Kingsford vs Maroubra
The verdict
Maroubra is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.90M versus $2.97M in Kingsford. Kingsford rates higher for transport (87 vs 59). Maroubra is closer to the coast (1.3 km vs 2.7 km). On the separate residential safety score, Maroubra rates higher (68 vs 60/100 in Kingsford).
Scores
| Kingsford | Maroubra | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 92 | 79 |
| Transport | 87 | 59 |
| Education | 90 | 85 |
| Liveability | 100 | 95 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Kingsford | Maroubra | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,492 | 30,722 |
| Median age | 33 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,892 | $2,141 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 63.4% | 57.3% |
| Born in Australia | 46.4% | 53.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.5 | 2.4 |
Growth: Kingsford Moderate Growth · Maroubra Stable
Property
| Kingsford | Maroubra | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.97M | $2.90M |
| Median unit price | $982K | $1.18M |
| House price YoY | -1.8% | -12.1% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,125 | $1,400 |
| Rental yield (house) | 2.1% | 2.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 51 | 63 |
Median price history
Safety
| Kingsford | Maroubra | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 60 | 68 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 178 | 137 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 163 | 150 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 252 | 257 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,018 | 5,267 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Kingsford | Maroubra | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 11 |
| Government | 0 | 3 |
| Independent | 1 | 5 |
| Average ICSEA | Data not available | 1,077 |
See the full school list on each profile: Kingsford · Maroubra
Transport
| Kingsford | Maroubra | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 87 | 59 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 44 | 136 |
| Light rail stops | 2 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 30 | 38 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.3 km | 5.7 km |
Liveability
| Kingsford | Maroubra | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.5°C | 17.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,090 | 1,090 |
| Supermarkets | 6 | 3 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 40 | 23 |
| Parks | 8 | 25 |
| Playgrounds | 1 | 12 |
| Swimming pools | 20 | 64 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 2.7 km | 1.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 6.1 km | 8.6 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 2.7 km | 1.3 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.1 km | 2.8 km |
Population & growth
| Kingsford | Maroubra | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 13,492 | 30,722 |
| Estimated 2025 | 16,730 | 32,121 |
| Projected 2041 | 17,196 | 32,980 |
| Annual growth rate | 5.52% | 1.12% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Kingsford or Maroubra?
Maroubra has the higher residential safety score (Kingsford 60/100 vs Maroubra 68/100).
Which is more affordable, Kingsford or Maroubra?
Maroubra is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.90M versus $2.97M.
Which has better public transport, Kingsford or Maroubra?
Kingsford has the higher transport score (Kingsford 87/100 vs Maroubra 59/100).
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