Ascot Park (SA)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographic updates across the wider region alongside new addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Ascot Park has a population estimated at approximately 3,594 as of May 2026. Since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,588 people, this shows an expansion of 6 people (0.2%). This shift is deduced from a resident population of 3,581, which Districts estimated after analyzing the June 2025 ERP data release from the ABS, combined with another 13 validated new addresses since the Census date. With this population level, the suburb of Ascot Park has a density ratio of 3,594 persons per square kilometer, which ranks in the upper quartile of all Australian locations analyzed by Districts. Recent population growth has been largely fueled by overseas migration, which made up about 75.0% of the total demographic gains.

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The local labor force is highly qualified, with high representation in key service sectors, a jobless rate of just 3.5%, and a yearly jobs increase estimated at 4.2%. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,143, with unemployment sitting 0.4% lower than the Greater Adelaide figure of 3.8%, and participation in the workforce reaching a high 71.9% relative to 66.6% across Greater Adelaide. According to Census data, only 8.5% of workers performed their jobs from home, a figure that may be influenced by Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.

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According to the most recent postcode level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the suburb of Ascot Park is $52,320, and the average is $60,429. These values are lower than national averages, and compare to a median of $54,808 and average of $66,852 in Greater Adelaide. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, March 2026 estimates suggest a median of $57,641 and an average of $66,575. The 2021 Census placed weekly personal income in the 45th percentile ($783 weekly) and household income in the 27th percentile. The largest demographic category consists of 33.8% of taxpayers earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,214 residents), which is similar to the broader region where fall in this bracket. Home affordability is highly strained, with residents retaining just of their income, which sits in the th percentile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Ascot Park consisted of 42.4% detached houses and 57.6% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached builds or apartments, compared to Adelaide metro where houses make up 75.2% and other options represent 24.9%. Owner-occupancy levels in the suburb reached 23.8%, which is below the metropolitan rate, with mortgaged properties making up 31.0% and rental homes accounting for 45.2%. Repayments for mortgages averaged a median of $1,500 monthly, while the weekly rent median sat at $320, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,562 and $320. On a national scale, mortgage costs are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well below the national median of $375.

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Families constitute 55.8% of local homes, comprising couples with children at 19.8%, couples without children at 23.1%, and single parent arrangements at 11.1%. The other 44.2% of homes are non-family settings, which are divided into single-person households at 37.1% and group shared homes at 6.8%. The median occupancy rate of 2.2 residents per dwelling is lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.

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Academic attainment is a distinct characteristic of the local community, with tertiary graduation levels reaching 35.6% of residents aged 15+ and outpacing the SA average of 25.7% as well as the SA4 regional rate of 28.1%. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees account for 24.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational qualifications are also common, with 29.3% of residents aged 15+ having completed trade or technical programs, including advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificates at 18.8%.

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Analysis of transit systems reveals 14 active transport access points within Ascot Park, incorporating both rail and bus networks. A total of 9 distinct routes service these locations, facilitating 1,039 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is highly rated, with residents situated an average of 172 meters from their closest boarding point. Since the locality is mostly residential, many workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of travel at 77%, compared to 10% utilizing the train and 7% choosing the bus. Households own an average of 0.9 vehicles, which is less than the metropolitan average. A relatively small 8.5% of the working population works from home, according to data from the 2021 Census that might be affected by pandemic conditions.

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Assessments of local mortality and illness by Districts indicate that the suburb faces notable healthcare issues, with typical medical concerns appearing across multiple generations, while access to private health insurance is low at roughly 51% of the population (~1,829 people).

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The community demonstrates a high degree of multiculturalism, with 38.9% of residents originating from other countries and 35.8% communicating in a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 35.1% of the population. Notably, Hinduism is particularly prominent at 9.6% of the local population, compared to a much lower 2.8% average for Greater Adelaide.

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The median age of 34 years is notably below the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a higher share of individuals aged 25 - 34 (22.0%) and a lower share of those aged 55 - 64 (8.2%). The proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds is also significantly higher than the Australian average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the demographic slice aged 75 to 84 has expanded from 5.4% to 6.5%, while the 55 to 64 bracket has contracted from 9.4% to 8.2%. Age projections point to substantial changes by 2041, with the to age group expected to increase by by adding residents to reach a total of whereas the cohort aged to will grow by a modest ( people).

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Ascot Park currently has an estimated 186 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 103 children aged 0-2 and 69 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 10% by 2041 (to approximately 204 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 291. Birth rates in the area have averaged 10.1 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.