Not only is Marrickville one of Sydney's most multicultural inner city suburbs, but it has also become one of the trendiest neighbourhoods in the inner west.
From its top-notch Vietnamese and Filipino restaurants and grocers to its thriving craft brewery and pub scene, this suburb has a lot to offer its locals. Apart from its many hospitality options, there are walks around the Cooks River Foreshore and sunny hangs in the beautiful Enmore, Marrickville and Henson Parks to look forward to.
Not only is Marrickville one of Sydney's most multicultural inner city suburbs, but it has also become one of the trendiest neighbourhoods in the inner west.
The suburb was founded by Thomas Chalder in 1855, who named his 24-hectare estate ‘Marrick’ after his hometown in Yorkshire, England. William Dean, the publican of the Marrick Hotel (now the site of much-loved pub The Henson) completed the name, calling it Marrickville when the neighbourhood was officially gazetted in 1861.
The neighbourhood’s two train stations, Marrickville and Sydenham, both offer direct access to the CBD, as well as transport west to Bankstown and south to the Illawarra region. To hop around within the inner west, a wide range of bus lines run to and from Marrickville, with direct access to the neighbouring suburbs of Newtown and Enmore.
If you’re looking to buy in Marrickville, median property prices range from around $750,000 for units and around $1.4-million for houses. The area has seen considerable growth in recent years, too, with the five-year sale growth rate currently at 3.1-percent for houses and 2.9-percent for units. Check out NAB’s Property Report to learn more, then use its handy Home Loan Calculator to find out how much you can borrow. Or, book an appointment here.
With seven craft breweries calling Marrickville home (and many more within walking distance), a brewery crawl is a great way to spend a day with mates. Apart from all of the breweries, the suburb also boasts some of the most authentic Vietnamese food in the city, so you’ll have plenty of top-notch options for eating and drinking out.
Living in Marrickville
Discover the spots that could become your new local favourites.
Cafes
We'll take your smashed avo and raise you a spicy cod roe melt, crème brûlée brioche and Cuban-style pork stew.
1. Matinee Coffee
2. Stix - CLOSED
3. Ona Marrickville
4. Kurumac
5. Two Chaps
Restaurants
Cheap and cheerful takeaway? Or an all-out, wear-your-stretchy-pants feast? Either way, you're sorted.
1. Marrickville Pork Roll
2. Pepito's
3. Barzaari
4. Hello Auntie
5. Pizza Madre
Watering Holes
It may be lauded for its craft breweries — but Marrickville also boasts refurbished pubs, cosy wine bars and more.
1. Where's Nick
2. Wildflower Brewing & Blending
3. Henson Park Hotel
4. Poor Toms Gin Hall
5. The Marrickville Hotel
Shops
Looking for a really specific item? You'll probably find it at one of Marrickville's many specialty shops and warehouses.
1. Bucket Boys Craft Beer Co.
2. Whole Beast Butchery
3. Paesanella Food Emporium
4. Hypmotive Hub
5. Plantgirl
Leisure and Outdoors
Brewing masterclasses, wheel throwing and ample reading material — downtime is a little different here.
1. Marrickville Library and Pavilion
2. Makerspace & Co
3. Henson Park
4. The Hop & Grain Brew Store
5. Marrickville Organic Food Market
After-Dark Action
Is Marrickville almost single-handedly responsible for keeping Sydney's live music scene thriving?
1. Factory Theatre
2. Lazybones Lounge
3. Marrickville Bowling & Recreation Club
4. Gasoline Pony
5. Red Rattler
Living in Marrickville
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Top image: The Marrickville Hotel, Kimberley Low