Maroubra, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Maroubra, in the Randwick City Council local government area.
| Locality | Maroubra |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Randwick City Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -33.94541 |
| Longitude | 151.24411 |
| Population | 30,224 |
| Density | 5012.3 /km² |
| Area | 6.0 km² |
| Elevation | 24 m |
| Postcode | 2035 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 9 km south-southeast |
Maroubra is a locality in the Randwick City Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of 30,224. The locality covers an area of 6.0 km², giving a population density of about 5012.3 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 24 m above sea level. It lies approximately 9 km south-southeast of Sydney. Maroubra is located at 33.9454°S, 151.2441°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2035.
Maroubra’s long, sweeping curve of sand, a pale crescent against the restless blue Pacific, is the undeniable heart of this coastal suburb. It lies 3.0 km south of Randwick, NSW (from Randwick, NSW: bearing 177°T), and is situated 9.2 km south-south-east of Sydney. Here, the land slopes gently from the hinterland's suburban sprawl down to the ocean's edge, a terrain shaped by wind and water, where the air carries the sharp tang of salt and the distant roar of breaking waves is a constant companion. Cliffs, weathered and scarred by countless seasons, stand sentinel over the churning surf, their surfaces a mosaic of ochre and grey, while hardy coastal scrub clings tenaciously to the bluffs, a testament to nature's enduring grip. Even on still days, a subtle energy hums through Maroubra, a restless spirit that seems to emanate from the very ocean itself.
The story of Maroubra is one of gradual settlement, its early days tied to the practicalities of coastal life and the burgeoning needs of a growing Sydney. While not a hub of heavy industry, its proximity to the sea has always influenced its character, fostering a spirit of resilience and a connection to the water that continues to define it. The local economy, once perhaps more directly linked to fishing and modest agriculture in the surrounding areas, has largely transitioned to supporting a vibrant residential population, with small business centres and services catering to the daily lives of its inhabitants. Maroubra’s distinctive identity is perhaps best captured in the lively, almost boisterous energy of its main beach, a popular draw for surfers and families alike, a place where the rhythm of the tides dictates the tempo of the day.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Maroubra, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Maroubra, in the Randwick City Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Maroubra includes the postcode (2035), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Randwick City Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Maroubra is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |