Macquarie Links
Macquarie Links stands out for its affluent, family-oriented housing profile: household income sits at the 97.9th percentile nationally, while 82.4% of homes have 4 or more bedrooms. The suburb has 1,455 residents across 1.77 square kilometres, with a median age of 39 and 41.1% born overseas. Compared with nearby Ingleburn and Edmondson Park, its 93.6% separate-house share gives it a lower-density feel. The area is established rather than rapidly changing, but 21.6% population growth over 10 years and an annual trend of 1.24% point to steady momentum.
Local council: Campbelltown (NSW)
Population
1,455
Median Age
39.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$3,135/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
2
Macquarie Links suits buyers seeking larger detached homes and relatively strong household cash flow. Separate houses account for 93.6% of dwellings, and 82.4% have 4 or more bedrooms, making the stock more suitable for families than apartment-focused buyers. A typical mortgage is $2,800 per month, equal to 20.6% of household income, while weekly rent is $580. That mortgage share is below common stress thresholds, although the suburb may still be difficult for some first-home buyers. The 57.6% mortgage-holder share shows many residents are still paying off homes, while 27.7% own outright. Compared with nearby Ingleburn, Macquarie Links provides a more detached-house-led choice, but buyers should assess commute time, block size and renovation costs.
For Buyers
Macquarie Links suits buyers seeking larger detached homes and relatively strong household cash flow. Separate houses account for 93.6% of dwellings, and 82.4% have 4 or more bedrooms, making the stock more suitable for families than apartment-focused buyers. A typical mortgage is $2,800 per month, equal to 20.6% of household income, while weekly rent is $580. That mortgage share is below common stress thresholds, although the suburb may still be difficult for some first-home buyers. The 57.6% mortgage-holder share shows many residents are still paying off homes, while 27.7% own outright. Compared with nearby Ingleburn, Macquarie Links provides a more detached-house-led choice, but buyers should assess commute time, block size and renovation costs.
For Investors
Macquarie Links has a relatively small rental pool, with 14.0% of households renting, weekly rent of $580 and a vacancy rate of 4.6%. That combination can support tenant competition when suitable homes are listed, although the lower rental share may also mean a smaller leasing market than in more apartment-heavy suburbs. Rent growth is recorded at 11.1%, while the broader growth trend is 1.24% annually and is driven primarily by overseas migration. The 18.0% turnover rate and 82.0% resident retention point to a settled tenant and owner base rather than constant churn. Compared with higher-turnover locations, the investment case is more focused on family-oriented detached housing and long-term demand than on rapid redevelopment, with only 2 development applications recorded in 12 months.
Development Activity
Total DAs
15
Last 12 Months
2
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
0.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Macquarie Links has a median age of 39, which is 1 year below the national comparison, but its trajectory is becoming older as the senior share rises by 3.3 percentage points and the young share falls by 0.4 points. Households average 3.4 people, 0.9 above the national figure, and couples with children account for 59.7% of families. The suburb is also more overseas-born than the national benchmark by 19.5 points, with 41.1% born overseas and 49.9% holding a university qualification, 19.8 points above the national comparison. English, Filipino, Indian and Chinese ancestries are prominent, while Christianity counts 791 residents, Islam 299 and no religion 197. Compared with nearby established suburbs, this produces a family-heavy profile with strong international links.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
93.6%
Houses
2.1%
Townhouse
4.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing in Macquarie Links is strongly detached and family-sized. Separate houses make up 93.6% of dwellings, compared with 4.3% apartments and 2.1% semi-detached homes, while 82.4% of properties have 4 or more bedrooms and 17.6% have 3 bedrooms. Tenure is weighted toward owners with debt: 57.6% hold a mortgage, 27.7% own outright and 14.0% rent. Mortgage repayments average $2,800 per month, or 20.6% of household income, while rent is $580 per week, or 18.5% of income. Those ratios are below common housing-stress levels. Compared with apartment-led areas, Macquarie Links offers more space and privacy, but the limited smaller-home supply can narrow options for singles, downsizers and budget-conscious buyers. Vacancy is 4.6%.
Mortgage / mo
$2,800
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $580.
