Inner West Local Environmental Plan. The gazetted amendment rezoned former light industrial land to facilitate high-density residential, business development, and public/private open space supporting approximately 156 dwellings.
The Campsie Station upgrade is part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project on the T3 Bankstown Line, adding platform screen doors, level access between platforms and trains, and new lifts. Sydney Metro's station page lists a construction notification for October 2026, but no confirmed opening date.
A new arts and cultural precinct on the former Burwood Library car park at the corner of Conder Street and Railway Parade, Burwood. Designed by CHROFI with Tyrrell Studio, it will include a theatre, studio, two multipurpose halls, a community lounge and a cafe, with a public plaza and urban park.
Public domain improvement project upgrading Ashfield Town Hall Square to create better community spaces and improve the civic heart of Ashfield for residents and visitors.
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Estimated completion year of the 59 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2023 1, 2024 0, 2025 8, 2026 23, 2027 10, 2028 6, 2029 5, 2030 3, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 2. 23 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 134 substantial development applications lodged in and around Ashfield - South over the past 5 years, 77 in the last 12 months; 20 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 15, 2023 12, 2024 12, 2025 15, 2026 (to Oct) 76.
Key application 260A Liverpool Road, Ashfield Commercial | $30m Refused
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 134 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 77 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 6.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 78 | ABS building approvals | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 71 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 20 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Ashfield - South SA2 include: Cardinal Freeman Final Release Development - Wattle Building (Construction); Dulwich Hill Parks 10-Year Plan (Construction); Our Fairer Future Plan (Under Assessment); 379-381 Liverpool Road Residential Development (Approved); and Sydney Metro Sydenham to Bankstown Conversion (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Ashfield - South SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Sports & Recreation, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Ashfield - South recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Ashfield - South SA2 area has seen 79 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Ashfield - South SA2's current population of 13,300 has been supported by 78 approvals on average over recent years.
The Ashfield - South SA2 has seen 6.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 1176 people in the Ashfield - South SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Ashfield - South SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 78, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Ashfield - South SA2 has grown by approximately 567 people, while 390 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Ashfield - South are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,300 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 6,306 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 96th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,246 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,054 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.11 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Ashfield - South SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,300 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,056 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The ashfield - south sa2 has added approximately 1,054 people and shown a 8.61% increase from the 12,246 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Ashfield - South SA2 is estimated at 6,303 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Ashfield - South SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% per annum.
Population growth in the Ashfield - South SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Ashfield - South's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 36.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 58.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 23.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Ashfield - South SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Ashfield - South is equal to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Ashfield - South SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 23.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Ashfield - South SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 7.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Ashfield - South SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (3.7% vs 2.1%) and 25-34 year-olds (23.2% vs 16.2%). The most under-represented age group is 5-14 year-olds (7.1% vs 11.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 11.1% of the population in the Ashfield - South SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.1% of the population in the Ashfield - South SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $60,040 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 55th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,671 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,918 | 2021 Census, weekly | 60th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $872 | 2021 Census, weekly | 62nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,332 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Ashfield - South SA2 is approximately $63,871. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $60,040.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Ashfield - South SA2 is approximately $81,563. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,671.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Ashfield - South SA2 is approximately $63,871 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,040 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Ashfield - South SA2 is approximately $81,563 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,671 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Ashfield - South SA2's households (~31.8% / 1,524 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Ashfield - South SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 31.8% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Ashfield - South SA2 is $1,918/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Ashfield - South SA2 is $2,332/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Ashfield - South SA2 is $872/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Ashfield - South SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $60,040 with the average level standing at $76,671. This is above the national average and compares to levels of $63,183 and $86,684 across Greater Sydney respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,871 (median) and $81,563 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Ashfield - South SA2 is $6,741 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The ashfield - south sa2's disposable income is $6,741 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The labour market performance in Ashfield - South lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 64.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,107 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 12,509 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,597 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Ashfield - South SA2 has approximately 7,107 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.4%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Ashfield - South SA2 stands at 6.4%, which is 2.3 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Ashfield - South SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.4% of employment), professional & technical (13.0%), and education & training (10.8%). Other significant employers include retail trade and finance & insurance.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Ashfield - South SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Ashfield - South SA2 is 64.4%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The ashfield - south sa2 shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 7.8% of the local workforce compared to 5.8% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The ashfield - south sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Ashfield - South shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 31.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 14.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 48.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 28.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 6.1% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
48.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Ashfield - South SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
29.9% of people aged 15 and over in the Ashfield - South SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The ashfield - south sa2 ranks in the 82th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Ashfield - South SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (31.0%), Postgraduate (14.1%), Certificate (11.2%).
