Maraylya
Car dependence and household wealth are the clearest signals in Maraylya: only 0.7% of residents use public transport, while household income sits at the 93.7th percentile nationally. The suburb has 1,281 residents across 19.42 square kilometres, a density of 66.0 people per square kilometre, and 98.4% of dwellings are separate houses. Compared with nearby Riverstone, this is a lower-density, larger-home profile, reinforced by 64.6% of homes having four or more bedrooms. A 38.9% work-from-home rate may soften commuting pressure, but daily life remains car-led.
Local council: The Hills (56% of the suburb; the rest sits in a neighbouring council)
Population
1,281
Median Age
41.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,607/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
19
Maraylya suits buyers prioritising detached space over apartment access. Separate houses account for 98.4% of dwellings, and 64.6% have four or more bedrooms, so the housing choice is skewed toward family-scale properties. The typical mortgage repayment is $2,750 a month, while mortgage costs equal 24.4% of household income and rent equals 19.2%, both below the stated stress flags. Compared with apartment-led suburbs, this layout can provide more land and storage, but buyers should test maintenance, insurance and travel costs against the exact property. With 39.5% owning outright and 42.2% paying a mortgage, owner occupation is higher than the 16.3% rental share.
For Buyers
Maraylya suits buyers prioritising detached space over apartment access. Separate houses account for 98.4% of dwellings, and 64.6% have four or more bedrooms, so the housing choice is skewed toward family-scale properties. The typical mortgage repayment is $2,750 a month, while mortgage costs equal 24.4% of household income and rent equals 19.2%, both below the stated stress flags. Compared with apartment-led suburbs, this layout can provide more land and storage, but buyers should test maintenance, insurance and travel costs against the exact property. With 39.5% owning outright and 42.2% paying a mortgage, owner occupation is higher than the 16.3% rental share.
For Investors
Maraylya's rental case is shaped by a small tenant base and detached housing. Only 16.3% of households rent, compared with 39.5% owning outright and 42.2% holding a mortgage, so rental demand may be less deep than in a more renter-heavy suburb. Weekly rent is $500 and vacancy is 6.0%, a looser leasing setting than a tightly held market, which can improve tenant choice but increase letting risk. The 98.4% separate-house share supports family-oriented stock, while 21 development applications in 12 months could add competing dwellings or services. Investors should stress-test insurance, repairs and vacancy rather than relying on gross rent alone.
Development Activity
Total DAs
116
Last 12 Months
19
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+11.8%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Maraylya
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Longneck Lagoon Environmental Education Centre
Demographics
Maraylya has a family-weighted profile: median age is 41, which is 1.0 year above the national figure, and average household size is 3.3 people, 0.8 above national. University attainment is 26.3%, or 3.8 percentage points below national, while overseas-born residents make up 12.5%, 9.1 points below national. English ancestry leads at 519 people, followed by Maltese 163, Irish 133, Scottish 113 and Italian 96. Christianity counts 914 residents versus 320 reporting no religion. Compared with nearby Riverstone, Maraylya's low turnover, with 86.0% staying at the same address, points to a more settled social pattern.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
98.4%
Houses
0.0%
Townhouse
0.8%
Apartment
Tenure
Maraylya's housing stock is unusually concentrated in large detached homes. Separate houses represent 98.4% of dwellings, apartments 0.8%, and four-plus-bedroom homes 64.6%, compared with 25.5% with three bedrooms and 6.1% with two. Tenure is split between 39.5% owned outright and 42.2% with a mortgage, while 16.3% rent. That mix suggests long-term family occupation because mortgage holders and outright owners together far exceed renters. The $2,750 monthly mortgage equals 24.4% of household income, below the rent and mortgage stress flags, and the $500 weekly rent is 19.2% of income. Compared with nearby Riverstone, Maraylya's detached emphasis should be assessed alongside land, upkeep and access costs.
Mortgage / mo
$2,750
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $500.
