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Marsden has an estimated 17,738 residents, up 10.9% since the 2021 Census, with 110 projects tracked in the area around Marsden.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Marsden Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 24 kilometres south-southeast of the Brisbane CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at around 17,738, an increase of 1,750 people (10.9%) from the 15,988 recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is inferred from the estimated resident population (ERP) of 17,494 published by the ABS for June 2025, together with 292 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has an above-average renting population, a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings, a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24, a high proportion of overseas-born residents, and an elevated representation of those aged 5 to 14. Its employment base is notably weighted toward logistics and transport.
Residents include a high proportion of children and teenagers, the area typically records lower education levels and lower-quartile incomes, and population growth has been strong. Taken together, these facts describe a young, growing community with a diverse overseas-born population. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Marsden Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 24 kilometres south-southeast of the Brisbane CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at around 17,738, an increase of 1,750 people (10.9%) from the 15,988 recorded at the 2021 Census. This growth is inferred from the estimated resident population (ERP) of 17,494 published by the ABS for June 2025, together with 292 validated new addresses added since the Census date. The area has an above-average renting population, a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings, a notable share of residents aged 15 to 24, a high proportion of overseas-born residents, and an elevated representation of those aged 5 to 14. Its employment base is notably weighted toward logistics and transport.
Residents include a high proportion of children and teenagers, the area typically records lower education levels and lower-quartile incomes, and population growth has been strong. Taken together, these facts describe a young, growing community with a diverse overseas-born population. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 8,487 in 2001 and 17,494 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 17,738 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 18.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 35.7%.
Marsden ranks in the 81st percentile nationally for cultural diversity and the 79th for development activity.
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 Marsden is $589 a week, up 11.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 6% below Greater Brisbane.
6% below Greater Brisbane on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $363 in 2017, $603 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $317 in 2017, $464 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $589 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +11.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $603 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +9.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $464 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +2.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Browns Plains | $609 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Browns Plains, over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Logan - Beaudesert | $591 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Logan - Beaudesert, over 12 months | +7.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Brisbane | $627 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Brisbane, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 30 tracked applications: 25 approved, 0 under assessment, 5 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 110 projects in and around Marsden, 38 of them under construction.
Relocation of Loganlea station approximately 500m south of its current location to improve connectivity with the Logan Hospital, TAFE Queensland Loganlea campus, and Loganlea State High School. The project includes a new pedestrian footbridge, two new platforms with four-track capacity, a new station building, and an expanded park 'n' ride facility.
A residential development featuring 40 brand-new single and double storey dwellings with 3 and 4 bedroom options, suitable for first home buyers and located centrally to amenities like shopping centres, medical facilities, public transport, schools, and major freeways.
Queensland's first licensed commercial solar panel recycling facility. The Crestmead plant has commenced commercial operations and is capable of processing up to 240,000 end-of-life solar panels annually.
Upgrade of approximately 1.8 kilometres of Third Avenue and adjacent sections of Second and Fourth Avenues in Marsden and Berrinba by Logan City Council[cite: 1].
The Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project is a 5.75 billion AUD upgrade of about 20 km of rail between Kuraby and Beenleigh in south-east Queensland. Works include doubling the track from two to four lines, upgrading nine stations to modern accessibility standards, removing five level crossings, and installing the European Train Control System.
A master-planned industrial estate of about 157 hectares on the corner of Green Road and Clarke Road in Crestmead, Brisbane's south. Developed by Pointcorp, the nine-stage estate is planned to deliver about 650,000 square metres of warehousing, logistics, business and manufacturing space, with roughly 6,000 ongoing jobs forecast.
The Bumstead Road Upgrade involves widening and corridor enhancements between Clarke Road and Chambers Flat Road across Park Ridge and Crestmead.
Master-planned residential community featuring 76 home sites ranging from 360sqm to 587sqm in central Park Ridge, delivered with easy access to Park Ridge Town Centre, local schools, and major motorways.
Madison Park Estate is a residential masterplanned master-planned subdivision located in Park Ridge, South East Queensland. Developed jointly by PAIG and Choice Homes, the community provides 177 residential lots with surrounding green spaces, modern civil infrastructure, and proximity to local schools, retail, and transport networks.
The project involves widening Chambers Flat Road from Park Ridge Road in Park Ridge to just south of Derby Road in Chambers Flat to accommodate future traffic demands due to residential and business growth. It aims to improve safety, reduce congestion, and enhance traffic flow.
