Ascot
With just 93 residents across 36.43 square kilometres, Ascot is a low-density locality where 100.0% of recorded dwellings are separate houses and 71.4% have 4 or more bedrooms. Its median age of 44 is 4.0 years above the national comparison, while household income sits at the 75.9th percentile. Growth indicators are stronger than the settled housing pattern suggests: the forecast trend is 3.57% annually and wider-area population change is 112.1% over 10 years. Compared with nearby Wendouree, Ascot is more rural in scale, so buyers should weigh land, privacy and car dependence against limited local depth.
Population
93
Median Age
44.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,027/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
7
Ascot suits buyers seeking detached space rather than apartment choice. Separate houses account for 100.0% of dwellings, with 71.4% containing 4 or more bedrooms and 28.6% containing 3 bedrooms, so the stock leans toward larger homes and land. A suburb-wide median house price is not available, but mortgage costs are listed at $2,167 per month and mortgage-to-income is 24.7%, with no mortgage stress flag. Rent is $240 a week and rent-to-income is 11.8%, also without a rent stress flag. Compared with denser Ballarat options, Ascot may appeal to households prioritising space, although its 2.6 density means commuting and services need more planning. Affordability is labelled improving, with values of 66.5 in 2011 and 60.4 in 2021.
For Buyers
Ascot suits buyers seeking detached space rather than apartment choice. Separate houses account for 100.0% of dwellings, with 71.4% containing 4 or more bedrooms and 28.6% containing 3 bedrooms, so the stock leans toward larger homes and land. A suburb-wide median house price is not available, but mortgage costs are listed at $2,167 per month and mortgage-to-income is 24.7%, with no mortgage stress flag. Rent is $240 a week and rent-to-income is 11.8%, also without a rent stress flag. Compared with denser Ballarat options, Ascot may appeal to households prioritising space, although its 2.6 density means commuting and services need more planning. Affordability is labelled improving, with values of 66.5 in 2011 and 60.4 in 2021.
For Investors
Ascot presents a small, ownership-heavy rental market. Only 12.5% of households rent, compared with 56.2% owning outright and 18.8% paying a mortgage, so the tenant pool is narrower than in a renter-oriented suburb. Weekly rent is $240 and vacancy is 8.3%, which may reduce immediate leasing pressure but warrants careful testing of demand. Development activity totals 7 applications in 12 months, including outbuildings and a two-lot re-subdivision, so supply is active but not large-scale. Rent growth of 33.3% is a positive historical signal, and overseas migration is the primary forecast driver. Compared with a flat established market, Ascot has stronger growth potential, but the 93-person base makes percentage movement volatile. Check comparable rents, insurance and resale depth before relying on the headline growth rate.
Development Activity
Total DAs
7
Last 12 Months
7
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
—
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Ascot has an older, more settled profile than the national comparison. Median age is 44, or 4.0 years above national, while university qualification attainment is 20.8%, 9.3 percentage points below national. Overseas-born residents comprise 7.2%, 14.4 points below national, and English ancestry is the largest named ancestry at 35 people, followed by Irish and Scottish ancestry at 7 each. Household size is 2.8, 0.3 above national, with couples with children making up 40.0% of families and couples without children 36.0%. Residential stability is pronounced: 91.2% stayed at the same address and turnover was 8.8%. Christianity counts 42 people versus 28 reporting no religion. Compared with the national profile, Ascot is less migrant-oriented and more settled, which supports continuity but may limit population churn.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
100.0%
Houses
0.0%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Ascot's housing is overwhelmingly detached and relatively large. Separate houses represent 100.0% of dwellings; 71.4% have 4 or more bedrooms and 28.6% have 3 bedrooms. Tenure is ownership-led, with 56.2% owned outright, 18.8% mortgaged and 12.5% rented, while another 12.5% sits in other tenure categories. Weekly rent is $240, vacancy is 8.3% and the rent-to-income ratio is 11.8%, so renting appears affordable for existing households but the vacancy figure may soften competition. Mortgage costs are listed at $2,167 monthly and mortgage-to-income is 24.7%, with no mortgage stress flag. Compared with denser Ballarat neighbourhoods, the 2.6 density and 36.43 square kilometre footprint point to more land and privacy, but less compact housing choice. A median house price is not available, so buyers should use recent comparable sales rather than a suburb-wide benchmark.
