Macquarie Fields, NSW 2261
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $340/wk Median
- 42.4% Renters
Macquarie Fields Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.2k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $340
- To the CBD
- 32.2km
- Walkability
- 7.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Macquarie Fields Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Macquarie Fields for the balance it strikes — close enough to Sydney's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 42.4% of the suburb's 14,198 residents rent.
Around Macquarie Fields
Macquarie Fields Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Macquarie Fields Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Macquarie Fields
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Macquarie Fields
Real questions renters ask before moving to Macquarie Fields.
How far is Macquarie Fields from the Sydney CBD?
Macquarie Fields is approximately 32km from the Sydney CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Macquarie Fields?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Macquarie Fields is $340. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $340 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Macquarie Fields?
Macquarie Fields has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 14,198, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Macquarie Fields a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Macquarie Fields has a 42.4% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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