Marsfield

Marsfield has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

The estimated population of Marsfield as of May 2026 is around 11,716 people. This figure reflects a decrease of 776 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 12,492 people. The current resident population estimate of 11,702 by AreaSearch, based on the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and validated new addresses, indicates a density ratio of 3,011 persons per square kilometer, placing Marsfield in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 92.0% of overall population gains during recent periods for Marsfield. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Projected demographic shifts indicate exceptional growth for Marsfield over the period, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas across the nation. By 2041, Marsfield is expected to grow by 10,923 persons based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 93.1% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Marsfield according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Marsfield averaged around 55 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years ending June 2021, totalling an estimated 277 homes. As of July 2026, 54 approvals have been recorded. Population decline in recent years suggests new supply has kept pace with demand, offering buyers good choice. Average construction value is $597,000, indicating focus on premium market developments.

This financial year, $184.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting strong commercial development momentum. Recent construction comprises 3.0% detached dwellings and 97.0% townhouses or apartments, providing affordable entry pathways for downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This shift contrasts with the area's existing housing composition of 32.0% houses, suggesting decreasing developable sites and changing lifestyles. Marsfield has around 211 people per dwelling approval, characteristic of a low density area.

Population forecasts indicate Marsfield will gain approximately 10,909 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 29 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Macquarie Centre Redevelopment, Herring Road at Macquarie Park, The Macquarie Collection - 3 Halifax Street, and Macquarie Rise. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Employment performance in Marsfield ranks among the strongest 15% of areas evaluated nationally

Marsfield has an educated workforce with the technology sector prominently represented. Its unemployment rate is 0.6%. As of December 2025, 6340 residents are employed at a rate 3.6% lower than Greater Sydney's 4.2%.

Workforce participation in Marsfield is 64.1%, compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. Census data shows 52.6% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. Marsfield specializes in education & training with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level, but construction shows lower representation at 5.3% versus the regional average of 8.6%.

There are 1.2 workers per resident, indicating Marsfield is an employment hub attracting workers from nearby areas. Between December 2024 and December 2025, labour force decreased by 3.6%, employment fell by 2.9%, leading to a 0.8% drop in unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Sydney saw employment rise by 2.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Marsfield's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Marsfield had a median income among taxpayers of $49,300 and an average income of $69,666. These figures are slightly above the national averages of $48,357 (median) and $67,177 (average). Compared to Greater Sydney's levels of $60,817 (median) and $83,003 (average), Marsfield's incomes are higher. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Marsfield would be approximately $54,388 (median) and $76,856 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Marsfield cluster around the 58th percentile nationally. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 is dominant, with 32.6% of residents (3,819 people) falling within this range, aligning with the surrounding region where this cohort also represents 30.9%. High housing costs consume 17.9% of income in Marsfield, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 59th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

In Marsfield's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, 31.7% were houses while 68.3% comprised semi-detached dwellings, apartments, and others. This contrasts with Sydney metropolitan areas' 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Marsfield stood at 31.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 29.2% and rented ones at 39.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,383, lower than Sydney metro's $2,427. Median weekly rent was $475 in Marsfield, slightly higher than Sydney metro's $470. Nationally, Marsfield's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Marsfield features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.7% of all households, including 31.2% couples with children, 24.4% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 34.3%, with lone person households at 27.9% and group households comprising 6.3%. The median household size is 2.5 people, smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Marsfield shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Marsfield's educational attainment significantly exceeds broader benchmarks. Among residents aged 15 and above, 52.6% hold university qualifications, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% in NSW. This educational advantage positions the area well for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees are most common at 30.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (19.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%).

Vocational pathways account for 20.8% of qualifications, with advanced diplomas at 9.8% and certificates at 11.0%. Educational participation is notably high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.9% in tertiary education, 8.2% in primary education, and 5.8% pursuing secondary education.

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

Marsfield has 67 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These are operated by 29 different routes, collectively facilitating 5,622 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents located an average of 158 meters from the nearest stop. Most commuters travel outward due to Marsfield's residential nature. Car remains the dominant transport mode at 70%, followed by bus at 12% and train at 11%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.9 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 52.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 803 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 83 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Marsfield's health outcomes show excellent results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.

Approximately 54% (~6,381 people) have private health cover, compared to Greater Sydney's 59.9%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 6.1% of residents) and asthma (5.6%), while 75.2% claim to be completely free from medical ailments, slightly higher than Greater Sydney's 74.6%. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. Marsfield has 18.5% of residents aged 65 and over (2,167 people), which is higher than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Health outcomes among seniors are strong and align with national rankings for the general population.

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

Marsfield has a high level of cultural diversity, with 55.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 55.3% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Marsfield, accounting for 43.5% of the population. While Judaism makes up only 0.5% of Marsfield's population, this is higher than the 0.8% average across Greater Sydney.

The top three ancestry groups in Marsfield are Chinese (26.8%), Other (15.1%), and English (13.6%). Notably, Chinese ancestry is significantly higher than the regional average of 8.4%, while English ancestry is lower than the regional average of 19.0%. There are also significant differences in the representation of Korean (3.0% vs regional 1.1%), Filipino (2.6% vs regional 2.0%), and Indian (4.6% vs regional 3.6%) ethnic groups.

Marsfield's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Marsfield is 39 years, which is higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and very close to the national average of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Marsfield has a notably over-represented cohort of 35-44 year-olds (17.0%) and an under-represented group of 15-24 year-olds (10.2%). According to post-2021 Census data, the 35-44 age group has grown from 15.6% to 17.0%, while the 55-64 cohort has declined from 10.7% to 9.8%. Population forecasts for Marsfield indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041, with the 45-54 group expected to grow by 137% (an increase of 2,025 people), reaching a total of 3,502 from its current figure of 1,476.