MARRICKVILLE
Investor score
48
Vacancy rate is a modelled estimate. Price, rent and annual growth use real government data (see source labels on each card). This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
$1,387,500
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
2.8%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
-31.1%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for MARRICKVILLE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MARRICKVILLE shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
Median rent
$750/wk
NSW Fair Trading · Apr 2026
Demand change
+5.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
-14.2
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
0.97%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
57 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.1%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
MARRICKVILLE is a metropolitan NSW suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro NSW suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.8% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,166/wk
$94k taxable p.a.
Renters
46.7%
51.1% owner-occupier
Median age
37.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.3%
Population growth
+2.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
16.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
30%
66% apartments
Degree qualified
56.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
38.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
170 m²
Apartment/strata
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
17.2%
High Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
6.9 km
Middle ring
Days on market
31 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
65.9%
Strong demand
Walkability
27 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
6.6 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
12,407/km²
Very dense urban
Schools in postcode 2204
🏫Primary (5)
Wilkins Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Ferncourt Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Marrickville Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
St Brigid's Catholic Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Marrickville West Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Marrickville High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Casimir Catholic College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (1)
St Maroun's College
Independent · Yrs K-12
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Safe1.9 offences / 100 persons
Source: NSW BOCSAR · 2024-25
School quality
Above average8 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
38
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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