Ascot (Greater Bendigo) vs Jackass Flat
The verdict
Jackass Flat is more affordable, with a median house price of $518K versus $590K in Ascot (Greater Bendigo). Ascot (Greater Bendigo) rates higher for transport (55 vs 44). Jackass Flat rates higher for liveability (57 vs 40). On the separate residential safety score, Jackass Flat rates higher (84 vs 62/100 in Ascot (Greater Bendigo)).
Scores
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | Jackass Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 48 | 49 |
| Transport | 55 | 44 |
| Education | 50 | 47 |
| Liveability | 40 | 57 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | Jackass Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,571 | 1,907 |
| Median age | 35 | 28 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,913 | $1,805 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 32.2% | 27.8% |
| Born in Australia | 87.0% | 83.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.9 |
Growth: Ascot (Greater Bendigo) High Growth · Jackass Flat High Growth
Property
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | Jackass Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $590K | $518K |
| Median unit price | Data not available | Data not available |
| House price YoY | -4.0% | 8.7% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Rental yield (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | Data not available | Data not available |
Median price history
Safety
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | Jackass Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 62 | 84 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 389 | 157 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 311 | 315 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 467 | 367 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 2,528 | 2,412 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | Jackass Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 0 | 0 |
| Government | 0 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: Ascot (Greater Bendigo) · Jackass Flat
Transport
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | Jackass Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 55 | 44 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 3 | 8 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 1.3 km | 3.1 km |
Liveability
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | Jackass Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 28.5°C | 28.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 12.3°C | 12.3°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 560 | 560 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 6 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 2 | 2 |
| Swimming pools | 6 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 134.8 km | 135.6 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 134.8 km | 135.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 73.3 km | 76.7 km |
Population & growth
| Ascot (Greater Bendigo) | Jackass Flat | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 2,571 | 1,907 |
| Estimated 2025 | 2,863 | 1,994 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,396 | 2,519 |
| Annual growth rate | 2.73% | 1.12% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Ascot (Greater Bendigo) or Jackass Flat?
Jackass Flat has the higher residential safety score (Ascot (Greater Bendigo) 62/100 vs Jackass Flat 84/100).
Which is more affordable, Ascot (Greater Bendigo) or Jackass Flat?
Jackass Flat is more affordable, with a median house price of $518K versus $590K.
Which has better public transport, Ascot (Greater Bendigo) or Jackass Flat?
Ascot (Greater Bendigo) has the higher transport score (Ascot (Greater Bendigo) 55/100 vs Jackass Flat 44/100).
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