Nick Papas Suburb Report

Local Market Review Maroubra’s most outstanding feature is Maroubra Beach, the second beach in Australia (after Bells Beach) crowned as a National Surfing Reserve. You’ll find plenty of competitions on the beach, featuring the rock stars of surfing. On dry land, there’s an outdoor gym, plenty of joggers and the occasional beach cricket competition (international standard!). Pacific Square is the major shopping centre and other shops can be found along Anzac Parade, Maroubra Road and surrounding streets. Most locals travel by bus or car. There are many schools servicing Maroubra locals including public, private and religious schools. The size of Maroubra is approximately 6 square kilometres. It has 14 parks covering nearly 15.5% of total area. The predominant age group in Maroubra is 20-29 years. Households in Maroubra are primarily couples with children. In general, people in Maroubra work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 55.3% of the homes in Maroubra were owner-occupied compared with 53.7% in 2016. Currently the median sales price of houses in the area is $2,175,000. Maroubra has weathered a storm of controversy to become one of the most sought-after addresses in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. An alluring coastline and a well catered shopping district keeps the locals’ local and visitors keen.