Marsden Park, NSW: suburb profile
The population of Marsden Park NSW is 14,610 according to the 2021 Census. The median personal income in Marsden Park is $1,131 per week ($58,812 per year). Median rent in Marsden Park is $570 per week ($2,470 per month). Marsden Park has a median age of 32 years, younger than the national median of 38. Marsden Park has a population density of 1,133 people per km².
The most common overseas birthplace in Marsden Park is India. The most common religion is Hinduism (24.8% of residents). After English, the most spoken language is Gujarati. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Marsden Park is $2,900.
There were 162 recorded offences in Marsden Park in 2025-26, a rate of 11 offences per 1,000 people. The most common offence category was theft (92 offences).
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS Census of Population and Housing 2021; offences from NSW BOCSAR (bocsar.nsw.gov.au), 2025-26.
Marsden Park vs the typical NSW suburb
The median personal income in Marsden Park is $1,131 a week, 48% above the typical NSW suburb ($765). That ranks 193rd of 2,150 NSW suburbs with 200 or more residents. Median rent is $570 a week, $185 more than the typical NSW suburb. Rent takes 20.9% of the median household income here, against 22.6% in the typical NSW suburb. The median resident is 32, 11 years younger than in the typical NSW suburb (43).
| Measure | Marsden Park | Typical NSW | Difference | Typical Australia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal income | $1,131/wk | $765/wk | +48% | $766/wk |
| Household income | $2,722/wk | $1,704/wk | +60% | $1,637/wk |
| Rent | $570/wk | $385/wk | +48% | $330/wk |
| Mortgage repayment | $2,900/mo | $1,965/mo | +48% | $1,733/mo |
| Median age | 32 | 43 | −11 yrs | 42 |
| Rent share of household income | 20.9% | 22.6% | −1.6 pts | 20.3% |
Marsden Park Population
14,610 residents at the 2021 Census.
Marsden Park Median Income & Rent
Valid: Census 2021 · Source: ABS Census of Population and Housing.
Marsden Park Rent Prices & Affordability
21% of median household income goes on median rent
Marks at 25% and 35%. Band: affordable.
Rent is under 25% of household income, generally considered affordable.
Median rent in Marsden Park against your income
Marsden Park Schools
Showing 15 of 20 schools.
Source: Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), 2025. ICSEA is the Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (national average 1000).
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People in Marsden Park
Demographics
Gender Split
Population Density
Households
Age Distribution
Source: ABS Census 2021, Suburb and Locality (SAL)
Most common overseas birthplaces
Shares are of all residents. Source: ABS Census 2021, G09 Country of Birth by SAL
Most common languages at home other than English
Shares are of all residents. Source: ABS Census 2021, G13 Language Used at Home by SAL
Ancestry
Shares are of the suburb population. People can report up to two ancestries, so shares add to more than 100%. Source: ABS Census 2021, G08 Ancestry by SAL
Religion
Source: ABS Census 2021, G14 Religion by SAL
Indigenous Population
Source: ABS Census 2021, G07 Indigenous Status by SAL
Marital Status
Source: ABS Census 2021, G05 Marital Status by SAL
Family Structure
Source: ABS Census 2021, G29 Family Composition by SAL
Household Size
Source: ABS Census 2021, G35 Household Size by SAL
Homes in Marsden Park
Housing Tenure
Of the 4,175 occupied private dwellings in Marsden Park at the 2021 Census, 20.9% were rented, 10.4% owned outright and 66.5% owned with a mortgage.
Source: ABS Census 2021, Suburb and Locality (SAL)
Dwelling Types
Source: ABS Census 2021, G36 Dwelling Structure by SAL
Number of Bedrooms
Source: ABS Census 2021, G41 Number of Bedrooms by SAL
Monthly Mortgage Repayments
Source: ABS Census 2021, G38 Mortgage Repayment by SAL
Car Ownership
Source: ABS Census 2021, G34 Motor Vehicles per Dwelling by SAL
Work, income and education in Marsden Park
Employment
Source: ABS Census 2021, G46 Labour Force Status by SAL
Occupation
Source: ABS Census 2021, G51 Industry of Employment by Occupation
Weekly Household Income
Source: ABS Census 2021, G33 Household Income by SAL
Personal Weekly Income Distribution
Source: ABS Census 2021, G17 Personal Income by SAL
How People Get to Work
Source: ABS Census 2021, G62 Method of Travel to Work by SAL
Education Level
Shares are of people whose highest year of school is Year 9 to 12 only. Source: ABS Census 2021, G16 Highest Year of School by SAL
Qualifications
Source: ABS Census 2021, G49 Non-School Qualification by SAL
Field of Study
Source: ABS Census 2021, G51 Field of Study by SAL
School & University Attendance
Source: ABS Census 2021, G15 Type of Educational Institution by SAL
More from the 2021 Census
Need for Assistance
Source: ABS Census 2021, G18 Core Activity Need for Assistance by SAL
Long-term Health Conditions
Source: ABS Census 2021, G19 Long-term Health Conditions by SAL
Unpaid Carers
Source: ABS Census 2021, G25 Unpaid Assistance by SAL
Volunteering
Source: ABS Census 2021, G23 Voluntary Work by SAL
Military Service
Source: ABS Census 2021, G22 ADF Service by SAL
Children Ever Born
Source: ABS Census 2021, G28 Children Ever Born by SAL
When Migrants Arrived
Source: ABS Census 2021, G10 Year of Arrival by SAL
Population Mobility
Source: ABS Census 2021, G43 Summary by SAL
Where Residents Moved From
Source: ABS Census 2021, G44 Address 1 Year Ago by SAL
Unpaid Domestic Work
Source: ABS Census 2021, G24 Unpaid Domestic Work by SAL
Family Blending
Source: ABS Census 2021, G31 Family Blending by SAL
Marsden Park Crime Statistics
162 reported offences in 2025-26, by category.
Total offences by year
Source: NSW BOCSAR (bocsar.nsw.gov.au).
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Suburbs near Marsden Park
The closest suburb to Marsden Park is Bidwill (NSW), 2.6 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Marsden Park
What is the population of Marsden Park NSW?
The population of Marsden Park NSW is 14,610 according to the ABS Census 2021. The suburb has a population density of 1,133 people per km². Marsden Park is ranked #297 out of 14,663 suburbs by population.
What is the median income in Marsden Park?
The median personal income in Marsden Park NSW is $1,131 per week, or $58,812 per year. The median household income is $2,722 per week. Family income is $2,734 per week. Marsden Park is ranked #609 by income out of 14,663 Australian suburbs.
How much is rent in Marsden Park?
Median rent in Marsden Park NSW is $570 per week ($2,470 per month). Rent represents 20.9% of household income, which is considered affordable. Marsden Park ranks #315 out of 14,663 suburbs by rent.
What are mortgage repayments in Marsden Park?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in Marsden Park NSW is $2,900. This data comes from the ABS Census 2021 and reflects mortgage repayments for owner-occupied dwellings.
What is the median age in Marsden Park?
The median age in Marsden Park NSW is 32 years. This is younger than the national median age of 38 years.
Is Marsden Park a good suburb to live in?
Marsden Park is a suburb in New South Wales with a population of 14,610. The median income is $1,131/wk, which is above the typical NSW suburb ($765/wk). Rent affordability is rated as affordable (20.9% of household income). See the full suburb profile above for detailed statistics.
Data: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. SA2 area: 12515. All dollar figures in AUD.