So why the gulf? And what makes Australia so vastly superior?
England’s last Women’s Ashes success came 11 years ago. The last time they beat Australia in an ICC knockout match was in 2009.
Eleven tournaments have passed since then, with England’s solitary success a memorable title in 2017. Australia, meanwhile, have amassed eight World Cups (T20 and ODI), plus this run of Ashes triumphs.
BBC Sport digs into the reasons behind Australia’s dominance.