Ashmore
An aging trajectory stands out in Ashmore, where 12,415 residents live across 6.83 square kilometres at a density of 1,817.5 people per square kilometre. The median age is 43, which is 3 years above the national average, while 31.8% of residents were born overseas, 10.2 percentage points above the national share. Growth is comparatively slow at 0.35% annually, helping preserve a settled suburban character. Ashmore is more car-oriented than nearby Southport, with 76.2% of workers driving, and its 68.6% separate-house share supports established family living. A household income percentile of 51.6 places the suburb close to the national middle rather than among the Gold Coast's highest-income locations.
Population
12,415
Median Age
43.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,581/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
17
Ashmore suits buyers seeking established houses, practical access and moderate household costs, although a current median house price is not available. Separate houses account for 68.6% of homes, compared with 10.1% apartments and 21.2% semi-detached dwellings, so the market is more house-oriented than a compact apartment precinct. Three-bedroom homes make up 41.5% of dwellings and four-bedroom-or-larger homes 35.4%, supporting families and space-conscious buyers. The listed mortgage repayment is $1,950 per month, while rent is $450 per week. Mortgage costs equal 28.5% of household income, below a severe-stress profile, but buyers should compare current prices with nearby Benowa and Southport before setting a budget.
For Buyers
Ashmore suits buyers seeking established houses, practical access and moderate household costs, although a current median house price is not available. Separate houses account for 68.6% of homes, compared with 10.1% apartments and 21.2% semi-detached dwellings, so the market is more house-oriented than a compact apartment precinct. Three-bedroom homes make up 41.5% of dwellings and four-bedroom-or-larger homes 35.4%, supporting families and space-conscious buyers. The listed mortgage repayment is $1,950 per month, while rent is $450 per week. Mortgage costs equal 28.5% of household income, below a severe-stress profile, but buyers should compare current prices with nearby Benowa and Southport before setting a budget.
For Investors
Ashmore presents a steadier rental case than a high-growth speculative play. Rents average $450 per week, 24.9% of occupied dwellings are rented and vacancy is 7.0%, giving tenants more choice than in a tightly supplied market. The 14 development applications recorded over 12 months indicate ongoing activity, but not a large construction pipeline on the available counts. Overseas migration is the primary forecast driver, which can support rental demand, while annual growth is only 0.35%. Rent growth of 21.6% has strengthened recent returns, yet investors should compare that uplift with vacancy risk, property management costs and the suburb's aging trajectory before assuming further gains.
Development Activity
Total DAs
17
Last 12 Months
17
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
Schools in Ashmore
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Aquinas College (Ashmore)
Guardian Angels' Catholic Primary School (Ashmore)
Trinity Lutheran College (Ashmore Rd, Ashmore)
Ashmore State School
Bellevue Park State School
Demographics
Ashmore has an older age profile than Australia overall: the median age is 43, or 3 years above the national average. Overseas-born residents account for 31.8% of the population, 10.2 percentage points above the national figure, with Japan at 100 residents, Mandarin at 96 and Korean at 38 among the recorded languages. English ancestry is reported by 4,895 people, followed by Other at 1,488, Irish at 1,319 and Scottish at 1,246. University attainment is 29.7%, just 0.4 percentage points lower than the national comparison, while average household size is 2.5, equal to the national level. Couples with children form 43.2% of families, but couples without children account for 37.7%, consistent with an aging and settled population.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
68.6%
Houses
21.2%
Townhouse
10.1%
Apartment
Tenure
Ashmore's tenure mix points to a stable but still mobile housing market. Outright owners represent 31.4% of households, below the 39.6% with a mortgage, while 24.9% rent and 4.1% use another tenure arrangement. The dwelling stock is predominantly separate houses at 68.6%, above apartments at 10.1% and semi-detached homes at 21.2%. Three-bedroom dwellings lead at 41.5%, followed by four-bedroom-or-larger homes at 35.4%, so the suburb is better suited to family layouts than a high-density precinct. Rent and mortgage costs each equal 28.5% of household income, while the listed weekly rent is $450 and monthly mortgage figure is $1,950. Compared with a more apartment-focused area such as Southport, Ashmore's housing form is likely to appeal more to long-term owner-occupiers.
Mortgage / mo
$1,950
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $450.
