Ashmont
A renter-majority, detached-home suburb, Ashmont has 3,747 residents across 2.43 square kilometres, with density of 1,542.7 people per square kilometre. Renting accounts for 51.6% of households, while 82.7% live in separate houses, a combination that points to a lower-cost housing market rather than a high-ownership enclave. Household income sits at the 12.7th percentile, below national levels, helping explain the weekly rent of $220. Compared with nearby Tolland and Mount Austin, Ashmont is a compact Wagga Wagga option with a median age of 36 and a strongly English-ancestry profile, led by 1,422 residents reporting English ancestry.
Population
3,747
Median Age
36.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$994/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
24
Homebuyers are likely to find the clearest value signal in housing mix and holding costs, because a verified median sale price is not stated. The typical dwelling profile is practical: 82.7% are separate houses, 56.5% have 3 bedrooms and 21.1% have 4 or more. A mortgage benchmark of $1,103 per month equals 25.6% of household income, compared with rent at $220 per week and 22.1% of income. That mortgage share is higher than the rental share, so repayment planning matters even where the housing stock is mostly detached. Ashmont's 51.6% renting rate is above 22.1% owning outright and 25.9% paying a mortgage, making it more renter-exposed than a conventional owner-led market.
For Buyers
Homebuyers are likely to find the clearest value signal in housing mix and holding costs, because a verified median sale price is not stated. The typical dwelling profile is practical: 82.7% are separate houses, 56.5% have 3 bedrooms and 21.1% have 4 or more. A mortgage benchmark of $1,103 per month equals 25.6% of household income, compared with rent at $220 per week and 22.1% of income. That mortgage share is higher than the rental share, so repayment planning matters even where the housing stock is mostly detached. Ashmont's 51.6% renting rate is above 22.1% owning outright and 25.9% paying a mortgage, making it more renter-exposed than a conventional owner-led market.
For Investors
Rental demand has a substantial base: 51.6% of households rent, compared with 22.1% owning outright and 25.9% holding a mortgage. Weekly rent is $220 and vacancy is 7.1%, so an investor should weigh accessible rent against the possibility of more tenant choice than in a tighter market. Development activity also matters, with 23 applications recorded over 12 months, including demolition, new dwelling work and a secondary dwelling. Healthcare is the leading industry at 26.7%, above Retail at 9.1%, which may support steady local employment. Compared with an owner-occupier suburb, Ashmont's renter share and development pipeline make tenant retention and property condition central to returns.
Development Activity
Total DAs
113
Last 12 Months
24
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+84.6%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Ashmont's median age is 36, which is 4 years below the national comparison, while university attainment is 11.8%, 18.3 percentage points below the national level. Only 7.3% of residents were born overseas, 14.3 points below the national comparison, and average household size is 2.3 people, 0.2 below the national figure. English ancestry is the largest reported group at 1,422, followed by Irish at 384 and Scottish at 271. Christianity counts 1,935 people and no religion 1,277. Compared with nationally younger, more highly educated or more migrant-heavy areas, this profile helps explain the suburb's Anglo-leaning identity and relatively modest household size.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
82.7%
Houses
0.0%
Townhouse
17.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is detached-dominant but not ownership-dominant. Separate houses account for 82.7% of dwellings versus 17.3% apartments, while 51.6% of households rent, above 25.9% with a mortgage and 22.1% owning outright. The bedroom profile centres on 3-bedroom homes at 56.5%, with 21.1% at 4 or more and 21.1% at 2 bedrooms. Rent of $220 per week equals 22.1% of household income, lower than the 25.6% mortgage-to-income share, which helps explain why the suburb can attract renters despite its family-house form. Compared with nearby Tolland and Mount Austin, Ashmont's 2.43 square kilometre footprint gives its detached stock a more compact setting.
Mortgage / mo
$1,103
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $220.
$530
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $550 · units $420
HH Size
2.3
Personal Income / wk
$577
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.1%
Unoccupied
110
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.1%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.6%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
27.9%
Couples with children
32.8%
Couples, no children
36.3%
Single parent
919
Total families
Economy & Employment
Ashmont's employment base is led by Healthcare at 26.7% and 185 workers, followed by Retail at 9.1% and 63, Construction at 8.8% and 61, Public Administration at 7.8% and 54, and Education at 7.5% and 52. Healthcare sits above each of the other listed industries, so changes in care and support employment could have an outsized local effect. Occupations are concentrated in Labourers at 251, Community and Personal Service at 200, Trades at 196, Sales at 155, and Machinery and Drivers at 131. The unemployment rate is 9.2% and participation is 48.1%, while 57.7% of employed people work full time. Compared with higher-participation labour markets, this mix points to a suburb where practical and service roles matter more than university-led employment.
Unemployment
9.2%
Labour Force
1,425
Unemployed
131
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
57.7%
Part-time
35.7%
Participation
48.1%
Employed
1,294
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
11.8%
Postgraduate
2.2%
Born Overseas
7.3%
Dwellings
1,440
Transport to Work
Daily travel is strongly car-oriented: 83.4% drive, compared with 0.8% using public transport and 2.6% walking or cycling. That pattern matters because Ashmont packs 3,747 residents into 2.43 square kilometres, so local access and parking can shape daily convenience more than regional distance alone. Working from home is 3.9%, reinforcing the importance of transport for many households. A volunteering rate of 10.0% adds a modest civic connection, while 11.1% need assistance suggests accessibility and support services should be considered. Compared with suburbs built around frequent transit, Ashmont is more practical for households with a car.
Drive
83.4%
Public Transport
0.8%
Walk / Cycle
2.6%
Work from Home
3.9%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Ashmont compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashmont a good suburb to live in?
Ashmont can suit households seeking detached housing at a weekly rent of $220, but car dependence is high at 83.4% driving. Compared with transit-led suburbs, daily life will be easier for residents with a vehicle. The median age is 36, and 51.6% rent, so the suburb also suits renters who prefer a house-form setting.
What is the median house price in Ashmont?
A current median house price should be checked against recent sales because a verified figure is not stated. Ashmont's housing context is 82.7% separate houses, 56.5% three-bedroom dwellings and 51.6% renting, which is above the 22.1% owning outright share.
What schools are in Ashmont?
No in-suburb school campus is identified for Ashmont. Families should check nearby enrolment zones and travel times, especially because 83.4% of residents drive compared with 0.8% using public transport. The suburb population is 3,747, so catchment capacity can matter.
Is Ashmont safe?
A suburb-level crime rate is not stated, so Ashmont should not be ranked against nearby suburbs on safety without checking current NSW Police information. It has 3,747 residents and 11.1% need assistance, figures that support checking lighting, access and services at the exact address.
Is Ashmont good for property investment?
Ashmont may suit investors seeking a renter-heavy market: 51.6% of households rent, weekly rent is $220 and vacancy is 7.1%. Compared with the 22.1% owning outright, the tenant base is substantial. However, 23 development applications in 12 months mean investors should inspect competing supply and property condition.
How is Ashmont's population changing?
Ashmont has 3,747 residents, with 78.0% staying at the same address and 22.0% turning over. Compared with a highly mobile suburb, that pattern suggests relative residential stability, while 23 development applications point to ongoing physical change. The current picture is gradual change rather than a clear population surge.
What development is happening in Ashmont?
Twenty-three development applications were recorded over 12 months, including demolition, additions, new structures and a secondary dwelling. Compared with a suburb with no recent applications, this indicates active property renewal, although the mix appears more focused on individual sites than a large estate. Check approvals, timing and likely construction impacts before buying.
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). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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