$700
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $750 · units $550
HH Size
3.4
Personal Income / wk
$1,047
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.6%
Unoccupied
20
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.6%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
59.7%
Couples with children
29.1%
Couples, no children
10.3%
Single parent
409
Total families
Economy & Employment
The local economy is anchored by healthcare at 14.2% of workers, Professional and Technical services at 11.8%, education at 10.1%, public administration at 9.2% and retail at 7.8%. Occupations are led by 212 professionals, 158 managers and 119 clerical or administrative workers, supporting a high-income profile with household income at the 97.9th percentile. Labour-force participation is 68.5%, unemployment is 3.9% and full-time employment accounts for 62.2% of workers. SEIFA results are mixed: the Education and Occupation decile is 9 and the IRSAD decile is 8, both above the middle, while Economic Resources is decile 4 and IRSD is decile 6. This gap suggests strong qualifications and occupations coexist with uneven household resources, so prosperity is higher than disadvantage indicators alone might imply.
Unemployment
3.9%
Labour Force
812
Unemployed
32
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
62.2%
Part-time
26.0%
Participation
68.5%
Employed
780
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
49.9%
Postgraduate
13.6%
Born Overseas
41.1%
Dwellings
419
Transport to Work
Macquarie Links has a low-rise residential setting with density of 821 people per square kilometre and a strong work-from-home component of 46.3%. Daily travel is more car-oriented than in transit-focused suburbs: 48.6% of residents drive to work, compared with 2.6% using public transport. That pattern can make local errands and school runs easier by car, while increasing the importance of road access and parking. Families should check nearby school options, sector preferences and enrolment zones against the exact address, since boundaries can cross suburb lines. The IRSAD result is decile 8, above the middle nationally, which aligns with relatively strong access to resources. The area's 1,455 residents and average household size of 3.4 support a settled, family-focused feel, while individual streets should still be assessed for lighting, traffic and pedestrian activity.
Drive
48.6%
Public Transport
2.6%
Walk / Cycle
N/A
Work from Home
46.3%
Growth Outlook
Macquarie Links is following an established growth pattern rather than a sudden development surge. The annual forecast trend is 1.24%, with overseas migration identified as the primary driver, while the wider area's population change over 10 years is 21.6%. The trajectory is classified as Aging, consistent with a 3.3 percentage-point rise in the senior share and a 0.4-point fall in the young share. Gentrification remains at the Early signs stage, with a score of 22, so change is present but not yet dominant. Compared with a high-growth outer-suburban corridor, the pace is measured and likely to be shaped by existing detached housing, family demand and migration rather than a large apartment pipeline. Two development applications in 12 months also point to incremental change.
Population trend: Campbelltown (NSW) council area
Macquarie Links sits in the Campbelltown (NSW) council area. These are the council area's residents, not Macquarie Links's.
Residents 2025
191,285
Growth, 5 yr average
+1.7%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+1.4%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Macquarie Links compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Macquarie Links a good suburb to live in?
Macquarie Links can suit households wanting detached homes, larger floorplans and a settled environment. About 93.6% of dwellings are separate houses, 82.4% have 4 or more bedrooms and the median age is 39. Its 46.3% work-from-home rate may also appeal to residents seeking less frequent commuting.
What is the median house price in Macquarie Links?
A current median house price should be confirmed using recent settled sales and the exact property type. Macquarie Links is dominated by 93.6% separate houses, with 82.4% containing 4 or more bedrooms. Mortgage repayments average $2,800 per month, so buyers should compare sale prices with their borrowing capacity.
What schools are in Macquarie Links?
School choices should be checked by exact address because enrolment zones can cross suburb boundaries. Families can compare nearby public, Catholic and independent options while considering the suburb's 3.4-person average household size and 59.7% share of couples with children. Confirm current places, transport and sector requirements before signing a contract.
Is Macquarie Links safe?
Safety is best assessed at street level by reviewing recent incidents, lighting, traffic and pedestrian activity at different times. Macquarie Links has a density of 821 people per square kilometre and 48.6% of workers drive, so the feel can vary between quieter residential pockets and busier access roads.
Is Macquarie Links good for property investment?
Macquarie Links may suit investors targeting family-oriented detached housing. Rents average $580 per week, vacancy is 4.6% and 14.0% of households rent. Rent growth is 11.1%, while the annual growth trend is 1.24%. Investors should weigh those indicators against the suburb's smaller rental pool and only 2 development applications in 12 months.
How is Macquarie Links's population changing?
The suburb has 1,455 residents today, while the wider area's population change over 10 years is 21.6%. Growth is forecast at 1.24% annually and is primarily driven by overseas migration. The trajectory is Aging, with the senior share up 3.3 percentage points and the young share down 0.4 points.
What languages are spoken in Macquarie Links?
Macquarie Links has strong overseas connections, with 41.1% of residents born overseas. Bengali is recorded for 82 residents, Arabic for 41, Hindi for 29, Urdu for 20 and Greek for 18. English, Filipino, Indian and Chinese ancestries are also prominent, contributing to a multilingual household mix.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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