A $200 million master-planned residential estate by Ausbuild, delivering approximately 266 new homes across multiple staged land releases. The community includes a childcare centre, parklands, walking trails, and rehabilitation of 1.76 hectares of existing bushland.
Major corridor upgrade along Clarke Road between Bumstead Road and Park Ridge Road to enhance network capacity and safety. The project delivers road widening, dedicated on-road cycle lanes, 2.5m off-road shared paths, underground drainage networks, and new signalised intersections.
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Estimated completion year of the 61 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 12, 2027 16, 2028 15, 2029 5, 2030 3, 2031 4, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 30 substantial development applications lodged in and around Marsden over the past 5 years, 6 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 5, 2023 7, 2024 6, 2025 7, 2026 (to Nov) 5.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 30 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 6 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 4.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 67 | ABS building approvals | 69th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Marsden SA2 include: Loganlea Station Relocation (Construction); Avenue Heights Estate (Construction); Crestmead Logistics Estate (Construction); Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail (Construction); and Third Avenue Upgrade (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Marsden SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Business Parks & Technology Hubs, among others.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Marsden among the top 21% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the Marsden SA2 area has seen 135 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Marsden SA2's current population of 17,738 has been supported by 67 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Marsden SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 67, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Marsden SA2 has grown by approximately 1,333 people, while 337 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
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.
Population growth drivers in Marsden are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,738 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +10.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2,565 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 15,988 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,750 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 6.92 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Marsden SA2 was estimated to be approximately 17,738 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 17,494 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The marsden sa2 has added approximately 1,750 people and shown a 10.95% increase from the 15,988 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Marsden SA2 is estimated at 2,563 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Marsden SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Marsden SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (58.1%), Natural increase (41.9%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 58.1% of overall population gains.
Marsden hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 1% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 28 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 1st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 26.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 32.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.5% | 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 | 28 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 18.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 17.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 15.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 8.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 5.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Marsden SA2 at 28 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 28 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 28 years as at August 2026, Marsden is 8 years younger than the Greater Brisbane 2021 Census average (36 years) and 10 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Marsden SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 18.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Marsden SA2 compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 5.6% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Marsden SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Brisbane. The most over-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (18.1% vs 12.3%) and 0-4 year-olds (7.9% vs 5.6%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.7% vs 1.8%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.0% vs 5.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 26.0% of the population in the Marsden SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 9.2% of the population in the Marsden SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 81% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $51,688 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 20th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $55,015 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,413 | 2021 Census, weekly | 29th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $633 | 2021 Census, weekly | 16th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 10.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,473 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Marsden SA2 is approximately $55,363. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $51,688.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Marsden SA2 is approximately $58,927. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $55,015.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Marsden SA2 is approximately $55,363 compared to $66,053 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $51,688 and $61,668 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Marsden SA2 is approximately $58,927 compared to $82,596 in Greater Brisbane. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $55,015 and $77,113 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Marsden SA2's households (~35.7% / 1,600 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Marsden SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 35.7% of households. In comparison, Greater Brisbane's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 33.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Marsden SA2 is $1,413/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Marsden SA2 is $1,473/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Marsden SA2 is $633/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Marsden SA2's median income among taxpayers is $51,688, with an average of $55,015. This is lower than average on a national basis, and compares to Greater Brisbane's median of $61,668 and average of $77,113. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $55,363 (median) and $58,927 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Marsden SA2 is $4,819 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The marsden sa2's disposable income is $4,819 compared to $6,725 for Greater Brisbane, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Marsden face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 8% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 9.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 62.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,372 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 14,598 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 8,175 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Marsden SA2 has approximately 7,372 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 9.8%. 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 Marsden SA2 stands at 9.8%, which is 5.3 percentage points above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.5%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Marsden SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.1% of employment), manufacturing (12.7%), and retail trade (11.7%). Other significant employers include construction and transport, postal & warehousing.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Marsden SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Marsden SA2 is 62.7%, 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 Brisbane average of 70.1%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The marsden sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 12.7% of the local workforce compared to 6.4% across Greater Brisbane. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The marsden 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 2.9% decline, ranking 29th out of 37 regions nationally.
Marsden faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 7.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 10.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 29.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 50.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 38.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 14.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
10.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Marsden SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane.
