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Maroubra - South has an estimated 11,726 residents, up 5.8% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Maroubra - South.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 9.9 kilometres south-southeast from Sydney CBD, the Maroubra - South Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an attractive seaside enclave defined by pristine sandy shores, stunning coastal views, and an active surf culture. Positioned alongside welcoming community parks, local retail, and schooling options, the suburb provides a relaxed, family-friendly setting bolstered by sporting clubs and a vibrant local spirit. AreaSearch estimates the population of the Maroubra - South Statistical Area (Lv2) to be approximately 11,726 as of Aug 2026, representing an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) gain of 642 people (5.8%) since the 11,084 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This moderate expansion trajectory is established from the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 11,637 along with 267 validated new addresses registered after the Census date.
Demographically, the community maintains a standard age distribution with a median age of 40, characterised by a substantial proportion of group households and lone person households alongside a prominent overseas-born demographic.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 9.9 kilometres south-southeast from Sydney CBD, the Maroubra - South Statistical Area (Lv2) represents an attractive seaside enclave defined by pristine sandy shores, stunning coastal views, and an active surf culture. Positioned alongside welcoming community parks, local retail, and schooling options, the suburb provides a relaxed, family-friendly setting bolstered by sporting clubs and a vibrant local spirit. AreaSearch estimates the population of the Maroubra - South Statistical Area (Lv2) to be approximately 11,726 as of Aug 2026, representing an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) gain of 642 people (5.8%) since the 11,084 residents recorded at the 2021 Census. This moderate expansion trajectory is established from the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 11,637 along with 267 validated new addresses registered after the Census date.
Demographically, the community maintains a standard age distribution with a median age of 40, characterised by a substantial proportion of group households and lone person households alongside a prominent overseas-born demographic.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 10,624 in 2001 and 11,637 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 11,726 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 25.5%.
Maroubra - South ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for transport & access and the 87th for amenities.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Maroubra - South is $808 a week, up 4.8% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 2% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.7%.
2% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $819 in 2017, $1,248 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $544 in 2017, $758 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Mons Avenue, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $6,300,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 7/295 Maroubra Road, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $1,125,000 | 6 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 49/1 Wride Street, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $2,100,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 24 French Street, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $6,800,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 543 Malabar Road, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $2,910,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 512 Malabar Road, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $3,320,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3/177 Fitzgerald Avenue, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $1,600,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 9/2 Fenton Avenue, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $1,550,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 6/59 Chester Avenue, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $730,000 | 14 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 10 Curtin Crescent, Maroubra NSW 2035 | $2,665,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 15 May 2026 (the latest settled 8 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,545,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $808 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.91m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.30m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,545,000 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 15 May 2026 to 8 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,248 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +10.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $758 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | 0.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Eastern Suburbs - South | $907 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Eastern Suburbs - South, over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sydney - Eastern Suburbs | $974 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sydney - Eastern Suburbs, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 173 tracked applications: 108 approved, 28 under assessment, 37 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 6 projects in Maroubra - South (2 under construction) and 90 more in the surrounding area.
Major subsea cable landing infrastructure for Google's Pacific Connect Initiative, supporting the Tabua and Honomoana transpacific cables connecting Australia to the United States, Fiji, and French Polynesia.
Homes NSW and Bridge Housing affordable housing redevelopment replacing 33 existing dwellings with 144 new units in 6 apartment buildings (four 3-storey and two 3-4-storey). The development will feature 94 affordable homes and 50 social housing homes, a communal room, basement car parking, and landscaped open space.
Proposed extension of the CBD and South East Light Rail from Kingsford to Maroubra Junction. The project remains a long-term investigation identified in Transport for NSW's Greater Sydney Services and Infrastructure Plan to improve public transport, support urban renewal, and provide an interchange with a future mass transit corridor.
The project involves the construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of Maroubra Road and Flower Street to improve traffic flow and safety for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. This upgrade is one of four key road safety projects in Randwick City funded through a grant from Transport for NSW.
Mixed-use development comprising 65 apartments over 6-7 levels with 9 commercial tenancies on the ground floor and 3 levels of basement car parking for 136 spaces. The project was approved in December 2018 but remains in pre-construction phase.
Reconstruction of the Heffron Park Central amenities block adjacent to the netball courts in Maroubra, funded by the NSW Government under the Level Playing Field Program in association with Randwick City Council.
The Woomera Reserve Upgrade in Little Bay involves enhancements to outdoor recreational facilities, including upgraded sports fields, new playground equipment, picnic areas, and improved walking paths to enhance community access and engagement.
