Macquarie Fields

Macquarie Fields is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Macquarie Fields' population is approximately 14,555 as of February 2026. This represents an increase of 357 people (2.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,198. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 14,477 in June 2024 and an additional 74 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,613 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 59.2% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is using ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections are used, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population trends suggest lower quartile growth, with the area expected to grow by 632 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 3.8% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Macquarie Fields according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Macquarie Fields has received approximately 42 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 211 homes. As of FY-26, 24 approvals have been recorded. The average population increase per year for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25 was 0.1 people, indicating that supply is meeting or exceeding demand, offering more buyer choices while supporting potential population growth. New properties are constructed at an average cost of $235,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms.

In FY-26, $69,000 in commercial development approvals have been recorded, demonstrating the area's residential nature. Compared to Greater Sydney, Macquarie Fields has significantly less development activity, with 55.0% below the regional average per person, which typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. This is also lower than national averages, suggesting market maturity and potential development constraints. New development consists of 71.0% detached houses and 29.0% townhouses or apartments, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. With around 397 people per dwelling approval, Macquarie Fields shows a developed market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is expected to grow by 554 residents through to 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Macquarie Fields has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

AreaSearch has identified 16 infrastructure projects that could impact a particular area. Notable ones include the upgrade of Macquarie Fields Station, development of the Macquarie Fields Precinct, replacement of the floor in the Macquarie Fields Indoor Sports Centre, and traffic light upgrades on Atchison, Saywell, and Parliament Roads. The following list details those projects likely to have the most relevance.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Macquarie Fields faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Macquarie Fields has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 9.5% as of September 2021. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 5.3%.

As of September 2025, 6,238 residents were employed while the unemployment rate stood at 5.3%, above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation in Macquarie Fields lagged at 60.8% compared to Greater Sydney's 70.0%. A significant 26.9% of residents worked from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Employment was concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing, with a notable specialization in manufacturing at 1.8 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services showed lower representation at 6.3%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 5.3% while labour force grew by 5.2%, reducing the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Sydney experienced employment growth of 2.1% with a labour force growth of 2.4%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project an expansion of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Macquarie Fields' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Macquarie Fields SA2 had a median income of $50,995 and an average of $55,852. This is below the national average. Greater Sydney's median was $60,817 and average was $83,003. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Macquarie Fields are approximately $55,513 (median) and $60,800 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household income ranks at the 26th percentile with a weekly income of $1,378, while personal income is at the 10th percentile. Distribution data indicates that 33.3% of individuals in Macquarie Fields earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, mirroring regional levels where 30.9% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe with only 78.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 20th percentile.

Macquarie Fields is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Macquarie Fields' dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, comprised 70.6% houses and 29.3% other dwellings. This compares to Sydney metro's 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Macquarie Fields was at 22.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.4% and rented ones at 43.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,800, below Sydney metro's average of $2,427. The median weekly rent in Macquarie Fields was $340, compared to Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Macquarie Fields' mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Macquarie Fields has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households compose 75.9 percent of all households, including 38.3 percent couples with children, 16.6 percent couples without children, and 19.6 percent single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.1 percent, with lone person households at 21.8 percent and group households comprising 2.2 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational outcomes in Macquarie Fields fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 25.7%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 30.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificates (20.8%). Educational participation is high at 34.2%, with 12.6% in primary education, 10.0% in secondary education, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 34.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.6% in primary education, 10.0% in secondary education, and 5.1% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Macquarie Fields has 120 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are used by a mix of bus routes, totalling 33 individual routes that provide 839 weekly passenger trips combined. The accessibility of transport in the area is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 139 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward for work or other purposes. Cars remain the primary mode of transportation, used by 75% of residents, while trains are used by 18%. On average, there is 1.1 vehicle per dwelling in Macquarie Fields.

According to the 2021 Census, a high proportion of residents, 26.9%, work from home, which may be partly due to COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 119 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately six weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies the analysis, showing the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Health outcomes in Macquarie Fields are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Macquarie Fields shows below-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The level of common health conditions is somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts. Private health cover stands at approximately 48% of the total population (~6,913 people), compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

Arthritis and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 8.0 and 7.7% of residents respectively. However, 69.9% claim to be completely clear of medical ailments, compared to Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 15.9% of residents aged 65 and over (2,318 people), with health outcomes among seniors presenting some challenges but ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

Macquarie Fields is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Macquarie Fields has a high level of cultural diversity, with 43.3% of its population born overseas and 47.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Macquarie Fields, accounting for 43.9% of the population. Islam is significantly overrepresented compared to the Greater Sydney average, comprising 17.9% of Macquarie Fields' population.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Other (26.9%), Australian (18.0%), and English (15.8%). Notably, Samoan, Indian, and Filipino ethnicities are also overrepresented in Macquarie Fields compared to regional averages: Samoan at 3.3% vs 0.5%, Indian at 6.7% vs 3.6%, and Filipino at 3.0% vs 2.0%.

Macquarie Fields's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Macquarie Fields's median age is 36 years, nearly matching Greater Sydney's average of 37 years, which is slightly below the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Sydney, Macquarie Fields has a higher proportion of residents aged 5-14 (15.4%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.4%). Between the 2021 Census and the latest data, the population aged 15-24 grew from 12.8% to 14.4%, while the 75-84 age group increased from 4.3% to 5.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort declined from 12.8% to 11.4%, and the 35-44 cohort dropped from 14.7% to 13.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Macquarie Fields's age profile. The 45-54 cohort is expected to grow by 25%, adding 447 residents to reach a total of 2,214. Residents aged 65 and above will drive 62% of population growth, indicating demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, the 35-44 and 0-4 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.