Demographics

East Mackay is approximately 3.66 square kilometres. In 2016 the population of East Mackay was 3564. The population is 51% male and 49% female. On average the monthly mortgage repayments in East Mackay are $1800 to $2399. The most common weekly income bracket is $500 to $649 per week. Weekly rents in the area are on average $350 to $449.

Description

A bird’s-eye view of East Mackay reveals a suburb that's predominantly residential. One of the first areas in Mackay to have been urbanised, East Mackay is a welcoming place with two popular beaches and a variety of parklands. Views of islands, calm seas and golden sands typify the Mackay experience. But East Mackay is the most conveniently placed suburb in the City to witness it in all its glory. The eastern boundary of East Mackay meets with the blue of the Coral Sea and parkland extends almost unbroken down its length, with many shaded picnic areas, children’s playgrounds and an abundance of schools close by. East Mackay is exceptionally close to the CBD, making it possible to cycle the flat streets to work.

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