Marsden Park
A 14,610-resident suburb with a median age of 32, Marsden Park is shaped by young households, large detached homes and strong migration inflows. The median age is 8 years below the national figure, while 54.2% of residents were born overseas, 32.6 percentage points above the national result. Income is also high, with household earnings at the 94.9th percentile. With 97.5% separate houses, 67.6% mortgaged dwellings and 3.4 people per household, it is more family-oriented than a compact apartment market. Compared with nearby Schofields and Riverstone, Marsden Park reads as a newer mortgage-belt district because internal migration and a 6.16% annual growth trend are driving expansion.
Population
14,610
Median Age
32.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,722/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
202
Homebuyers should expect a detached, four-bedroom-plus market rather than a small-unit one: 97.5% of dwellings are separate houses, 77.2% have four or more bedrooms and only 0.2% are apartments. The mortgage belt is substantial, with 67.6% of households paying a mortgage and a typical monthly mortgage figure of $2,900. Mortgage costs take a higher share of income than rent costs, at 24.6% versus 20.9%, although both stress flags are false. Compared with a higher-density suburb, Marsden Park suits buyers who value internal space because couples with children make up 69.0% of families. Check estate age, school catchment and commute before choosing between Marsden Park, Schofields and Riverstone.
For Buyers
Homebuyers should expect a detached, four-bedroom-plus market rather than a small-unit one: 97.5% of dwellings are separate houses, 77.2% have four or more bedrooms and only 0.2% are apartments. The mortgage belt is substantial, with 67.6% of households paying a mortgage and a typical monthly mortgage figure of $2,900. Mortgage costs take a higher share of income than rent costs, at 24.6% versus 20.9%, although both stress flags are false. Compared with a higher-density suburb, Marsden Park suits buyers who value internal space because couples with children make up 69.0% of families. Check estate age, school catchment and commute before choosing between Marsden Park, Schofields and Riverstone.
For Investors
Investors get a high-growth, tenant-relevant market, but new supply needs close tracking. Renting accounts for 21.2% of dwellings, weekly rent is $570 and vacancy is 2.8%, a combination that can support leasing demand while still leaving exposure to changing supply. The past 12 months recorded 205 development applications, including homes, offices and subdivisions, so competition between newer stock and established rentals may be higher than in a constrained suburb. The annual growth trend is 6.16%, driven primarily by internal migration, and rent growth is 185.0%. Household income at the 94.9th percentile is above the national midpoint, but investors should test yields against the $2,900 monthly mortgage figure and worsening affordability.
Development Activity
Total DAs
1,919
Last 12 Months
202
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-40.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Marsden Park
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Demographics
Demographically, Marsden Park is younger and more internationally connected than Australia overall. Median age is 32, or 8 years below the national figure, and 54.2% of residents were born overseas, 32.6 percentage points above the national result. University qualification attainment is 58.3%, 28.2 points above the national comparison, helping explain the strong professional presence. Household size averages 3.4 people, 0.9 above the national figure, because 69.0% of families are couples with children. Indian ancestry counts 3,628 and Filipino ancestry 2,154, while Christianity totals 5,863 and Hinduism 3,626. Guj-language responses number 658 and Punjabi responses 623. Compared with nearby Schofields and Riverstone, this is a younger family catchment with a stronger overseas-born share.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
97.5%
Houses
2.3%
Townhouse
0.2%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is overwhelmingly detached and family-sized, which sets Marsden Park apart from a unit-led market. Separate houses account for 97.5% of dwellings, compared with 0.2% apartments and 2.3% semi-detached homes; 77.2% contain four or more bedrooms. Tenure is tilted toward recent buyers, with 67.6% paying a mortgage, 10.5% owning outright and 21.2% renting. That pattern fits a growth corridor because new households are more likely to enter with debt than long-established owners. The monthly mortgage figure is $2,900 versus weekly rent of $570, while mortgage and rent shares are 24.6% and 20.9% respectively. Compared with nearby Schofields and Riverstone, inspect lot size, build quality and estate stage rather than treating all detached stock as equivalent.
Mortgage / mo
$2,900
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $570.
$830
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $850 · units $560
HH Size
3.4
Personal Income / wk
$1,131
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
2.8%
Unoccupied
121
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.6%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
69.0%
Couples with children
22.3%
Couples, no children
7.9%
Single parent
3,975
Total families
Economy & Employment
Marsden Park has a high-income, service-led economy. Healthcare is the largest industry at 19.2% and 1,053 workers, followed by Professional/Tech at 11.2% and 617, Finance at 9.5% and 523, Retail at 7.9% and 433, and Transport at 7.3% and 400. Professionals are the largest occupation group at 2,152, ahead of Clerical/Admin at 1,119 and Managers at 866, which aligns with household income at the 94.9th percentile. Labour-force participation is 71.9%, full-time employment is 66.6% and unemployment is 3.9%, supporting spending and mortgage capacity. SEIFA places the area in decile 10 for IRSAD, IRSD and IER, with IEO in decile 8. That IEO result is lower than the three decile-10 measures, suggesting education and occupation are strong but not quite as elevated as overall advantage and economic resources.
