Ashmont
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Ashmont, NSW 2650.
About Ashmont
Welcome to Ashmont
Ashmont sits on the western fringe of Wagga Wagga, one of a cluster of established residential suburbs a short drive from the Riverina city's CBD. It's a practical, unpretentious pocket of Wagga, bordered by Glenfield War, Tolland, Austin and Lloyd, and long favoured by families and first-home buyers looking for space without the price tag of the inner suburbs.
With a population of 3,747 and a median age of 36, Ashmont has the feel of a settled, working suburb rather than a lifestyle destination — but that's exactly its appeal. It suits buyers and tenants after affordable housing, easy access to schools and services, and a straightforward commute into central Wagga.
Lifestyle & dining
Ashmont doesn't try to be a café strip suburb, and locals tend to like it that way. Day-to-day life revolves around the suburb itself and nearby Glenfield Park and Lloyd, with the wider choice of Wagga Wagga's CBD dining, pubs and cafés only a few minutes away by car. It's the kind of place where residents value convenience and community over polish, with local shops covering the basics and the rest of Wagga's hospitality scene close enough to visit regularly rather than daily.
Shopping
For bigger shopping trips, Ashmont residents typically head into central Wagga Wagga or across to the retail precincts around Lloyd and Glenfield Park, which between them cover supermarkets, homewares and everyday retail. The suburb's own commercial offering is modest and neighbourhood-focused, which keeps traffic light and parking easy — a trade-off many residents are happy to make given how close the fuller shopping centres of Wagga are.
Getting around
Ashmont's location on the western side of Wagga Wagga means most residents rely on cars to get around, with straightforward road connections into the CBD and out toward Tolland, Austin and the Sturt Highway corridor. Wagga Wagga's train station and coach services, along with Wagga Wagga Airport, are all a short drive away, making Ashmont a workable base for those who need to travel for work while still living in an affordable, low-density part of the city.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Holy Trinity West Wagga among the schools serving the area, alongside other public and Catholic schools scattered through neighbouring Glenfield Park, Tolland and Lloyd. The suburb's median age of 36 and its mix of established homes point to a solid base of families and long-term residents, and the relatively affordable housing stock makes it an accessible entry point for younger households wanting room for kids to grow into.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Ashmont is dominated by standalone houses, which make up 78% of current listings, with apartments and units accounting for 15% and vacant land the remaining 8%. Expect mostly older, low-set brick and weatherboard homes on generous suburban blocks, typical of Wagga Wagga's western suburbs, with some newer builds and renovations mixed through as the area has gradually turned over.
The property market
Ashmont remains one of Wagga Wagga's more affordable suburbs, with a median house price of $500,000 and units typically selling around $346,000. Median rent sits at $450 a week, reflecting steady rather than red-hot rental demand. What stands out is the recent growth in house values, up 19.0%, a sizeable jump that suggests buyers have increasingly recognised the suburb's value relative to pricier parts of Wagga. With houses making up the bulk of listings, Ashmont continues to appeal most to buyers chasing a house on a full block at a price well below the city's premium suburbs.
Market snapshot
Ashmont property market
Median sale price
$500k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$450
per week
Gross rental yield
4.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$352k
Median
$500k
Premium
$654k
Days on market
29
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
52
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +20.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Ashmont by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Ashmont, NSW 2650.
Population
3,747
residents (2021)
Median age
36
years
Household income
$994
median, per week
Median rent
$220
per week
Median mortgage
$1,103
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Ashmont
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Ashmont
$399k
1/36 Ashmont Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$70k
62 Mumford Street
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
11 Swan Street
Sold ~July 2026
$659k
14 Truscott Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$580k
18 Bardia Street
Sold ~July 2026
$610k
214 Fernleigh Road
Sold ~July 2026
$610k
14 Eaton Street
Sold ~July 2026
$650k
6 Birdwood Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Ashmont suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Ashmont?
The median house price in Ashmont, NSW is $500k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 19.0%.
How much is rent in Ashmont?
The median weekly rent in Ashmont is around $450 per week.
Is Ashmont a good place to live?
Ashmont, known originally as "J.J. Ashmont is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 3,747 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Ashmont?
Ashmont has a population of 3,747 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.
What schools are in Ashmont?
There is 1 school in or near Ashmont, including Holy Trinity West Wagga.
How long do homes take to sell in Ashmont?
Properties in Ashmont take around 29 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Ashmont?
Entry-level properties in Ashmont start around $352k, while premium homes reach $654k.
What suburbs are near Ashmont?
Suburbs near Ashmont include Glenfield Park, Tolland, Austin, Lloyd and Wagga.
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