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Ascot Park

SA 5043 • Greater Adelaide

3,588
Population (2021)
$71,812
Median Household Income
1.00 km²
Area
$320/wk
Median Rent
AffordableWell-ConnectedFamily-FriendlySuburbanGrowth Suburb
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About Ascot Park

Ascot Park is a well-established suburb in south-western Adelaide, approximately 9 kilometres from the CBD in the City of Marion. Named after Ascot Racecourse in England, the suburb has a population of around 3,590. The area has a median personal income of $783 per week and a median age of 37, reflecting a mix of families, young professionals, and retirees. Ascot Park is bordered by Marion Road to the west and the Seaford railway line to the south.

Ascot Park offers convenient, affordable living with excellent public transport access to central Adelaide. The suburb is well-served by Ascot Park railway station on the Seaford line, with 13-minute trains to the city. Residents enjoy proximity to Westfield Marion, one of Adelaide's largest shopping centres, as well as local parks and recreation areas. The housing stock is predominantly single-storey detached homes on generous blocks, attracting first-home buyers and investors.

Ascot Park falls under postcode 5043 and is governed by the Marion Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Boothby, while state elections fall under the Badcoe electorate.

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📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5043
Urban Area
Marion - North
LGA / Council
Marion
Federal Electorate
Boothby
State Electorate
Badcoe
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.99°, 138.56°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
1.00 km²
Population Density
3,574 /km²
Elevation
24m

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🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

Median sale prices in Ascot Park for the March quarter 2026. Median house sale prices published by the Office of the Valuer-General SA (Adelaide metropolitan area).

🏡House
$1.05M
4 sales · YoY n/a

Source: Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales. Houses only — South Australia does not publish a unit/apartment series. Medians are for the latest quarter; year-on-year change is shown only where both quarters had at least 10 sales.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5043

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5043, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,280
Median 2023–24
$56,319
▲ 27.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,344

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5043; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$32,084
Personal Income 2021
$40,716
▲ 26.9% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$40,716 / yr
$783/wk
Household
$71,812 / yr
$1381/wk
Family
$98,488 / yr
$1894/wk
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8.4%

100 state housing + 33 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ascot Park
0.5 km
6 min
Woodlands Park
1 km
12 min
Edwardstown
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • M44 — Golden Grove to Westfield Marion via City 15 min to Marion
  • 741 — Edwardstown to Marion 10 min to Marion

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
9 km
By Train
13 min from Ascot Park station
By Bus
25 min via Marion Road
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12-15 min

🛣️ Excellent train access with services every 30 minutes

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot with good access to shops, schools, and public transport

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,293
Census 2021
3,588
▲ 9.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,109
Born Overseas 1,341

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Nepal 203
  • 2. India 175
  • 3. China 131
  • 4. England 112
  • 5. Philippines 78
  • 6. Italy 30
  • 7. Vietnam 30
  • 8. Iran 28
  • 9. New Zealand 27
  • 10. Malaysia 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,053
Australian 895
Chinese 248
Scottish 241
Irish 240
German 224
Indian 170
Italian 142
Filipino 96
Greek 78

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace

1,399
Both parents born in Australia
1,687
Both parents born overseas
360
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
41.7%
Christianity
32.9%
Hinduism
9.0%
Islam
6.1%
Buddhism
2.0%
Sikhism
1.7%

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📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
192 (5.4%)
5-14 years
322 (9.0%)
15-19 years
156 (4.3%)
20-24 years
334 (9.3%)
25-34 years
797 (22.2%)
35-44 years
547 (15.2%)
45-54 years
377 (10.5%)
55-64 years
338 (9.4%)
65-74 years
268 (7.5%)
75-84 years
195 (5.4%)
85+ years
68 (1.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ascot Park known for? +

Ascot Park is known as an affordable inner southern suburb of Adelaide offering good tram and bus connections to the CBD. The suburb has a family-friendly character with established housing and proximity to the amenities of nearby Morphett Vale and Marion Shopping Centre.

How far is Ascot Park from Adelaide CBD? +

Ascot Park is approximately 6-8 kilometres south of the Adelaide CBD, with a tram or bus journey of around 20-25 minutes to the city centre.

Does Ascot Park have public transport? +

Ascot Park is well-served by the Adelaide tram network and bus routes connecting to the CBD and other southern suburbs. The tram line along South Road provides direct access to the city centre.

What is the population of Ascot Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ascot Park has a population of approximately 3,588 residents within the City of Marion local government area.

Is Ascot Park a good place to live? +

Ascot Park offers affordable housing with excellent tram and bus access to Adelaide CBD. It suits young professionals, first-home buyers, and families who want convenient inner southern suburbs living at a reasonable price point.

What is the postcode for Ascot Park? +

The postcode for Ascot Park is 5043.

What is the average income in Ascot Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Ascot Park is about $783 per week (around $40,700 per year). The median household income is $1,381 per week and the median family income is $1,894 per week.

What is the median house price in Ascot Park? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $1,050,833. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Ascot Park? +

The median age in Ascot Park is 34. The largest age group is 25–34 (797 residents, around 22%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Ascot Park? +

In Ascot Park, the median weekly rent is $320, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,500 (2021 Census).