Unemployment
3.9%
Labour Force
7,343
Unemployed
286
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
66.6%
Part-time
21.6%
Participation
71.9%
Employed
7,057
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
58.3%
Postgraduate
19.0%
Born Overseas
54.2%
Dwellings
4,171
Transport to Work
Livability is strongest for households that can rely on a car or work from home. Car driving accounts for 46.5% of travel patterns and working from home for 48.1%, while public transport is 2.5% and walking or cycling is 0.2%, so daily convenience may depend on trip planning and road access. Three local government schools cover two primary options, Marsden Park Public School and Northbourne Public School, plus Melonba High School for secondary years. Check enrolment zones against the exact address, since boundaries can cut across new estates. Socioeconomic scores are strong, with IRSAD and IRSD both in decile 10, IER in decile 10 and IEO in decile 8, all above the midpoint. Use current NSW Police and council information for street-level safety decisions.
Drive
46.5%
Public Transport
2.5%
Walk / Cycle
0.2%
Work from Home
48.1%
Population Forecast
+6.16%/yr
(+1,876 people/yr)
High GrowthMarsden Park is on a high-growth trajectory: the annual trend is 6.16%, with internal migration identified as the primary driver. The wider area's ten-year population change is 1,674.2%, while the shift trajectory is labelled Rejuvenating and the young share has increased by 13.6 percentage points. These movements fit the suburb's 32-year median age and 69.0% share of couples with children, because incoming households are reinforcing a young family base. Pressure is building on affordability, which moved from 42.8 in 2011 to 49.9 in 2021, with the later figure higher and the trend labelled Worsening; rent growth is 185.0%. Gentrification is not the current story: the score is 0 and the stage is Not gentrifying, so expansion is more closely tied to new households and development than inner-area reinvention.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+209
Net Internal / yr
+3,071
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Marsden Park compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marsden Park a good suburb to live in?
Marsden Park suits households wanting newer detached homes, space and a young family setting. The median age is 32, 97.5% of dwellings are separate houses and 48.1% of residents work from home. Car access is important because 46.5% drive, compared with 2.5% using public transport.
What is the median house price in Marsden Park?
A current median house price is not stated, so use recent settled sales for the relevant period and estate. Marsden Park is 97.5% separate houses, 77.2% of homes have four or more bedrooms and the typical mortgage figure is $2,900 per month. Those features make dwelling size and build age important when comparing sales.
What schools are in Marsden Park?
Marsden Park Public School and Northbourne Public School provide government primary options, while Melonba High School provides a government secondary option. That gives the suburb 3 listed local schools across 2 stages. Check the exact enrolment zone for any address because boundaries can change across newer estates.
Is Marsden Park safe?
Use current NSW Police information and inspect the exact street before deciding, because safety can vary locally. Marsden Park has 14,610 residents, while 46.5% drive and 2.5% use public transport. Those transport figures describe daily travel patterns, not crime levels, so they should not be treated as a safety measure.
Is Marsden Park good for property investment?
Marsden Park has investment appeal, but supply should be monitored closely. Renting accounts for 21.2% of dwellings, weekly rent is $570, vacancy is 2.8% and 205 development applications were recorded in 12 months. The annual growth trend is 6.16%, driven by internal migration, while rent growth is 185.0%.
How is Marsden Park's population changing?
Marsden Park has 14,610 residents today and sits on a rapid-growth trajectory. Across the wider area, population change over 10 years is 1,674.2%, with a 6.16% annual trend driven by internal migration. The trajectory is Rejuvenating, young share is up 13.6 percentage points and the gentrification score is 0.
What languages are spoken in Marsden Park?
Marsden Park has an overseas-born share of 54.2%, which is 32.6 percentage points above the national result. The largest listed language groups are Guj with 658 responses, Punjabi with 623, Hindi with 408, Urdu with 158 and Malayalam with 125. Indian and Filipino ancestry counts are 3,628 and 2,154.
What development is occurring in Marsden Park?
There were 205 development applications in the past 12 months, including dwelling works, office premises and subdivisions. This level of activity supports the suburb's high-growth status, but buyers should check the exact project, road access and construction timing. New supply can improve amenity while also creating more rental competition.
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). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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