Ashmont

Ashmont has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Ashmont is around 3,776 people. This reflects an increase of 29 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,747 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 3,715 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, along with an additional 4 validated new addresses since the Census date. This equates to a density ratio of 1,553 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 82.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, lower quartile growth of non-metropolitan areas nationally is anticipated, with the suburb of Ashmont expected to increase by 103 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 0.1% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Ashmont is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Ashmont recorded approximately 9 residential properties granted approval annually. Between FY21 and FY25, around 48 homes were approved, with another 8 in FY26 so far. Despite population decline, new supply has likely kept pace with demand, offering good choice to buyers.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $451,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. This financial year, Ashmont recorded $18.5 million in commercial development approvals, suggesting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to Rest of NSW, Ashmont has roughly half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 40th percentile nationally, implying limited buyer options but strengthening demand for established homes. This level reflects market maturity and possible development constraints. New building activity comprises 62.0% standalone homes and 38.0% townhouses or apartments, with a growing mix of townhouses and apartments providing varied price points.

This shift from the current housing mix (83.0% houses) reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses changing lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With around 411 people per dwelling approval, Ashmont indicates a developed market. By 2041, Ashmont is projected to grow by 4 residents (AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Ashmont has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified six projects expected to impact the region. Notable initiatives include Tolland Renewal Project, Inland Rail from Albury to Illabo, Veale Street Residential Subdivision, and Glenfield Road Upgrades in Wagga Wagga. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Ashmont face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Ashmont's workforce comprises both white and blue-collar jobs, with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 10.4% as of the past year, indicating an employment growth of 0.9%. As of September 2025, 1,351 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 6.5%, compared to Rest of NSW's 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Ashmont is lower at 51.2% versus the regional average of 61.5%. Census data shows that only 3.8% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade is particularly specialized with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level, while education & training has lower representation at 5.6% compared to the regional average of 9.6%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as suggested by the working population count versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, employment increased by 0.9%, labour force by 3.8%, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 2.6 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of NSW experienced employment decline of 0.5% and labour force decline of 0.1%, with a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national growth rates of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Ashmont's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

Ashmont's income level is below average nationally according to AreaSearch data from the ATO for financial year 2023. The median income in Ashmont was $38,962 with an average of $47,526. This compares to Rest of NSW's median and average incomes of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. By September 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 8.86%, Ashmont's estimated median income would be approximately $42,414 and the average $51,737. The 2021 Census places household, family, and personal incomes in Ashmont between the 3rd and 9th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 31.1% of locals (1,174 people) earn between $800 - 1,499 annually, contrasting with the broader area where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is dominant at 29.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Ashmont, with only 81.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 4th percentile nationally.

Ashmont is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Ashmont's dwelling structures in its latest Census report comprised 82.7% houses and 17.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Non-Metro NSW had similar figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ashmont was at 22.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.9% and rented ones at 51.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,103, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733 and Australia's national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Ashmont was $220, substantially below Non-Metro NSW's $330 and the national figure of $375.

Ashmont features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 62.4% of all households, including 17.6% couples with children, 20.3% couples without children, and 22.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.6%, with lone person households at 34.3% and group households comprising 3.1%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

Ashmont faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 9.5%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 6.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas at 6.2% and certificates at 33.4%. Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.2% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transportation in Ashmont shows that there are 27 active transport stops currently operating. These stops cater to a mix of bus services. They are served by 30 individual routes combined, providing a total of 557 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 205 meters from the nearest stop. Ashmont is predominantly residential, and most residents commute outward to other areas for work or leisure. Despite this, the car remains the primary mode of transportation, used by 94% of residents.

The average number of vehicles owned per dwelling in Ashmont is 1.0, which is below the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 3.8% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages at around 79 trips per day, equating to approximately 20 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Ashmont is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Ashmont faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Several health conditions affect both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is extremely low, at approximately 46% of Ashmont's total population (around 1,729 people), compared to 51.9% in the rest of NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions, affecting 12.8% and 12.1% of residents respectively. However, 54.4% of residents claim to have no medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in the rest of NSW. Working-age residents face notable health challenges due to higher chronic condition rates. Ashmont has 16.4% of its population aged 65 and over (619 people), lower than the 23.4% in the rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly aligning with those of the general population.

Ashmont is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Ashmont's cultural diversity was found to be below average. Its population comprised 86.3% citizens, with 92.7% born in Australia and 94.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, making up 58.5% of Ashmont's population compared to 55.9% across Rest of NSW.

The top three ancestry groups were Australian (31.4%), English (29.5%), and Australian Aboriginal (13.8%), which is notably higher than the regional average of 4.6%. Certain ethnic groups showed notable divergences: Macedonian was overrepresented at 0.1% in Ashmont compared to 0.4% regionally, French remained consistent at 0.4%, and Irish were slightly underrepresented at 8.0% versus 8.8%.

Ashmont's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Ashmont's median age is 35 years, which is significantly below the Rest of NSW average of 43 and somewhat younger than the Australian median of 38. The 25-34 cohort is notably over-represented in Ashmont at 17.0%, compared to the Rest of NSW average, while the 75-84 year-olds are under-represented at 4.2%. Following the Census conducted on 2nd August 2021, younger residents have shifted the median age down by 1.2 years to 35. The 25 to 34 age group has grown from 13.0% to 17.0%, and the 0 to 4 cohort increased from 7.6% to 9.0%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 11.3% to 9.5%, and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 11.4% to 9.7%. Demographic modeling suggests Ashmont's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 25 to 34 cohort projected to grow by 15%, adding 96 residents to reach 738. Conversely, the 5 to 14 and 75 to 84 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.