Ashford

SA 5035 • Greater Adelaide

1,157
Population (2021)
$45,396
Median Income
0.33 km²
Area
32m
Elevation

About Ashford

Ashford is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in South Australia, located within the West Torrens (City) area. With a population of 1,157 and a median income of $45,396, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 0.33 km² at an elevation of 32m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Adelaide.

As part of Greater Adelaide, the suburb offers excellent value and a relaxed South Australian lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to local amenities, wine regions, and beautiful beaches within easy reach. Ashford combines affordability with quality of life.

Ashford falls under postcode 5035 and is governed by West Torrens Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Badcoe electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5035
Urban Area
West Torrens
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.95°, 138.58°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
0.33 km²
Elevation
32m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,712
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
959
Census 2021
1,157
20.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$35,256
Income 2021
$45,396
28.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 638
Born Overseas 488

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 153
  • 2. China 56
  • 3. Nepal 43
  • 4. England 31
  • 5. Bangladesh 19
  • 6. Malaysia 18
  • 7. New Zealand 16
  • 8. Philippines 14
  • 9. Greece 12
  • 10. Vietnam 10
  • 11. Thailand 9
  • 12. Germany 8
  • 13. Cambodia 7
  • 14. Indonesia 7
  • 15. Canada 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 311
Australian 266
Indian 132
Chinese 120
Irish 65
German 62
Greek 51
Scottish 50
Italian 48
Polish 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

412
Both parents born in Australia
601
Both parents born overseas
111
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
36.6%
Christianity
35.7%
Hinduism
12.7%
Sikhism
3.6%
Islam
3.5%
Buddhism
3.2%
Judaism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
62 (5.4%)
5-14 years
138 (11.9%)
15-19 years
35 (3.0%)
20-24 years
97 (8.4%)
25-34 years
237 (20.5%)
35-44 years
200 (17.3%)
45-54 years
91 (7.9%)
55-64 years
73 (6.3%)
65-74 years
77 (6.7%)
75-84 years
79 (6.8%)
85+ years
58 (5.0%)

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