Marks Point

Marks Point lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

The suburb of Marks Point had an estimated population of 157,670 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses. This figure represents a growth of 9,622 people (6.5%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 148,048. The increase was inferred from an estimated resident population of 1,900 by AreaSearch, based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 18 validated new addresses since the Census date. Marks Point's population density is 165,968 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb's growth rate exceeded that of its SA3 area (2.9%) and SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, for covered areas. For uncovers areas, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year are used. Exceptional growth is predicted over the period 2022 to 2041, with the suburb expected to increase by 31,506 persons by 2041, reflecting a gain of 38.4% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Marks Point was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers for Marks Point shows an average of 779 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 3,899 homes were approved, with a further 542 approved in FY-26 to date. Each dwelling is estimated to accommodate around 2.2 new residents annually over the past five financial years, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost value of new homes is $1,219,000, reflecting a focus on premium properties by developers. This year has seen $115.9 million in commercial approvals, suggesting Marks Point's residential character. Compared to Greater Sydney, Marks Point has 142.0% more development activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. New building activity consists of 16.0% detached dwellings and 84.0% attached dwellings, attracting downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers due to affordable entry pathways. This shift marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns, which are currently 115.0% houses, potentially indicating diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences. Marks Point's population is expected to remain stable or decline, reducing pressure on housing and creating opportunities for buyers with around 286 people per dwelling approval.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Marks Point should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Marks Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

The performance of an area is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. A total of one project has been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Belmont Desalination Plant, Swansea Channel Permanent Dredging Solution, Pelican Beach Project, Blacksmiths Beach Plan, Swansea Heads and Caves Beach Local Adaptation Plan, and South East Growth Area Plan. The following list details those likely to have the most relevance.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Marks Point performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Marks Point has a highly educated workforce with notable representation in the technology sector. Its unemployment rate is 3.3% and it experienced estimated employment growth of 2.4% over the past year, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of June 2025, there are 45,234 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 0.9% below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. Workforce participation is high at 116.2%, compared to Greater Sydney's 60.0%. The leading employment industries among Marks Point residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Notably, health care & social assistance employs 2.2 times the regional level in Marks Point.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented with only 0.4% of its workforce compared to Greater Sydney's 0.5%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work as indicated by Census data on working population versus local population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment in Marks Point increased by 2.4%, labour force grew by 3.1%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.7 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment growth of 2.6% and labour force growth of 2.9%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Marks Point. These projections estimate national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Marks Point's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

Marks Point has a median taxpayer income of $101,770 and an average income of $137,000 based on the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2022. This is notably higher than Greater Sydney's median income of $56,994 and average income of $80,856. By September 2025, estimates suggest a median income of approximately $114,603 and an average income of $154,276, accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes rank at the 144th percentile with a weekly income of $3,994, while personal income ranks at the 100th percentile. The earnings profile shows that 63.8% of locals (100,593 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category. This is consistent with broader trends across the region where 30.9% of individuals are in the same income bracket. The community exhibits economic stratification, with 40.2% in modest circumstances and 58.8% in high-earning categories. High housing costs consume 62.0% of income, yet strong earnings place disposable income at the 136th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 15th decile.

Marks Point is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Marks Point's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 114.6% houses and 85.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Sydney metro had 82.4% houses and 17.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Marks Point stood at 56.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 70.4% and rented ones at 73.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $5,200, significantly higher than Sydney metro's average of $2,000. Median weekly rent in Marks Point was $920, compared to Sydney metro's $370. Nationally, Marks Point's mortgage repayments were considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Marks Point features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 156.6% of all households, including 88.2% couples with children, 43.2% couples without children, and 23.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute -56.6%, with lone person households at 38.0% and group households comprising 5.2%. The median household size is 5.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Sydney average of 2.5.

Marks Point demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Marks Point's educational attainment is notably high, with 85.4% of residents aged 15+ possessing university qualifications, compared to 23.5% in the SA3 area and 26.1% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 55.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (25.2%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 50.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas (22.0%) and certificates (28.0%). Educational participation is high, with 63.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 21.4% in primary, 15.6% in secondary, and 13.4% pursuing tertiary education.

Marks Point Public School serves the area, enrolling 145 students (as of a specific date) with an ICSEA score of 938. The school focuses on primary education; secondary options are available nearby. The area functions as an educational hub, offering 27.3 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 14.6, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Marks Point has 838 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 204 unique routes that collectively facilitate 14,196 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these stops is rated as good, with residents on average being located 310 meters from the nearest stop.

Across all routes, there are an average of 2,028 daily trips, which equates to approximately 16 weekly trips per individual stop.

Marks Point's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Marks Point shows excellent health outcomes across all ages. Common health conditions have a very low prevalence here. Private health cover stands at approximately 107%, much higher than Greater Sydney's 54.2% and the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 10.6% each of residents. Notably, 154.6% claim to be free from medical ailments, compared to 62.6% in Greater Sydney. Marks Point has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 33.2%, or 52,409 people, compared to Greater Sydney's 21.4%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with the general population's profile.

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

Marks Point, one of the most culturally diverse areas in Australia, has a population where 100.2% were born overseas and 114.0% speak a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Marks Point, with 97.2% of people identifying as such. Notably, Buddhism comprises 9.6% of the population, significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, Chinese individuals make up 49.4%, substantially higher than the regional average of 0.9%. The 'Other' category constitutes 29.0%, also significantly higher than the regional average of 4.2%. Australians comprise 26.4% of Marks Point's population. There are notable discrepancies in the representation of certain ethnic groups, with Korean at 13.0% (regional average: 0.1%), Lebanese at 7.6% (regional average: 0.1%), and Indian at 7.6% (regional average: 0.5%).

Marks Point hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Marks Point's median age is 76, which is significantly higher than Greater Sydney's figure of 37 and above the national average of 38. The age distribution in Marks Point largely aligns with that of Greater Sydney. Notably, the concentration of individuals aged 35-44 is well above the national average of 14.2%. Post-2021 Census data indicates that the 65 to 74 age group has increased from 17.0% to 18.4%, while the 15 to 24 cohort has risen from 23.0% to 24.4%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 25.4% to 24.0%, and the 0 to 4 age group has dropped from 11.6% to 10.4%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Marks Point's age structure. The 85+ age group is projected to grow by -45% (-3,038 people), reaching a total of 3,741 from the current figure of 6,779. Conversely, population declines are projected for both the 85+ and 75 to 84 cohorts.