$850
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $850 · units $695
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$740
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.0%
Unoccupied
339
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
28.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
28.5%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
43.2%
Couples with children
37.7%
Couples, no children
17.5%
Single parent
3,223
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Ashmore's largest industry at 20.1%, employing 787 people, followed by Construction at 11.8% with 464, Education at 11.5% with 452, Professional and Technical services at 8.7% with 342, and Retail at 7.2% with 283. The occupational mix is led by Professionals at 1,239, Trades at 823, Clerical and Administrative workers at 799, Community and Personal Service workers at 736, and Managers at 704. A labour force of 6,132 records 5.5% unemployment and a 59.2% participation rate, while 52.9% work full time. Personal weekly income is $740 and household weekly income is $1,581. All 4 reported SEIFA deciles sit at 6, placing Ashmore in a middle socioeconomic position compared with higher-decile enclaves. Healthcare, education and construction provide a practical employment base because they serve recurring regional needs.
Unemployment
5.5%
Labour Force
6,132
Unemployed
340
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
52.9%
Part-time
36.5%
Participation
59.2%
Employed
5,792
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
29.7%
Postgraduate
7.0%
Born Overseas
31.8%
Dwellings
4,457
Transport to Work
Ashmore provides broad school-sector choice and a strongly car-based daily routine. Five nearby schools include 2 Catholic schools, 2 government schools and 1 independent school, giving families options across primary and secondary settings; enrolment zones should still be checked against the exact address. Transport is less convenient without a vehicle because 76.2% of commuters drive, compared with only 1.5% using public transport and 2.5% walking or cycling. Working from home accounts for 15.1%, which may reduce some weekday travel. Ashmore covers 6.83 square kilometres and has an IRSAD decile of 6, indicating middle-range socioeconomic conditions rather than a top-decile setting. A suburb-level crime rate is not stated, so prospective residents should check current Queensland Police incident information and inspect streets at different times before choosing a property.
Drive
76.2%
Public Transport
1.5%
Walk / Cycle
2.5%
Work from Home
15.1%
Population Forecast
+0.35%/yr
(+45 people/yr)
EstablishedAshmore is a slow-growth, aging suburb rather than a rapid expansion market. The forecast annual trend is 0.35%, with overseas migration identified as the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is 7.2% over 10 years, while the shift trajectory is labelled Aging: the senior share has increased by 4.8 percentage points and the young share has fallen by 1.5 points. This pattern is consistent with established housing, longer tenure and demand from mature households rather than a major influx of young renters. Gentrification is currently classified as Not gentrifying with a score of 0, so the growth outlook is lower intensity than a transformational redevelopment corridor. Compared with a high-growth Gold Coast location, Ashmore's main opportunity is gradual renewal through existing homes and small-scale development, with 14 applications recorded in 12 months.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+175
Net Internal / yr
-63
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Ashmore compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashmore a good suburb to live in?
Ashmore can suit households wanting established housing, schools and a quieter pace. It has 12,415 residents, a median age of 43 and 68.6% separate houses. Compared with more urban Gold Coast areas, daily life is more car-dependent because 76.2% of commuters drive, so transport preferences matter.
What is the median house price in Ashmore?
A current median house price is not stated for Ashmore. Buyers should compare live listings, recent comparable sales and holding costs with nearby suburbs. The available housing indicators include $450 weekly rent and a listed mortgage figure of $1,950 per month, which can help frame affordability alongside a property's actual purchase price.
What schools are in Ashmore?
Ashmore has 5 nearby schools across 3 sectors: Catholic, government and independent. The local names include Aquinas College, Guardian Angels' Catholic Primary School, Ashmore State School, Bellevue Park State School and Trinity Lutheran College. Families should confirm catchments and enrolment conditions rather than relying only on suburb boundaries.
Is Ashmore safe?
No suburb-level crime rate is stated for Ashmore, so a safety conclusion should not be drawn from the available social indicators. The 5.9% assistance figure measures support needs rather than crime. Check current Queensland Police incident information and visit the street at different times, compared with the routine you expect to maintain.
Is Ashmore good for property investment?
Ashmore may suit investors seeking an established rental market rather than rapid capital growth. Weekly rent is $450, vacancy is 7.0% and 24.9% of dwellings are rented. Annual growth is forecast at 0.35%, while rent growth has reached 21.6%. Compare vacancy, maintenance and purchase costs carefully before relying on recent rental increases.
How is Ashmore's population changing?
Ashmore's population is 12,415 today, with growth across the wider area running at 7.2% over 10 years and an annual trend of 0.35%. The trajectory is Aging: the senior share is up 4.8 percentage points and the young share is down 1.5 points. Overseas migration is the primary driver, so change is gradual rather than rapid.
What languages are spoken in Ashmore?
Ashmore has an overseas-born share of 31.8%, above the national comparison by 10.2 percentage points. Recorded language groups include Japanese at 100 residents, Mandarin at 96, Korean at 38, Greek at 35 and Italian at 35. English ancestry remains the largest recorded ancestry at 4,895 people, compared with 1,319 for Irish ancestry.
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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