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$240
Census 2021
HH Size
2.8
Personal Income / wk
$733
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.3%
Unoccupied
3
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
11.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.7%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
40.0%
Couples with children
36.0%
Couples, no children
25
Total families
Economy & Employment
Ascot's economy is anchored by agriculture, which accounts for 41.2% of listed industry employment, followed by transport and finance at 14.7% each, construction at 11.8% and hospitality at 8.8%. The occupational mix is led by 19 managers and 10 professionals, with 9 community and personal service workers and 6 trades workers. Participation is 73.7%, 56 people are in the labour force and 58.9% of employment is full time. Household income is $2,027 a week, ranking at the 75.9th percentile. That income position sits above the middle of the national distribution, yet IRSAD is only decile 4, while IER is decile 6, IEO decile 4 and IRSD decile 5. The gap likely reflects a small, mixed agricultural economy where household earnings do not translate evenly into education and disadvantage measures. Compared with a larger urban labour market, local employment is more specialised and commuting may matter.
Unemployment
0.0%
Labour Force
56
Unemployed
0
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
58.9%
Part-time
30.4%
Participation
73.7%
Employed
56
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
20.8%
Postgraduate
N/A
Born Overseas
7.2%
Dwellings
30
Transport to Work
Ascot offers a quiet, low-density lifestyle, with 2.6 people per square kilometre across 36.43 square kilometres and 59.5% working from home. Among residents travelling to work, 40.5% drive, so daily life is more car-reliant than in walkable urban areas and trip planning matters. Volunteering is 31.0%, which can support local connection, while 3.3% report needing assistance. Safety requires a measured reading: 83 recorded offences equate to 892.5 incidents per 1,000 residents, led by 50 property and deception offences, 19 justice procedures offences and 11 crimes against the person. That rate is high compared with typical suburban expectations, although the 93-person population makes the per-capita figure volatile. For families, check current school enrolment zones and nearby campuses against the exact address, because access can cross locality boundaries. Compared with denser Ballarat areas, Ascot provides more space and lower density, but everyday trips may be longer.
Drive
40.5%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
N/A
Work from Home
59.5%
Growth Outlook
Ascot combines a 3.57% annual forecast trend with a "Declining young" trajectory, showing growth alongside an ageing or retaining profile rather than a youth-led surge. Overseas migration is the primary driver, and wider-area population change is forecast at 112.1% over 10 years. Rent growth of 33.3% and real income growth of 19.4% add momentum, while affordability is labelled "Improving" after values of 66.5 in 2011 and 60.4 in 2021. Gentrification is not the main story: the score is 0, the shift status is "Not gentrifying" and the gentrification stage is "New development". Compared with a flat established market, 3.57% annual growth is strong, but the current population of 93 makes percentage signals sensitive to a small base. New activity should therefore be read as incremental land and housing change, not proof of a rapid urban transformation.
Safety & Crime
Total Offences
83
Year ending June 2024
Rate per 1,000 People
892.5
Offence Categories
Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria / SA Police
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Ascot compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ascot a good suburb to live in?
Ascot can suit households seeking space, privacy and a detached home, with 100.0% of dwellings recorded as separate houses and 59.5% working from home. The trade-off is a density of only 2.6 people per square kilometre and 40.5% driving to work. Compared with denser Ballarat suburbs, it offers a quieter setting but requires more planning for transport and services.
What is the median house price in Ascot?
A suburb-wide median house price is not available for Ascot. Buyers should compare recent sales for similar detached properties, particularly because 71.4% of homes have 4 or more bedrooms and 28.6% have 3 bedrooms. Mortgage costs are listed at $2,167 per month, while mortgage-to-income is 24.7% and the mortgage stress flag is false.
What schools are in Ascot?
School choices for Ascot should be checked against the exact property address, current enrolment zones and nearby campuses, as boundaries can cross locality lines. The locality has 93 residents and an average household size of 2.8, so families should assess travel times as well as the applicable school sector and intake area before buying or renting.
Is Ascot safe?
Ascot's recorded crime total is 83 incidents, equivalent to 892.5 per 1,000 residents, which is high compared with typical suburban expectations. Property and deception offences account for 50 incidents, justice procedures offences for 19 and crimes against the person for 11. Because the population is only 93, inspect recent local incident patterns rather than relying on the rate alone.
Is Ascot good for property investment?
Ascot has some investment positives, including weekly rent of $240, rent growth of 33.3%, vacancy of 8.3% and 7 development applications in 12 months. However, only 12.5% of households rent, so the tenant pool is smaller than in rental-oriented suburbs. Overseas migration is the primary forecast driver and annual growth is 3.57%, but resale depth should be tested carefully.
How is Ascot's population changing?
Ascot has 93 residents today, while wider-area population change is forecast at 112.1% over 10 years and the annual trend is 3.57%. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver. The trajectory is labelled "Declining young", with young share down 4.0%, while the gentrification score is 0 and the status is "Not gentrifying".
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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