The Malabar Wastewater System Augmentation is a comprehensive upgrade to one of Sydney's oldest and largest wastewater networks, serving over a third of the city. It includes network upgrades exceeding $100 million and treatment upgrades exceeding $300 million to enhance capacity, efficiency, and environmental performance.
Randwick City Council purchased a private property at Cuzco Street, South Coogee for $4.9 million in November 2024 to demolish it and construct a new public walkway linking South Coogee and Lurline Bay. The connection closes a long-standing gap in the Eastern Beaches Coastal Walkway that currently forces walkers to detour inland to Malabar Road.
Construction of an accessible amenities building for users of Malabar Ocean Pool and the Coastal Walkway. The scope includes unisex toilets, change cubicles, fully accessible facilities, a regraded car park, shared zones, bike racks, and landscaping designed by Sam Crawford Architects to integrate sensitively into the coastal reserve.
Approved $111.7m redevelopment of the heritage-listed Coogee Bay Hotel by C!NC Hotels. The Sydney Eastern City Planning Panel granted deferred commencement consent in 2024, subject to a noise management plan with Randwick City Council.
A comprehensive $1 billion mixed-use redevelopment of the historic 5-hectare Inglis Newmarket Stables site. The masterplanned precinct features approximately 642 residential dwellings across multiple stages, including Newmarket Residences, Young & Fennelly, and Jane St Terraces.
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Estimated completion year of the 36 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 13, 2027 9, 2028 5, 2029 4, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 26 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 173 substantial development applications lodged in and around Maroubra - South over the past 5 years, 101 in the last 12 months; 28 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 23, 2023 11, 2024 22, 2025 15, 2026 (to Nov) 100.
Key application 481 Malabar Road, Maroubra Aged Care | $187m | 99 dwellings Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 173 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 101 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 37th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 32 | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 108 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 28 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Maroubra - South SA2 include: Google Pacific Connect - Tabua and Honomoana Cable Landing Infrastructure (Construction); Yorktown Parade and Fitzgerald Avenue Affordable Housing Redevelopment (Approved); South Maroubra Coastal Walkway Extension (Planning); Light Rail Extension to Maroubra Junction (Proposed); and Maroubra Road and Flower Street Roundabout (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Maroubra - South SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Transport & Logistics, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Maroubra - South SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Maroubra - South recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Maroubra - South SA2 area has seen 71 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Maroubra - South SA2's current population of 11,726 has been supported by 32 approvals on average over recent years.
The Maroubra - South SA2 has seen 2.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.2 approvals in Greater Sydney. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 332 people in the Maroubra - South SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Maroubra - South SA2's approval levels have been consistent with the yearly average of 32, showing stable development patterns.
Over the past five years, the population in the Maroubra - South SA2 has grown by approximately 348 people, while 162 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Maroubra - South reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,726 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +5.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 5,678 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 11,084 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 642 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.07 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Maroubra - South SA2 was estimated to be approximately 11,726 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 11,637 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The maroubra - south sa2 has added approximately 642 people and shown a 5.79% increase from the 11,084 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Maroubra - South SA2 is estimated at 5,665 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Maroubra - South SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.2% per annum.
Population growth in the Maroubra - South SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (81.8%), Natural increase (18.2%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 81.8% of overall population gains.
Maroubra - South's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 26.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 55.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Maroubra - South SA2 at 40 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Maroubra - South is 3 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Maroubra - South SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 16.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Maroubra - South SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 11.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Maroubra - South SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (3.2% vs 2.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.7% of the population in the Maroubra - South SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 17.9% of the population in the Maroubra - South SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 68% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $63,439 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $99,840 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,893 | 2021 Census, weekly | 58th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $968 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 31.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,639 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 27.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is approximately $67,486. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $63,439.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is approximately $106,210. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $99,840.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is approximately $67,486 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,439 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is approximately $106,210 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $99,840 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Maroubra - South SA2's households (~25.5% / 1,163 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Maroubra - South SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 25.5% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is $1,893/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is $2,639/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is $968/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is exceptionally high nationally, with the median assessed at $63,439 while the average income stands at $99,840. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $67,486 (median) and $106,210 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Maroubra - South SA2 is $6,392 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The maroubra - south sa2's disposable income is $6,392 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment drivers in Maroubra - South are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 18% of areas assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 7.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 5,990 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 9,238 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 6,504 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Maroubra - South SA2 has approximately 5,990 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 7.9%. The elevated unemployment rate suggests challenging labour market conditions. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Maroubra - South SA2 stands at 7.9%, which is 3.7 percentage points above Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Maroubra - South SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (14.1% of employment), professional & technical (13.4%), and education & training (11.6%). Other significant employers include construction and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Maroubra - South SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Maroubra - South SA2 is 66.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Sydney.
