Ashby (WA)

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Analysis of ABS demographic revisions for the surrounding region combined with new address validations performed by Districts indicates that the population of the suburb of Ashby (WA) stands at approximately 3,301 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 451 residents (15.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 2,850 inhabitants. This demographic shift is calculated from the resident population of 3,301, estimated by Districts using the ABS Estimated Resident Population release from June 2025 alongside an additional 53 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 2,357 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of domestic locations evaluated by Districts. The 15.8% expansion rate of the suburb of Ashby (WA) since the 2021 census was higher than the national benchmark of 9.3% and the broader SA4 region, establishing the suburb as a local growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of these gains, accounting for roughly of the overall population increase over recent timeframes.

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The local workforce is characterized by high skill levels, with the building and construction sector showing exceptionally strong representation. The unemployment rate sits at a low 3.5%, and employment grew by an estimated 4.2% over the last year, according to Districts aggregations of regional data. In March 2026, 1,763 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate was 0.7% lower than the Greater Perth average of 4.2%. Participation in the labor force is somewhat lower than the metropolitan norm, standing at 66.6% compared to 70.2% across Greater Perth. Census records show that a modest 7.2% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.

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Taxpayer data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year, aggregated by Districts at the postcode level, shows a median taxpayer income of $50,218 and an average of $61,895. These figures are below the national average, contrasting with a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248 in Greater Perth. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since the 2023 financial year, current income estimates would stand at approximately $55,707 for the median and $68,660 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes all rank modestly, placing between the 30th and 40th percentiles. Distribution statistics show that 29.4% of the population (970 people) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to the surrounding region where 32.0% of the population falls into this bracket. Housing affordability pressure is high, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the th percentile, while the SEIFA income index ranks the suburb in the th decile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the local housing mix consisted of 93.1% separate houses and 6.8% other dwelling types, such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative options, compared to the Perth metropolitan average of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was significantly higher than the Perth metropolitan average, standing at 35.4%, with the remaining properties either under mortgage (41.2%) or occupied by renters (23.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,863 was lower than the Perth metropolitan average of $1,907, whereas the median weekly rent of $380 was higher than the metropolitan average of $350. Nationally, local mortgage repayments align with the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national average of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 67.7%, consisting of couples with children at 30.2%, couples without children at 25.7%, and single parents at 11.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.3%, with single-person households representing 30.8% and group households comprising 1.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 residents is slightly smaller than the Greater Perth average of 2.6.

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Educational attainment levels trail regional averages, with 20.8% of residents aged 15 and older holding a university degree compared to 30.4% across Australia, pointing to opportunities for further academic and professional training. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 15.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Vocational education is highly represented, with 36.8% of residents aged 15 and over possessing trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 26.9%.

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Public transport analysis identifies 9 active passenger stops operating locally, consisting of bus services. These stops are serviced by 2 routes, which combine to provide 477 passenger trips per week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 204 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, the majority of working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 84%, followed by train travel at 10%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.2 cars per dwelling, which is below the metropolitan average. A relatively low 7.2% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Health indicators are close to national averages, according to Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic health conditions, with overall illness rates tracking at typical levels, though older age groups exhibit higher rates of chronic conditions than the national average. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 52% of the population (~1,709 people), compared to 59.0% across Greater Perth.

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The local population displays greater cultural diversity than most markets, with 15.3% of residents using a language other than English at home and 43.7% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 47.5% of the population. The most pronounced religious divergence is in the Other category, which accounts for 2.9% of local residents compared to 1.4% across Greater Perth.

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The median age of 40 is slightly higher than the Greater Perth median of 37 and marginally above the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Perth, the 75 - 84 age group is overrepresented, making up 10.1% of the local population, while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented at 12.5%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 10.0% to 11.6%, and the 55 to 64 group has grown from 9.3% to 10.5%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.9% to 10.4%. Demographic models indicate significant changes in the age structure by with the to cohort projected to increase by people (), rising from to . The combined cohorts aged and over will account for of the total population growth, reflecting a rapidly aging profile. In contrast, the to and to age brackets are projected to contract.

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Ashby currently has an estimated 224 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 112 children aged 0-2 and 75 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 13% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 205 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 353. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.2 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.