Ashmore

Ashmore has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Ashmore's population is 12,809 as of May 2026. This shows an increase of 394 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 12,415. The change is inferred from ABS data: estimated resident population was 12,809 in June 2025 and there were 297 new addresses validated since the Census date. This results in a population density of 1,875 persons per square kilometer, higher than national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration primarily drove recent population growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts. By 2041, an increase of 1,723 persons is projected, reflecting a total increase of 13.4% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Ashmore according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Ashmore has received approximately 10 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling about 50 homes. In FY26 so far, 50 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4.6 new residents arrive per year for each dwelling constructed between FY21 and FY25. This has led to a significant demand exceeding supply, typically resulting in price growth and increased buyer competition.

New homes are being built at an average cost of $481,000, which is higher than regional norms due to quality-focused development. In this financial year, $20.5 million worth of commercial approvals have been registered, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Ashmore has significantly less development activity, with 84.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties. Nationally, it is also lower, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints.

Recent building activity consists entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character focused on family homes appealing to those seeking space. Notably, developers are constructing more detached housing than the existing pattern implies (69.0% at Census), reflecting persistent strong demand for family homes amid densification trends. Ashmore has approximately 1309 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established market. Looking ahead, Ashmore is expected to grow by 1,723 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Ashmore has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 33 projects that may impact this region. Notable ones include De Hart (Hart Street Residences), The Hills Ashmore, Victoria & Albert Broadbeach, and Pacific Motorway (M1) Upgrades. Relevant projects are listed below.

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Employment performance in Ashmore exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Ashmore has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 3.1% as of the past year. Employment growth over this period was estimated at 3.0%.

As of December 2025, 6991 residents were in work, with an unemployment rate of 0.9% below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation was 67.4%, compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, 14.5% of residents worked from home. Key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Professional & technical services had notable concentration at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 0.5% versus the regional average of 4.5%. Many residents commuted elsewhere for work based on Census data. In the 12-month period ending May-25, employment increased by 3.0%, labour force by 2.5%, and unemployment fell by 0.4 percentage points. This contrasted with Regional Qld where employment grew by 0.7%, labour force expanded by 1.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia projected growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Ashmore's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though this was a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The median income among taxpayers in Ashmore SA2 was $51,482 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $64,520 during the same period. These figures are lower than those for Regional Qld's which were $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated median income would be approximately $57,330 by March 2026, with the average estimated to reach around $71,849 during this period. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes in Ashmore ranked at the 37th percentile, family incomes at the 38th percentile, and personal incomes at the 40th percentile. The largest segment of income earners comprised 31.3% with weekly earnings between $1,500 and $2,999, which housed 4,009 residents. This is similar to regional levels where 31.7% fall into this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Ashmore, with only 80.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 37th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

Ashmore displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Ashmore, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 68.6% houses and 31.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Regional Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ashmore was at 33.0%, similar to Regional Qld's rate. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (41.6%) or rented (25.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, higher than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $450, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Ashmore's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Ashmore features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 69.5% of all households, including 30.6% couples with children, 25.6% couples without children, and 12.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 30.5%, with lone person households at 26.1% and group households comprising 4.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, aligning with the Regional Qld average.

The educational profile of Ashmore exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates of 26.0%, exceeding the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 18.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 38.9% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas (14.0%) and certificates (24.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 32.1% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.0% in primary education, 9.2% in secondary education, and 6.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Ashmore has 52 operational public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by seven different routes that together facilitate 1,035 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these stops is rated as excellent, with residents typically living just 196 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outwards. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 92% of residents. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 14.5% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, an average of 147 trips are made daily, equating to approximately 19 weekly trips per individual stop.

Ashmore's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Ashmore's health metrics are close to national benchmarks according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~6,558 people). The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 8.8 and 7.4% of residents respectively. 69.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. The area has 20.4% of residents aged 65 and over (2,607 people). National rankings are broadly in line with the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Ashmore was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Ashmore's population shows higher linguistic diversity, with 15.1% speaking a language other than English at home, compared to most local markets. Born overseas, 31.8% of Ashmore residents were born abroad. Christianity is the dominant religion in Ashmore, comprising 49.0%.

Notably, Judaism is overrepresented at 0.3%, higher than the Regional Qld average of 0.1%. For ancestry, English comprises 30.1%, Australian 21.8%, and Other groups 9.2% of Ashmore's population. Some ethnic groups are notably divergent: New Zealanders make up 1.7% (vs regional 0.9%), Maori 1.6% (vs 0.8%), and Hungarians 0.4% (vs 0.2%).

Ashmore's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Ashmore was 42 years old, close to Regional Queensland's average of 41 years and significantly higher than Australia's median age of 38 years. Comparing Ashmore with Regional Queensland, the 35-44 age cohort was notably over-represented at 14.5% locally, while the 65-74 year-olds were under-represented at 8.8%. Between the Census periods of June 2021 and August 2021, the proportion of people aged 35 to 44 increased from 13.1% to 14.5%, while those aged 15 to 24 rose from 11.3% to 12.3%. Conversely, the percentage of people aged 65 to 74 decreased from 10.5% to 8.8%. Population forecasts for Ashmore indicate substantial demographic changes by the year 2041. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to expand significantly, increasing by 525 people (a rise of 33%) from 1,574 to 2,100. Meanwhile, the 15-24 age group is projected to decline by 66 people.