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Ashley

NSW 2400 • New South Wales

351
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
332.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCotton CountryOutback NSW
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About Ashley

Ashley is a small rural locality situated on the Carnarvon Highway, 17 kilometres north of Moree in the Moree Plains Shire of north-western New South Wales. With a population of approximately 351 residents, the locality sits at 195 metres elevation on the fertile black-soil plains that define this agricultural region. The area was established in the late 19th century and takes its name from the English home of a former Member of Parliament for Moree.

Ashley is a significant cotton-producing district, with two large modern cotton gins operating in the area servicing the irrigated black-soil farms that surround the locality. The agricultural mix includes wheat, sheep, wool, and beef cattle alongside the dominant cotton industry. Community life centres on the Ashley Community Hall, Midkin Park, and the Rural Fire Service brigade. Residents travel to Moree for shopping, healthcare, and secondary schooling.

Ashley falls under postcode 2400 and is governed by the Moree Plains Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2400
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Moree Plains
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.47°, 149.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
332.77 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$265K
6 sales · ▼ 20.9% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2400

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2400, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,123
Median 2023–24
$60,259
▲ 27.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$75,861

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2400; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Moree Station
17 km
N/A – drive only

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach connections — Moree / Narrabri ~20 min to Moree

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
692 km
By Train
Via Moree: NSW TrainLink ~10–11 hr
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
~7 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~7 hr 30 min

🛣️ Moree is the nearest regional centre (17 km south) with full services and rail connection.

Walkability Car-Dependent

No walkable retail or transit. A car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
351
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,849.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
593 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
1,240.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
31.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
639.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.9%
View all 62 offence types for Moree Plains →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ashley known for? +

Ashley is a significant cotton-producing district, with two large modern cotton gins operating in the area servicing the irrigated black-soil farms that surround the locality.

How far is Ashley from Sydney CBD? +

Ashley is approximately 692 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~7 hr 30 min in peak hour and ~7 hr 30 min off-peak.

Does Ashley have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Moree Station (17 km away, approximately N/A – drive only walk) on the NSW TrainLink North West Explorer. Bus services include NSW TrainLink coach connections, running to Moree / Narrabri in approximately ~20 min to Moree.

What is the population of Ashley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Ashley has a population of 351 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Ashley a good place to live? +

Ashley is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The agricultural mix includes wheat, sheep, wool, and beef cattle alongside the dominant cotton industry.

What is the postcode for Ashley? +

The postcode for Ashley is 2400. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Ashley? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $265,000, down 20.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Ashley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Ashley is part of the Moree Plains 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.