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Marrickville - North has an estimated 13,432 residents, up 9.1% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Marrickville - North.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Marrickville - North, located 6.5 kilometres southwest of the Sydney CBD, is home to around 13,432 people as of Aug 2026. This represents an increase of 1,115 people (9.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 12,317 residents. The estimate is based on an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 13,274 from the ABS as of June 2025, together with 537 validated new addresses added since the Census. The area is a dense and highly active development zone with above-average median household income and a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings. Its population is well educated, with a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44 and an elevated share in the 25 to 34 age group. Population growth has been moderate.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, and its working-age population is comprised largely of group households. The area records above-average education levels and is very affluent. A significant level of infrastructure and major project spending is planned, which should support performance and demand.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Marrickville - North, located 6.5 kilometres southwest of the Sydney CBD, is home to around 13,432 people as of Aug 2026. This represents an increase of 1,115 people (9.1%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded 12,317 residents. The estimate is based on an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 13,274 from the ABS as of June 2025, together with 537 validated new addresses added since the Census. The area is a dense and highly active development zone with above-average median household income and a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings. Its population is well educated, with a notable presence of residents aged 35 to 44 and an elevated share in the 25 to 34 age group. Population growth has been moderate.
Residents include a high proportion of young adults, and its working-age population is comprised largely of group households. The area records above-average education levels and is very affluent. A significant level of infrastructure and major project spending is planned, which should support performance and demand.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 11,033 in 2001 and 13,274 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 13,432 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 22.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 29.6%.
Marrickville - North ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for income and the 90th 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 Marrickville - North is $854 a week, up 6.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 8% above Greater Sydney. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.5%.
8% above Greater Sydney on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $870 in 2017, $1,106 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $578 in 2017, $802 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 228/11 Gordon Street, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $1,475,000 | 26 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 14 Pritchard Street, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $1,300,000 | 26 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 6 Park Road, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $1,575,500 | 23 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 53 Silver Street, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $1,655,000 | 21 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 225/11 Gordon Street, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $850,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 10/60 George Street, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $600,000 | 15 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 27 Perry Street, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $2,295,000 | 13 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 705/178 Livingstone Road, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $912,500 | 9 Oct 2026 | Unit |
| 142 Wardell Road, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $1,660,000 | 8 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 64 Silver Street, Marrickville NSW 2204 | $1,700,000 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 46 residential sales recorded since 22 Jul 2026 (the latest settled 26 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 46, houses and units together, was $1,657,500 (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 | $854 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $2.02m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $1.09m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,657,500 | Median of the 46 most recent residential sales, settled 22 Jul 2026 to 26 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,106 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +0.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $802 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| 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 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 286 tracked applications: 144 approved, 51 under assessment, 91 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 12 projects in Marrickville - North (3 under construction) and 139 more in the surrounding area.
Inner West Council is delivering a staged infrastructure and energy efficiency upgrade at the Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre in Enmore Park, Marrickville. Stage 1 involved replacement of ageing aluminium composite cladding on the roof structure, with works completed in October 2024 at a reported budget of $2 million.
The $20 million redevelopment of the historic King George V Memorial Grandstand at Henson Park is now complete. Stage 1 (completed September 2025) delivered new female-friendly change rooms, gymnasium, multi-use function room, and grandstand accessibility upgrades including an elevator.
Long-term urban renewal of the former Victoria Road industrial precinct into a mixed-use neighbourhood. The precinct is being delivered across multiple developments including Wicks Place and the approved Timberyards project, providing build-to-rent, affordable housing, co-living, retail, creative industries, public open space and improved pedestrian…
Approved mixed-use build-to-rent precinct redeveloping a 2.2 hectare former industrial site into a neo-industrial neighbourhood. The project includes 1,188 rental dwellings comprising 484 build-to-rent apartments, 589 co-living dwellings and 115 affordable homes across seven buildings, together with retail, commercial space, a retained heritage warehouse…
The Joinery Annandale is Landcom’s mixed-use redevelopment of the 1.1-hectare former WestConnex dive site at 160-186 Parramatta Road and 79-95 Pyrmont Bridge Road, Annandale.
$301 million completed upgrade of Sydenham Station as key interchange for Sydney Metro City & Southwest. Includes new entrances at Burrows Road and Railway Parade, new concourse with lifts and stairs to all platforms, platform screen doors, improved accessibility, and easy interchange between Sydney Metro, Sydney Trains, and bus services.
A $70-million six-storey residential development featuring 51 luxury apartments, with over 50% being three-bedroom units. First residential project approved under the newly rezoned Timber Yards Precinct, designed by PBD Architecture.
Upgrade of Marrickville Station to metro standards as part of the Sydney Metro City and Southwest project (Sydenham to Bankstown conversion). Works include platform screen doors, mechanical gap fillers, level access boarding, security systems, CCTV, solar panels, and bridge upgrades to the Illawarra Road and Livingstone Road overbridges.
