Maroubra - North
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Maroubra - North's population, as per AreaSearch's analysis, is approximately 10,366 as of November 2025. This figure represents a rise of 576 individuals, marking a 5.9% increase since the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 9,790. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,307 in June 2024 and an additional 62 validated new addresses post-Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 5,727 persons per square kilometer, placing Maroubra - North among the top 10% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch, indicating high demand for land in the area. Over the past decade, Maroubra - North has shown steady growth with an average annual growth rate of 0.1%, outperforming its SA3 region. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population growth during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, 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. Based on projected demographic shifts, Maroubra - North is expected to experience population growth just below the national median statistical area average, with an increase of 783 persons to 2041, marking a total increase of 7.0% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Maroubra - North, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Maroubra - North has averaged approximately 22 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 112 homes. In the current financial year FY-26, 13 approvals have been recorded to date. On average, each new dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25 accommodates about one new resident per year. This indicates that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand, providing ample buyer choice and allowing for population growth beyond current forecasts.

The average construction value of these dwellings is around $668,000, suggesting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. Commercial approvals this financial year total $14.1 million, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Sydney, Maroubra - North has 16.0% less building activity per person. Nationally, it ranks at the 28th percentile among assessed areas, suggesting somewhat limited buyer options while strengthening demand for established dwellings. This is reflective of the area's maturity and may indicate possible planning constraints.

The new building activity comprises 44.0% detached dwellings and 56.0% attached dwellings, favouring higher-density living which creates more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. With approximately 659 people per dwelling approval, Maroubra - North demonstrates a highly mature market. By 2041, the area is projected to grow by 724 residents. Construction activity is currently maintaining pace with this projected growth, although increasing competition among buyers can be expected as population increases.

Maroubra - North has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 13 projects that could affect this region. Notable projects include Maroubra Junction Streetscape Upgrade - Stage 1, South Coogee to Lurline Bay Coastal Walk Connection, Sydney Metro Eastern Suburbs Extension, and Google Pacific Connect - Tabua and Honomoana Cable Landing Infrastructure. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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The labour market in Maroubra - North shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Maroubra - North has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate was 2.7% as of June 2025, lower than Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.4%. As of June 2025, 5,992 residents were in work, with an unemployment rate of 1.5% below Greater Sydney's rate and workforce participation similar to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. Employment is concentrated in professional & technical (1.2 times the regional level), health care & social assistance, and education & training sectors. Manufacturing employment is under-represented at 2.9%, compared to Greater Sydney's 5.7%.

Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.4% and labour force increased by 2.4%, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 3.1%. In Greater Sydney during this period, employment grew by 2.6%, labour force expanded by 2.9%, and unemployment rose to 3.4%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Maroubra - North's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 7.2% over five years and 14.5% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2022 shows Maroubra - North's median income was $66,103 and average income was $108,018. This is higher than Greater Sydney's median of $56,994 and average of $80,856. By September 2025, adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 12.61%, estimated incomes would be approximately $74,439 (median) and $121,639 (average). Census 2021 data ranks Maroubra - North's household, family, and personal incomes between the 87th and 88th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows 30.4% earning $4000+ weekly, compared to regional levels where 30.9% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. The locality has 41.3% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium offerings. High housing costs consume 16.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 87th percentile, and the area's SEIFA income ranking is in the 9th decile.

Maroubra - North displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Maroubra - North's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 42.1% houses and 58.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 26.9% houses and 73.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Maroubra - North stood at 39.3%, with the rest either mortgaged (27.4%) or rented (33.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $3,033, aligning with Sydney metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $600, compared to Sydney metro's $550. Nationally, Maroubra - North's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Maroubra - North features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 70.4% of all households, including 33.8% couples with children, 26.3% couples without children, and 9.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 29.6%, with lone person households at 25.0% and group households making up 4.5%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.4.

Educational achievement in Maroubra - North places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

Maroubra-North's educational attainment significantly exceeds national and state averages. Among residents aged 15 and above, 47.9% hold university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 31.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (13.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational pathways account for 23.2% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 12.5%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.3% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 7.2% pursuing tertiary education. The area's three schools have a combined enrollment of 1,674 students. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 16.2 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 11.1, indicating that Maroubra-North serves as an educational center for the broader region. The ICSEA score for the area is 1137, reflecting significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement.

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

Maroubra-North has 38 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totaling 41 individual routes. The combined weekly passenger trips across these routes amount to 5,556.

Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 120 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 793 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 146 weekly trips per individual stop.

Maroubra - North's residents are extremely healthy with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Maroubra - North, with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 75% of the total population (7,743 people), compared to 70.6% across Greater Sydney and the national average of 55.3%. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 6.3 and 5.1% of residents respectively, while 75.7% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 76.0% across Greater Sydney.

The area has 19.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,995 people), which is higher than the 15.1% in Greater Sydney. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

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

Maroubra-North has significant cultural diversity, with 34.1% speaking a language other than English at home and 40.3% born overseas by June 2021 census data. Christianity is the predominant religion, comprising 55.4%. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented at 7.0%, compared to Greater Sydney's 4.4%.

The top three ancestry groups are English (18.5%), Australian (15.1%), and Other (13.5%). Some ethnic groups show notable divergences: French at 2.2% vs regional 1.5%, Greek at 7.2% vs 4.0%, and Russian at 1.3% vs 1.1%.

Maroubra - North's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Maroubra - North is 40, which is higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and Australia's figure of 38. Compared to the Greater Sydney average, the 75-84 age cohort is notably over-represented at 7.0% locally, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 13.3%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 10.8% to 13.6%, while the 85+ cohort has declined from 4.6% to 3.7%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Maroubra - North's age profile will evolve significantly. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to expand by 249 people (35%), from 722 to 972. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 66% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 25-34 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.