AshbourneVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3442 · Macedon Ranges
Residents of Ashbourne enjoy a rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community. A significant portion of the workforce, 35.1%, works from home, which is higher than the Victorian average of 25.7%. This suggests a flexible working environment and potential for a work-life balance. The community is predominantly English-speaking, with 89.3% of residents speaking only English at home.
The read
What living here is actually like
Ashbourne is a small rural community with a total population of 241 people. The median age in the suburb is 48, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a more mature population. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 50.2% male and 49.8% female residents. Families are a significant part of the community, with 49.2% of households being couples with children and 41.3% being couples without children. The average household size is 2.7 people.
Buyer fit
Who this suburb suits
One score per buyer type, out of 100, built from the demographic, housing and commute profile. Strongest first.
Buyer-fit score
Ashbourne · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Retirees | 80 |
| Families | 75 |
| Professionals | 70 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why retirees score highest
The signals doing the work
- Higher median age of 48 indicates a mature community
- Quiet rural setting suitable for retirement
- High percentage of homes owned outright (49.4%)
- Low unemployment rate of 4.9%
Against the state
How Ashbourne differs from Victoria
Every bar is this suburb. The vertical tick is the Victorian figure — the gap between them is the story.
Housing & movement
What’s built here, and how people leave in the morning
Dwelling mix
Share of occupied private dwellings
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| Dwelling type | Share |
|---|---|
| Separate houses | 100% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 35.1% |
| Drove a car | 42.1% |
| Walked only | 6.1% |
| Car passenger | 3.5% |
Costs 2021 Census
Census figures, collected in 2021. Rents and repayments have moved since — for what property is selling for now, see .
Top occupations
Share of the employed workforce
Key highlights
- High income levels - median household income is $2,474 weekly (vs VIC $1,759)
- Highly educated population - 40.9% hold bachelor degrees (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Owner-dominated housing - 92.3% of homes are owned outright or with a mortgage
- Low unemployment rate of 4.9%, slightly below the Victorian average of 5.0%
- Significant work-from-home culture - 35.1% work from home (vs VIC 25.7%)
Things to be aware of
- Higher median age may not appeal to younger demographics
- Limited rental market with only 7.8% of properties rented
- High median monthly mortgage of $2,800 could be a barrier for some buyers
- Limited public transport options may require reliance on cars
- Small population size may mean fewer local amenities and services
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Where the richer profile lands
Schools & catchments
Zoned primary and secondary, NAPLAN bands, distances.
Transport & access
Stations, tram routes, drive time to the CBD, walkability.
Development activity
Permits approved, projects underway, zoning changes.
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Informational only — not financial, legal or planning advice. Verify zoning, overlays and catchments with the relevant council before relying on them. Data vintage: 2021 Census.