Maroubra NSW 2035 property reports

Maroubra NSW 2035

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Suburb summary

Maroubra, NSW 2035, is a large coastal suburb in Sydney’s City & Eastern Suburbs region, governed by Randwick City Council. Covering about 5.9 sq km, it has 30,688 residents, a median age of 37, and generally above-average household income. Maroubra is known for its beachfront setting, beach lifestyle and strong local community, with Maroubra Beach a key drawcard. Housing is mixed, with apartments making up 45% and separate houses 28%. The suburb has strong primary and secondary school ratings, solid retail, walkability and culture scores, many bus services, and around 35 minutes to the CBD by public transport. Pacific Square and nearby Westfield Eastgardens serve major shopping needs.

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Suburb median

$2.9M

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House sales

165

In past 12 months

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Demographic info

Median age

39 years

Renters

40%

Top 3 occupations

Professionals30%
Managers20%
Technicians and Trades Workers10%

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Living in Maroubra NSW 2035: Suburb Profile & FAQs

Note: Data is sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census data and knest.ai internal statistical data.

Is Maroubra NSW 2035 a good suburb for families?

Maroubra NSW 2035 is a mixed but still solid suburb for families, especially for buyers who value beachside living and strong schooling more than a quiet, low-density feel. The school ratings are a clear strength, with both primary and secondary education sitting at 10 out of 10, which will stand out for buyers focused on long-term schooling. Family presence is also meaningful rather than marginal, with 5.9% of residents aged 0 to 4 and 10.5% aged 5 to 14, while the average household size of 2.5 suggests a broad mix of couples, families and smaller households. Maroubra also still has a reasonable detached housing base at 28%, although apartments make up a larger 45% share. The main trade-off is that safety is only 2 out of 5, and the suburb is denser and more active than many buyers picture when they search for a classic family-friendly suburb. For families who want schools, coastal lifestyle and day-to-day convenience, Maroubra can still be a good suburb for families.

What is it like to live in Maroubra NSW 2035?

Living in Maroubra NSW 2035 feels coastal, practical and active rather than polished or sleepy. The suburb character points to a beach lifestyle with a real local community feel, and that matches the data well: Maroubra sits in the City & Eastern Suburbs, has beachfront access, and scores 4 out of 5 for retail, walkability and culture. In day-to-day terms, that means many buyers will find it easier to combine beach time, casual shopping, local food and regular errands without everything feeling car-dependent. Maroubra’s lifestyle appeal is obvious for people who want everyday access to the coast without giving up urban convenience. The compromise is that it is not especially leafy, with canopy cover at 13.49%, and the safety rating of 2 out of 5 means the suburb may feel busier and more mixed than buyers seeking a calmer, more sheltered environment might prefer. Maroubra lifestyle suits people who like energy, convenience and the beach in the same suburb.

Is Maroubra NSW 2035 well connected for commuting?

Maroubra NSW 2035 is reasonably well connected for commuting, but it is more bus-reliant than rail-based. There is no train, metro or light rail station in the suburb itself, so buyers looking for direct rail access should be clear-eyed about that from the start. The good news is that bus service is strong, with many buses available, and the average commute to the Sydney CBD is about 35 minutes by public transport and 20 minutes by car. For an eastern suburbs beachside location, that keeps Maroubra in a workable range for many professionals. In practical terms, public transport is usable rather than seamless, and driving can be attractive when traffic conditions cooperate. The trade-off is choice: commuters do not get the same transport flexibility as suburbs with train or metro access, and some buyers will find bus-based travel less predictable or less appealing for daily city trips. Maroubra is still good for commuters who prioritise coastal living and can accept that the network is solid, not elite.

Who does Maroubra NSW 2035 suit best?

Maroubra NSW 2035 suits beach-oriented professionals, higher-income households and buyers who want an eastern suburbs lifestyle without committing only to prestige-house stock. The resident profile points that way quite clearly. Professionals are the largest occupation group at 32.69%, managers add another 15.26%, and nearly 47.94% of residents are managers or professionals overall. Median weekly personal income is $774 and median family income is $2,221, while the median age of 37 suggests a mature working-age suburb rather than a predominantly student or retiree market. Housing is mixed, with 45% apartments and 28% separate houses, and about 41.78% of homes are rented, so Maroubra attracts both owner-occupiers and a more active rental market. That combination makes it appealing for buyers who want flexibility, beach access and a lively local mix. It may suit buyers wanting a large, quiet, house-dominant family environment less well, especially if they want a more tightly held or less apartment-heavy suburb.

What are the pros and cons of living in Maroubra NSW 2035?

The main trade-off in Maroubra NSW 2035 is that you get genuine beachside lifestyle and everyday convenience, but you give up some calmness and traditional suburban feel in return. On the plus side, Maroubra performs well where many buyers care most: it has beachfront access, strong retail and walkability at 4 out of 5, cultural life at 4 out of 5, and many bus services for getting around. It also offers a housing mix that includes both apartments and houses, which broadens buyer choice. Public transport and driving times to the CBD are also quite workable for a coastal suburb. The downside is that safety sits at 2 out of 5, tree canopy is a modest 13.49%, and there is no train, metro or ferry service in the suburb. For some buyers, that means Maroubra can feel more urban, active and bus-dependent than expected. Still, for buyers who value the beach, local amenity and a lived-in community atmosphere, those disadvantages may be a fair exchange.

What are property prices like in Maroubra NSW 2035?

Property prices in Maroubra NSW 2035 are expensive by normal Sydney buyer expectations, though not every part of the market sits at the same level. Recent sales show a median apartment price of about $1.243 million across 69 sales, while houses are in a much higher bracket with a median around $2.88 million across 21 sales. That gap tells buyers something important: Maroubra offers two different entry points depending on whether you are chasing beachside apartment living or a freestanding family house. Apartments are still a serious budget commitment, but they are the more accessible path into the suburb. Houses, by contrast, come with substantial budget pressure and likely appeal more to established upgraders and higher-income family buyers. The trade-off is straightforward. You are paying for a coastal eastern suburbs location, strong schools and lifestyle appeal, but the premium for land is significant. For buyers considering buying property in Maroubra, budget planning matters just as much as suburb fit.