The maroubra - south sa2 shows notable specialisation in education & training, which employs 11.6% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The maroubra - south sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
The educational profile of Maroubra - South ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 28.0% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 44.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 15.0% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.9% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
44.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Maroubra - South SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
29.7% of people aged 15 and over in the Maroubra - South SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The maroubra - south sa2 ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Maroubra - South SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (28.0%), Certificate (15.0%), Postgraduate (13.4%).
30.4% of the population in the Maroubra - South SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 9.3% in primary school, 6.9% in secondary school, 6.4% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Maroubra - South SA2 is 1056, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the Maroubra - South SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,518 students.
The maroubra - south sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 2 secondary schools.
Maroubra - South features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 32.9% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 25.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,560 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,824 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 62.2% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.3 per family | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Maroubra - South SA2 had 4,560 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 5.8% to an estimated 4,824 households today.
The average household size in the Maroubra - South SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 62.2% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (32.9%), group households (4.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 2,836 family households, couples with children account for 25.9% of all households, couples without children at home 23.4%, and single parent families 11.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Maroubra - South SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 32.9% (versus 23.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 62.2% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Maroubra - South SA2 have an average of 1.3 children, slightly below the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 37.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 43.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 32.9% of all households in the Maroubra - South SA2, higher than the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.9% of households, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%.
Maroubra - South is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 41.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 32.5% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 67.5% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 79.9% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 58.5% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
Maroubra - South scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 32.5% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 41.5% born overseas.
The main religion in Maroubra - South was found to be Christianity, which makes up 52.2% of people in Maroubra - South. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 3.8% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Maroubra - South are English, comprising 19.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 16.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 15.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 2.4% of Maroubra - South (vs 0.5% across Greater Sydney), Russian at 1.4% (vs 0.4%) and Spanish at 1.1% (vs 0.6%).
41.5% of the Maroubra - South SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
32.5% of the population in the Maroubra - South SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.6% of the Maroubra - South SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
79.9% of the Maroubra - South SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Maroubra - South features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 53.4% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 23.9% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 55.8% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $3,000 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 95th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 22.6% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 23.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $490 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 25.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 36.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 98th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Maroubra - South SA2, 23.9% of homes are owned outright, 22.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 53.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 20.1% of dwellings in the Maroubra - South SA2 are houses.
In the Maroubra - South SA2, 55.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 23.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Maroubra - South SA2 stands at 23.9%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Maroubra - South SA2 is $3,000, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Maroubra - South SA2 is $1,811, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Maroubra - South SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 36.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 25.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Maroubra - South SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Maroubra - South SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 36.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 25.9% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Maroubra - South SA2 consists of 20.1% detached houses, 23.7% semi-detached dwellings, 55.8% apartments, and 0.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Maroubra - South consumes approximately 22.1% of median household income ($8,197 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Maroubra - South show attached dwellings contributing 83% of approvals compared to 80% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 17% of applications versus 20% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Maroubra - South is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
Maroubra - South's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 68.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 90th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 72.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.9% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
Around 68.2% of people in the Maroubra - South SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Maroubra - South SA2, 5.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
6.7% of people in the Maroubra - South SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the Maroubra - South SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the Maroubra - South SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Maroubra - South SA2, 68.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 95 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 95th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 92 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,478 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 80th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 127 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 32 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 48.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 92 public transport stops within the Maroubra - South SA2.
The Maroubra - South SA2 has 5,478 weekly trips across 32 routes, averaging 782 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 94 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest pharmacy is 317 m away and the nearest child care centre 351 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 92 stops nearby, 5,478 weekly trips, access rating 95 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 87 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 87th percentile nationally |
| Nearest pharmacy | 317 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 351 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 357 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 470 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 509 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 553 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 981 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 5 long day care centres with 290 places in Maroubra - South, about 2.1 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees Maroubra - South recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide.
Maroubra - South has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 33% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Maroubra - South's established property market has recorded 159 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% commercial transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Maroubra - South reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Maroubra - South's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 68% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment drivers in Maroubra - South are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 18% of areas assessed across Australia.
The educational profile of Maroubra - South ranks above average relative to locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and academic performance metrics.
Maroubra - South features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Maroubra - South 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 - South features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
Maroubra - South's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Maroubra - South has an estimated 11,726 residents, up 5.8% since the 2021 Census, with 6 projects tracked in Maroubra - South.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Maroubra - South.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (118021567). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Maroubra - South from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Maroubra - South with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