50.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Marsden SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The marsden sa2 ranks in the 15th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Marsden SA2 are: Certificate (29.8%), Advanced Diploma (9.1%), Bachelor Degree (7.2%).
38.1% of the population in the Marsden SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 14.9% in primary school, 12.5% in secondary school, 3.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Marsden SA2 is 930, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Marsden SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,300 students.
The marsden sa2 includes 2 primary schools.
Marsden features high concentrations of single parent families and couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.3 people | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 39.1% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 15.7% | 2021 Census | 2nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 20.9% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,482 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,973 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 77.4% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Marsden SA2 had 4,482 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.0% to an estimated 4,973 households today.
The average household size in the Marsden SA2 is 3.3 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 77.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.7%), group households (3.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,469 family households, couples with children account for 39.1% of all households, couples without children at home 15.7%, and single parent families 20.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the Marsden SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 77.4% (versus 71.7% in Greater Brisbane). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Marsden SA2 have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Greater Brisbane average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 38.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 44.3% have never married. This compares to 45.0% married and 38.4% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 18.7% of all households in the Marsden SA2, similar to the average for Greater Brisbane of 23.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.9% of households, slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.7%.
Marsden 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 | 39.4% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 34.5% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 65.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 69.7% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 60.6% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
Marsden scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 39.4% of its population born overseas and 34.5% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Marsden was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.3% of people in Marsden. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 12.3% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.0%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Marsden are Other, comprising 24.2% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Brisbane's 9.4%, English, comprising 20.6% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Brisbane's 26.8%, and Australian, comprising 19.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 6.1% of Marsden (vs 0.9% across Greater Brisbane), Maori at 4.8% (vs 1.1%) and New Zealand at 1.7% (vs 1.0%).
39.4% of the Marsden SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 28.5% across Greater Brisbane.
34.5% of the population in the Marsden SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 18.7% in Greater Brisbane.
3.3% of the Marsden SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.1% in Greater Brisbane.
69.7% of the Marsden SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 83.6% in Greater Brisbane.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Marsden is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 54.7% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 79.1% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,470 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 32.3% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 24.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 81st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Marsden SA2, 13.0% of homes are owned outright, 32.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 54.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 79.1% of dwellings in the Marsden SA2 are houses.
In the Marsden SA2, 0.2% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 20.7% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Marsden SA2 stands at 13.0%, compared to 26.7% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Marsden SA2 is $1,470, compared to $1,863 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Marsden SA2 is $1,304, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Marsden SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 24.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Marsden SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Marsden SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.0% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% in Greater Brisbane), while renters spend 24.8% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Greater Brisbane).
The dwelling mix in the Marsden SA2 consists of 79.1% detached houses, 20.7% semi-detached dwellings, 0.2% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Marsden consumes approximately 21.3% of median household income ($6,118 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Marsden show attached dwellings contributing 58% of approvals compared to 21% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 42% of applications versus 79% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Health performance in Marsden is well below the national average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 46.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 7th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.9% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 6.3% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
Around 46.7% of people in the Marsden SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 56.1% in Greater Brisbane.
In the Marsden SA2, 6.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.7% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the Marsden SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.0% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.3% of the Marsden SA2 population, while in Greater Brisbane, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.6% of people in the Marsden SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Brisbane,3.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Marsden SA2, 46.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 56.1%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 526 m away and the nearest GP 578 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 32 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 526 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 578 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 596 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 679 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 749 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 962 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.3 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 764 places in Marsden, about 1.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Marsden among the top 21% of areas assessed nationwide.
Marsden ranks in the 61st percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Marsden is $589 a week, +11.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Marsden are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Marsden hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 1% of areas nationwide.
Income figures position the area below 81% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment conditions in Marsden face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 8% of areas assessed nationally.
Marsden faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Marsden features high concentrations of single parent families and couples with children but relatively few couples without children, with a larger average household size than Greater Brisbane.
Marsden is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Marsden is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Brisbane.
Health performance in Marsden is well below the national average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts.
Transport in Marsden: transport access 10/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Marsden has an estimated 17,738 residents, up 10.9% since the 2021 Census, with 110 projects tracked in the area around Marsden.
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 Marsden.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to May 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 (311031317). 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 (May 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 Marsden 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 Marsden with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 10 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 10th percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 6.5% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
