Marrickville Suburb Profile 

One of Sydney’s most intriguing suburbs, living in Marrickville offers a bohemian vibe with everything you could want. Living in Marrickville means embracing rich diversity celebrated throughout the community, from mouth-watering eateries representing Asia, Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, and Australia, to a thriving art and festival scene that truly puts Marrickville on the map—Sydney’s Fringe Festival, Art Month Sydney, and the Marrickville Festival. 

Bisecting this vibrant Inner West suburb are Marrickville and Illawarra Roads, bustling with activity and adorned with street art by Ces Camilleri of Creative Artistic Steel. But locals aren’t limited to the main arteries; Marrickville boasts one of Sydney’s finest café scenes, with establishments popular for their brew, park-side spots, and unique vibes. 

Well-equipped with a variety of shopping options, including markets and independent grocery stores, Marrickville offers convenience in every direction. For public transport, locals have three train lines, multiple bus routes, and quick access to Sydney’s domestic and international airports. 

Marrickville is also popular with young families, with a range of schools, playgrounds, and community programs that add to its wide appeal. 

Area Features

Wine & Dine

One of the perks of having such a multicultural makeup is the variety of cuisine offerings. On offer are Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Nepalese, Greek, Lebanese, Turkish, Spanish and modern Australian. Eateries, funky drinking establishments and an enviable café scene – Marrickville has it all, and it’s seriously good.

Art & Music

Creative spaces and venues, street art and installations, annual festivals and events – Marrickville loves to celebrate its dynamic art and music scene.

Addison Road Community Centre

At the heart of Marrickville is the ARCCO, which has helped shape Marrickville into what it is today and has been the driver behind many social initiatives and campaigns that have affected all Sydney. Spread out over nine acres, ARCCO is a hub of culture, diversity and sustainability and is the home to the popular weekly farmers’ market.

Markets

This laidback farmers’ market is all about gourmet food and fresh produce. An eclectic line-up of stalls offers a selection of flavours from around the world, mixed with local producers and artisans. The market attracts Sydneysiders from all over. Many choose to linger on picnic blankets and families take advantage of the pony rides and bouncing castle.

Transport

This sprawling Inner West suburb is well-connected, with three train stations – Marrickville, Dulwich Hill and Sydenham – a bus system that services all the main arteries, and Sydney’s international and domestic airports a 15-minute drive away.