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Ashcroft

NSW 2168 • Greater Sydney

3,634
Population (2021)
$56,628
Median Household Income
1.15 km²
Area
$295/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableWestern SydneyMulticultural

About Ashcroft

Ashcroft is a western Sydney suburb located 35 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD within the City of Liverpool local government area. Established in 1972 as part of the Housing Commission's Green Valley development, the suburb was named after the pioneering Ashcroft family who were active in the Homebush Bay meatworks industry. With a population of approximately 3,634 residents, Ashcroft is a predominantly residential suburb characterised by affordable housing and a diverse multicultural community.

Ashcroft offers residents convenient access to Liverpool's retail and commercial precinct, including Westfield Liverpool, which is just a short drive away. The suburb is well served by local parks and green spaces, and nearby Liverpool CBD provides healthcare, entertainment, and secondary schooling. Public transport connections to Liverpool make the suburb attractive to families and young households seeking affordable owner-occupier or rental housing in Sydney's south-west growth corridor.

Ashcroft falls under postcode 2168 and is governed by Liverpool Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Liverpool electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2168
Urban Area
Liverpool - East
LGA / Council
Liverpool
Federal Electorate
Werriwa
State Electorate
Liverpool
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.92°, 150.90°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.15 km²
Elevation
17m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Ashcroft for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.02M
44 sales · ▲ 15.8% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$295
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
28.9%

276 state housing + 28 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cartwright Station
1.2 km
~15 min
Liverpool Station
2.5 km
~30 min

Bus Services

  • 803, 804, 806 — Liverpool CBD / Heckenberg / Lurnea ~10–20 min to Liverpool

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
~55 min via Cartwright to Central
By Bus
~1 hr 20 min via Liverpool interchange
By Car (Peak)
~55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~35 min

🛣️ Cartwright is the closest station. Liverpool provides additional rail and bus interchange options.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local parks and bus stops within walking distance. Liverpool's amenities are easily accessible by bus or a short drive.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Liverpool Local Government Area, which contains Ashcroft. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
178.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.4%
Motor vehicle theft
199.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
352.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
347.2 / 100k
2yr Down 9.6% 10yr Down 4.3%
View all 62 offence types for Liverpool →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,585
Census 2021
3,634
▲ 1.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$21,060
Personal Income 2021
$23,816
▲ 13.1% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

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

Personal
$23,816 / yr
$458/wk
Household
$56,628 / yr
$1089/wk
Family
$68,432 / yr
$1316/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,853
Born Overseas 1,403

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Vietnam 300
  • 2. Lebanon 178
  • 3. Iraq 174
  • 4. Samoa 89
  • 5. New Zealand 83
  • 6. Fiji 73
  • 7. Cambodia 42
  • 8. Philippines 32
  • 9. India 28
  • 10. China 17

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 691
English 546
Lebanese 401
Vietnamese 375
Samoan 157
Chinese 133
Australian Aboriginal 131
Indian 85
Irish 83
Scottish 81

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

670
Both parents born in Australia
2,156
Both parents born overseas
389
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
35.7%
Islam
23.9%
No Religion
15.5%
Buddhism
7.8%
Hinduism
1.7%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
277 (7.6%)
5-14 years
628 (17.3%)
15-19 years
278 (7.6%)
20-24 years
254 (7.0%)
25-34 years
467 (12.9%)
35-44 years
477 (13.1%)
45-54 years
412 (11.3%)
55-64 years
420 (11.6%)
65-74 years
238 (6.5%)
75-84 years
132 (3.6%)
85+ years
53 (1.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ashcroft known for? +

Ashcroft offers residents convenient access to Liverpool's retail and commercial precinct, including Westfield Liverpool, which is just a short drive away.

How far is Ashcroft from Sydney CBD? +

Ashcroft is approximately 35 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~55 min in peak hour and ~35 min off-peak.

Does Ashcroft have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Cartwright Station (1.2 km away, approximately ~15 min walk) on the T2 Inner West & South Line. Bus services include 803, 804, 806, running to Liverpool CBD / Heckenberg / Lurnea in approximately ~10–20 min to Liverpool.

What is the population of Ashcroft? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ashcroft has a population of 3,634 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Ashcroft a good place to live? +

Ashcroft is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is well served by local parks and green spaces, and nearby Liverpool CBD provides healthcare, entertainment, and secondary schooling.

What is the postcode for Ashcroft? +

The postcode for Ashcroft is 2168. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Ashcroft? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Ashcroft is about $458 per week (around $23,800 per year). The median household income is $1,089 per week and the median family income is $1,316 per week.

What is the median house price in Ashcroft? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,019,000, up 15.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Ashcroft? +

The median age in Ashcroft is 32. The largest age group is 5–14 (628 residents, around 17%). Around 33% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Ashcroft a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ashcroft is part of the Liverpool LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Ashcroft? +

In Ashcroft, the median weekly rent is $295, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).