11 min drive to Edgewater + 5 min transfer + 34 min train
0 min
Cycle to Perth CBD
0 min
Walk to Perth CBD
Demographics & Census
39 yrs
Median Age
Perth Metro avg: 39 yrs
$1416/wk
Household Income
Perth Metro avg: $1720/wk
4.6%
Unemployment
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
73%
Home Ownership
Perth Metro avg: 0%
6.3%
WFH Rate
Perth Metro avg: 0.0%
2.4
Household Size
Perth Metro avg: 2.6
Employment
Ashby
Full-time 28.6%Part-time 16.5%Unemployed 2.3%Not in labour 52.6%
Dwelling Types
Ashby
House 93.1%Semi-detached 3.7%Flat/Unit 3.1%
Commute Mode
Ashby
Car 86.7%Transit 4.4%Walk 1.1%WFH 7.8%
Country of Birth
Australia
54.4%
England
17.0%
New Zealand
3.6%
India
3.1%
South Africa
3.1%
Language at Home
English only
84.7%
Mandarin
0.5%
Arabic
0.3%
Vietnamese
0.3%
Spanish
0.3%
Frequently Asked Questions about Ashby
Is Ashby safe?
Ashby has a safety score of 83/100, which is well above average for Perth suburbs. A higher score means lower reported crime per resident. Violent crime rates are higher than property crime, which is unusual for Perth. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Sinagra (74/100), Tapping (93/100), Wanneroo (41/100). (Data as of July 2026)
How much does it cost to rent in Ashby?
Median weekly rent in Ashby is $750/wk, which is around the Perth median. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Sinagra ($780/wk), Tapping ($800/wk), Wanneroo ($698/wk). (Data as of July 2026)
How far is Ashby from Perth CBD?
Ashby is 31 minutes by car, or 69 minutes by public transport, or 50 minutes by park-and-ride from Perth CBD. The suburb is car-dependent — most errands require driving. (Data as of July 2026)
Is Ashby affordable to buy in?
The median house price in Ashby is $918K, up 24.7% over the past year. Units are more accessible at a median of $645K. For renters, median weekly rent is $750/wk. Nearby suburbs for comparison: Sinagra ($905K), Tapping ($980K), Wanneroo ($865K). (Data as of July 2026)
Burb Score · burbscore.com/suburb/ashby
Ashby is a quiet, affordable residential suburb in Perth's northern growth corridor, sitting within the City of Wanneroo alongside Tapping and Sinagra. It appeals to families and budget-conscious buyers seeking space over proximity. Local life revolves around a handful of amenities: Ashby Coffee House, FarmerJacks, and a pub with a regular quiz night, in a suburb still finding its communal footing. The typical house sells for around $918k and rent of $750/week, placing it 10% below the Perth metro median.
Getting to the CBD takes a 31-minute drive or 69 minutes by transit, and most residents drive (70%). At 83/100, safety here is notably above the metro average of 52 by 31 points, with low rates of both property crime and violent offences.
The median age is 39, with households earning $1,416/week.