A $2 billion urban renewal masterplan transforming a former industrial site into a vibrant mixed-use precinct by Coronation Property. The development features approximately 1,000 residences across Build-to-Rent and Build-to-Sell stages, alongside public green spaces including the McPherson Park and Kooka Walk pedestrian boulevard.
Rezoning and planning proposal for 466-480 New Canterbury Road and 26-38 Hercules Street to amend the Inner West Local Environmental Plan. The gazetted amendment rezoned former light industrial land to facilitate high-density residential, business development, and public/private open space supporting approximately 156 dwellings.
Comprehensive redevelopment and expansion of Marrickville Metro Shopping Centre completed in June 2021. The $142 million project transformed a former industrial warehouse into an 11,000sqm retail extension featuring a new Coles supermarket, fresh food precinct, specialty retailers, 12 restaurants with alfresco dining, and an additional 455 parking spaces.
The Sydenham to Bankstown conversion involves upgrading 13km of the T3 Bankstown Line to metro standards. As of May 2026, the project is in a final testing and construction 'blitz', with conversion works over 85% complete.
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Estimated completion year of the 63 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 13, 2026 13, 2027 10, 2028 13, 2029 8, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 1. 21 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 286 substantial development applications lodged in and around Marrickville - North over the past 5 years, 142 in the last 12 months; 51 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 5, 2022 34, 2023 28, 2024 36, 2025 48, 2026 (to Nov) 135.
Key application 24-26 Lilian Fowler Place, Marrickville Commercial | $32m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 286 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 142 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 15.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 201 | ABS building approvals | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 144 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 51 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Marrickville - North SA2 include: Sydney Local Health District Hospital Redevelopment Program - RPA and Canterbury (Construction); Victoria Road Precinct Urban Renewal (Construction); Henson Park Grandstand Redevelopment (Completed); Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre Upgrade (Planning); and The Timberyards (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Marrickville - North SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Marrickville - North among the top 17% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Marrickville - North SA2 area has seen 604 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Marrickville - North SA2's current population of 13,432 has been supported by 201 approvals on average over recent years.
The Marrickville - North SA2 has seen 15.8 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 1299 people in the Marrickville - North SA2, compared to one for every 165 in Greater Sydney.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Marrickville - North SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 201, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Marrickville - North SA2 has grown by approximately 693 people, while 1,007 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
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.
Marrickville - North has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,432 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +9.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 4,763 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 94th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,317 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,115 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.82 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Marrickville - North SA2 was estimated to be approximately 13,432 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 13,274 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The marrickville - north sa2 has added approximately 1,115 people and shown a 9.05% increase from the 12,317 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Marrickville - North SA2 is estimated at 4,763 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Marrickville - North SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the Marrickville - North SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (79.4%), Natural increase (18.9%), Interstate migration (1.7%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 79.4% of overall population gains.
Marrickville - North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 63.8% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 22.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 18.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 6.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Marrickville - North SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Marrickville - North is equal to the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Marrickville - North SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 22.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Marrickville - North SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 7.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Marrickville - North SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (22.2% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 12.8% of the population in the Marrickville - North SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.6% of the population in the Marrickville - North SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $71,262 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $91,335 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,358 | 2021 Census, weekly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,160 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 39.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,961 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Marrickville - North SA2 is approximately $75,809. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $71,262.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Marrickville - North SA2 is approximately $97,162. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $91,335.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Marrickville - North SA2 is approximately $75,809 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $71,262 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Marrickville - North SA2 is approximately $97,162 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $91,335 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Marrickville - North SA2's households (~29.6% / 1,428 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Marrickville - North SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 29.6% 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 Marrickville - North SA2 is $2,358/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Marrickville - North SA2 is $2,961/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Marrickville - North SA2 is $1,160/wk.
The Marrickville - North SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $71,262 and an average of $91,335 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is extremely high nationally, contrasting with Greater Sydney's median income of $63,183 and average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $75,809 (median) and $97,162 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Marrickville - North SA2 is $8,284 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The marrickville - north sa2's disposable income is $8,284 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The employment landscape in Marrickville - North shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 66.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,539 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 14,573 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,007 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Marrickville - North SA2 has approximately 7,539 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.8%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Marrickville - North SA2 stands at 5.8%, which is 1.7 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 Marrickville - North SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are professional & technical (15.5% of employment), health care & social assistance (12.4%), and education & training (11.4%). Other significant employers include retail trade and finance & insurance.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Marrickville - North 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 Marrickville - North 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 marrickville - north sa2 shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 15.5% of the local workforce compared to 11.5% across Greater Sydney. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The marrickville - north sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 3.8% decline, ranking 32nd out of 37 regions nationally.
