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Ashford, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Ashford is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 642. Elevation: 1,421 ft (433 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
642 Population 0/sq mi density
1,421 ft Elevation 433 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
30.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$15,582 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$15,582 median income, 10.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $521/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population642
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$15,582
Per Capita$15,582
Unemployment10.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$521
Ownership78.1%
Housing Units257

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain30.4 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Population642
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Coordinates-29.3219°, 151.0931°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation30.4 inches (773 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$15,582
Median Age54.0 years

About Ashford

Ashford is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 642. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet (433 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Ashford has a population of 642 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,896.7 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

642
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above Australia avg
4,896.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ashford vs Australia Average

The median household income in Ashford is $15,582, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,582 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $300, 79% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Ashford vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$15,582
79% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$15,582
Avg Weekly Wage$300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ashford is $104,200, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $521 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 78.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 257 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$521
55% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.1%
Owner-Occupied78.1%
Renter-Occupied21.9%
Housing Units257

Property Tax

Climate in Ashford

Ashford has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.6°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 705 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.6°C / 76°F 17.5° / 31.7° 87.4
Feb 23.8°C / 75°F 17° / 30.6° 91.4
Mar 21.7°C / 71°F 14.3° / 29.1° 46.5
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 10° / 25.7° 28.9
May 14°C / 57°F 6.1° / 21.8° 32.0
Jun 10.6°C / 51°F 3° / 18.3° 37.4
Jul 9.6°C / 49°F 1.6° / 17.7° 40.2
Aug 11°C / 52°F 2.3° / 19.6° 32.4
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 5.9° / 22.6° 42.8
Oct 18.1°C / 65°F 10.5° / 25.7° 60.4
Nov 20.7°C / 69°F 13.6° / 27.8° 104.3
Dec 22.8°C / 73°F 15.8° / 29.8° 100.9
Ashford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Area4,896.7 sq mi (12,682.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-29.3219°N, 151.0931°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.4"
20% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jun) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 23, 2001.

Feb 23, 2001 59 km S of Goondiwindi, Australia M2.6 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
March 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
June 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in Driest
July 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.7 in
November 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in

Ashford has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 49°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Ashford

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ashford Central School
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Radio Stations near Ashford

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Ashford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashford Library0.0

Hotels in Ashford

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Ashford

Restaurants in Ashford

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Ashford - Bistro

Clinics in Ashford

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ashford Community Health Centre

Gas Stations in Ashford

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampol Ashford

Golf Courses in Ashford

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ashford Golf Course

Airports Near Ashford

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glen Innes AirportGLIMedium Airport
Inverell AirportIVRMedium Airport
Ashford AirportSmall Airport
Bingara AirportSmall Airport
Boggabilla AirstripSmall Airport
Coolatai AirportSmall Airport
Cooranga AirportSmall Airport
Croppa Creek airstripSmall Airport
Inverell North AirportSmall Airport
Koarlo AirportSmall Airport
Texas AirstripSmall Airport
Warialda AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ashford

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ashford LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ashford

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
Presbyterian Church
St Patrick Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ashford

What is the population of Ashford?

Ashford has a population of 642 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,896.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ashford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,582, 79% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,200 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $521 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ashford?

Ashford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.4 inches.

How is the job market in Ashford?

The job market in Ashford faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $300. There are 61 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ashford?

The median home value in Ashford is $104,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $521. The homeownership rate is 78.1%.

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