28.0% of the population in the Ashfield - South SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 6.1% in primary school, 4.9% in secondary school, 9.2% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Ashfield - South SA2 is 1093, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 6 schools within the Ashfield - South SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 3,990 students.
The ashfield - south sa2 includes 2 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 1 combined school.
Ashfield - South features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 30.3% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,792 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,204 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 61.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Ashfield - South SA2 had 4,792 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.6% to an estimated 5,204 households today.
The average household size in the Ashfield - South SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 61.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (30.3%), group households (8.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,952 family households, couples with children account for 24.2% of all households, couples without children at home 27.2%, and single parent families 8.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Ashfield - South SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 30.3% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 61.6% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Ashfield - South SA2 have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 40.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 30.3% of all households in the Ashfield - South SA2, higher than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 8.0% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Ashfield - South is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 50.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 51.2% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 48.8% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 73.9% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 49.1% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
Ashfield - South is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country, with 51.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 50.9% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Ashfield - South, at 40.0% of people, although more residents (43.8%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 7.1% of the population, compared to 4.1% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Ashfield - South are Chinese, comprising 19.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 8.4%, English, comprising 15.5% of the population, and Other, comprising 14.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Lebanese is notably overrepresented at 2.2% of Ashfield - South (vs 2.6% across Greater Sydney), Spanish at 0.8% (vs 0.6%) and Korean at 1.1% (vs 1.1%).
50.9% of the Ashfield - South SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
51.2% of the population in the Ashfield - South SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
0.5% of the Ashfield - South SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
73.9% of the Ashfield - South SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Ashfield - South features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 48.0% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 26.9% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 61.4% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,352 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 84th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 25.2% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $470 | 2021 Census, weekly | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the Ashfield - South SA2, 26.9% of homes are owned outright, 25.2% are owned with a mortgage, and 48.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 30.0% of dwellings in the Ashfield - South SA2 are houses.
In the Ashfield - South SA2, 61.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Ashfield - South SA2 stands at 26.9%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Ashfield - South SA2 is $2,352, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Ashfield - South SA2 is $1,570, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Ashfield - South SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.5% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Ashfield - South SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Ashfield - South SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.3% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 24.5% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Ashfield - South SA2 consists of 30.0% detached houses, 7.9% semi-detached dwellings, 61.4% apartments, and 0.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in Ashfield - South consumes approximately 18.9% of median household income ($8,305 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Ashfield - South show attached dwellings contributing 87% of approvals compared to 70% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 13% of applications versus 30% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Ashfield - South is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Health in Ashfield - South: private health cover 55.4%, no long-term health condition 71.8%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 60th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.8% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
Around 55.4% of people in the Ashfield - South SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Ashfield - South SA2, 8.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
5.4% of people in the Ashfield - South SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.3% of the Ashfield - South SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the Ashfield - South SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Ashfield - South SA2, 55.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 98 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 98th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 101 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 8,124 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 131 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 39 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 50.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 101 public transport stops within the Ashfield - South SA2.
The Ashfield - South SA2 has 8,124 weekly trips across 39 routes, averaging 1,160 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 118 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 237 m away and the nearest GP 278 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 101 stops nearby, 8,124 weekly trips, access rating 98 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 86 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 86th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 237 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 278 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 356 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 367 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 399 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 474 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 522 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 616 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 657 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 5 long day care centres with 258 places in Ashfield - South, about 2.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Ashfield - South recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Ashfield - South ranks in the 82nd percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Ashfield - South's established property market has recorded 192 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% commercial transactions.
Population growth drivers in Ashfield - South are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Ashfield - South's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 61% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
The labour market performance in Ashfield - South lags significantly behind most other regions nationally.
Ashfield - South shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Ashfield - South features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Ashfield - South is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Ashfield - South features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Health in Ashfield - South: private health cover 55.4%, no long-term health condition 71.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Ashfield - South has an estimated 13,300 residents, up 8.6% since the 2021 Census, with 10 projects tracked in Ashfield - South.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Ashfield - South.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (120031677). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Ashfield - South from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Ashfield - South with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