Marrickville - North shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 32.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 13.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 49.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.3% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 29.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 7.3% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
49.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Marrickville - North SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
29.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Marrickville - North SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The marrickville - north sa2 ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Marrickville - North SA2 are: Bachelor Degree (32.0%), Postgraduate (13.6%), Certificate (12.0%).
26.3% of the population in the Marrickville - North SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.2% in primary school, 5.5% in secondary school, 7.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Marrickville - North SA2 is 1090, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 5 schools within the Marrickville - North SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,523 students.
The marrickville - north sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Marrickville - North features high concentrations of 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 | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.2% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 24.8% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.9% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,818 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,254 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 62.4% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.0 per family | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Marrickville - North SA2 had 4,818 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 9.0% to an estimated 5,254 households today.
The average household size in the Marrickville - North SA2 is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 62.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.2%), group households (10.3%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,006 family households, couples with children account for 24.8% of all households, couples without children at home 26.9%, and single parent families 9.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Marrickville - North SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Group households are notably over-represented at 10.3% (versus 4.2% in Greater Sydney). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 62.4% compared to 72.6% in Greater Sydney. The prevalence of shared households suggests a younger demographic or affordability considerations.
Families in the Marrickville - North SA2 have an average of 1.0 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 33.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 52.6% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 27.2% of all households in the Marrickville - North SA2, similar to 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 10.3% of households, above the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Marrickville - North was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 34.6% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 70.2% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.4% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 65.4% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
Marrickville - North scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 34.6% of its population born overseas and 29.8% speaking a language other than English at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Marrickville - North, at 35.9% of people, although more residents (55.6%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Buddhism, which comprises 4.9% of the population, compared to 4.1% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Marrickville - North are English, comprising 20.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 17.2% of the population, and Other, comprising 12.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Greek is notably overrepresented at 5.5% of Marrickville - North (vs 1.9% across Greater Sydney), Vietnamese at 4.4% (vs 1.8%) and Lebanese at 1.6% (vs 2.6%).
34.6% of the Marrickville - North SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
29.8% of the population in the Marrickville - North SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
1.0% of the Marrickville - North SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
85.4% of the Marrickville - North SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Marrickville - North displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 45.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 24.4% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 39.5% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,817 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 30.5% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $550 | 2021 Census, weekly | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 23.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 27.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 1.0 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
In the Marrickville - North SA2, 24.4% of homes are owned outright, 30.5% are owned with a mortgage, and 45.1% are rented.
According to the latest data, 32.1% of dwellings in the Marrickville - North SA2 are houses.
In the Marrickville - North SA2, 39.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 26.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Marrickville - North SA2 stands at 24.4%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Marrickville - North SA2 is $2,817, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Marrickville - North SA2 is $1,934, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Marrickville - North SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 27.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 23.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Marrickville - North SA2 is 1.0, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Marrickville - North SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 27.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 23.3% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Marrickville - North SA2 consists of 32.1% detached houses, 26.0% semi-detached dwellings, 39.5% apartments, and 2.4% other dwelling types.
Housing in Marrickville - North consumes approximately 18.9% of median household income ($10,210 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Marrickville - North show attached dwellings contributing 99% of approvals compared to 68% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 1% of applications versus 32% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Marrickville - North is experiencing exceptional growth in housing density, ranking in the top 10% nationally.
The level of general health in Marrickville - North is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 62.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.7% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.7% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
Around 62.3% of people in the Marrickville - North SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Marrickville - North SA2, 5.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.7% of people in the Marrickville - North SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.5% of the Marrickville - North SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.2% of people in the Marrickville - North SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Marrickville - North SA2, 62.3% 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 | 86 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 86th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 56 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 5,191 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 79th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 238 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 15 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 0.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 58.8% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 56 public transport stops within the Marrickville - North SA2.
The Marrickville - North SA2 has 5,191 weekly trips across 15 routes, averaging 741 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 173 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 225 m away and the nearest school 352 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 56 stops nearby, 5,191 weekly trips, access rating 86 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 90 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 90th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 225 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 352 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 400 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 423 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 455 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 484 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 525 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 615 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.8 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 7 long day care centres with 370 places in Marrickville - North, about 1.8 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 positions Marrickville - North among the top 17% of areas assessed nationwide.
Marrickville - North ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Marrickville - North's sought-after property market has recorded 191 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 88% residential and 12% commercial transactions.
Marrickville - North has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Marrickville - North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
The employment landscape in Marrickville - North shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators.
Marrickville - North shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Marrickville - North features high concentrations of group households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Marrickville - North was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Marrickville - North displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Sydney.
The level of general health in Marrickville - North is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing 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.
Marrickville - North has an estimated 13,432 residents, up 9.1% since the 2021 Census, with 12 projects tracked in Marrickville - North.
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 Marrickville - North.
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 (117021636). 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 Marrickville - North 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 Marrickville - North 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.