$830
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $850 · units $560
HH Size
3.3
Personal Income / wk
$970
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.0%
Unoccupied
24
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.2%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.4%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
56.3%
Couples with children
32.6%
Couples, no children
11.1%
Single parent
350
Total families
Economy & Employment
Maraylya's employment base is anchored by construction, which accounts for 24.0% of workers and 113 people, followed by education at 15.3% and 72, healthcare at 11.0% and 52, manufacturing at 9.1% and 43, and public administration at 6.4% and 30. The occupation mix is led by trades at 158, managers 142 and professionals 105, matching the built-environment and service profile. Unemployment is 2.1% with participation at 70.9%, while household income ranks at the 93.7th percentile nationally. Compared with lower-income outer-metro areas, that income position may support housing resilience, although commuting and industry concentration still matter.
Unemployment
2.1%
Labour Force
718
Unemployed
15
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
54.5%
Part-time
34.0%
Participation
70.9%
Employed
703
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
26.3%
Postgraduate
5.8%
Born Overseas
12.5%
Dwellings
371
Transport to Work
Maraylya works best for households comfortable with driving and a lower-density routine. Car drivers account for 54.9% of residents, compared with only 0.7% using public transport, while 38.9% work from home and 2.8% walk or cycle. Two local education facilities are both government-operated, spanning a primary school and an environmental education centre; check enrolment zones against the exact address. Compared with rail-oriented suburbs, transport choice is narrower, so school runs and shopping are more car-dependent. A current suburb-level crime rate and SEIFA decile should be checked before purchase, while 14.7% volunteering suggests some local civic participation.
Drive
54.9%
Public Transport
0.7%
Walk / Cycle
2.8%
Work from Home
38.9%
Growth Outlook
Maraylya's immediate growth signal is local development activity: 21 applications were recorded across 12 months, including new dwelling-house proposals and an eco-tourist facility application. Compared with a settled low-density suburb with little construction, that pipeline points to incremental change rather than a sudden apartment-led shift. The existing base of 1,281 residents, 19.42 square kilometres and 66.0 people per square kilometre leaves room for infill or larger-lot redevelopment, but the 98.4% separate-house share means the physical character is likely to change gradually. Track approval outcomes, completed dwellings and infrastructure capacity because applications do not automatically become occupied homes.
Population trend: The Hills council area
About 56% of Maraylya sits in The Hills; the rest is in a neighbouring council. These are the council area's residents, not Maraylya's.
Residents 2025
222,675
Growth, 5 yr average
+3.6%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+3.2%
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 Maraylya compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maraylya a good suburb to live in?
Maraylya can suit households wanting space, large homes and a quieter routine. It has 1,281 residents, 98.4% separate houses and 64.6% four-plus-bedroom dwellings. Compared with a more apartment-oriented suburb, transport is less convenient because 54.9% drive and only 0.7% use public transport.
What is the median house price in Maraylya?
A suburb-wide median house price is not stated. Buyers can use the $500 weekly rent, 98.4% separate-house share and 64.6% four-plus-bedroom share as context, then compare recent sales for similar land, dwelling size and condition rather than applying an apartment-market benchmark.
What schools are in Maraylya?
Maraylya has 2 local education facilities: Maraylya Public School, a government primary school, and Longneck Lagoon Environmental Education Centre, a government environmental education centre. Confirm enrolment zones and travel arrangements for the exact address, especially because 54.9% of residents drive and only 0.7% use public transport.
Is Maraylya safe?
No suburb-specific crime rate is stated, so safety should be checked using current NSW Police information and recent local reports. Maraylya has 1,281 residents across 19.42 square kilometres, but population density alone cannot establish risk. Compare the exact street and surrounding routes before signing a contract.
Is Maraylya good for property investment?
Maraylya may suit investors targeting detached family housing, but the rental pool is relatively small: 16.3% rent, versus 39.5% owning outright and 42.2% with a mortgage. Weekly rent is $500, vacancy is 6.0%, and 21 development applications were recorded over 12 months. Compared with a renter-heavy suburb, investors should allow for softer tenant depth and future competition.
How is Maraylya's population changing?
Maraylya's current population is 1,281, with a settled mobility pattern: 86.0% stayed at the same address and turnover was 14.0%. Growth is also visible through 21 development applications in 12 months. Compared with a rapidly changing suburb, this points to gradual population change linked to new housing and local projects rather than a sudden shift.
What development is planned in Maraylya?
Twenty-one development applications were recorded over 12 months, including new dwelling houses and an eco-tourist facility proposal. That is more activity than a no-growth setting, but applications are not completed projects. Check approval status, construction timing, road capacity and services before assuming the pipeline will change housing supply.
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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