MAYFIELD (NEWCASTLE)

Newcastle Region
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House Median
This suburb $981,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $710,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 11,445
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.8%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 9,760
Density 3,129.0/km²
Region Info
Region Newcastle Region
State New South Wales

MAYFIELD (NEWCASTLE) Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $981,000
House Sales Volume 57 sales
Unit Median $710,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $565/wk
3 Bed House $700/wk
2 Bed Unit $525/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

MAYFIELD (NEWCASTLE) Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 11,445 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.72x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

MAYFIELD (NEWCASTLE) 11,445/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

MAYFIELD (NEWCASTLE) has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

MAYFIELD (NEWCASTLE) Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

9,760
Total Population
3,129
people/km² density
0.8%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
4,038 people
41.4%
2
Australia
3,690 people
37.8%
3
Ireland
1,362 people
14.0%
4
Scotland
1,144 people
11.7%
5
Germany
472 people
4.8%

Transport

166.5 km
to Sydney CBD
123 min
drive to CBD
204 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Independent (1)

Hunter Christian School

Details
K-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About MAYFIELD (NEWCASTLE)

Mayfield (Newcastle) is located in Newcastle Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 9,760 with a density of 3129 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $981,000, below Sydney average; unit median $710,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, independent school Hunter Christian School has 7.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 11445 per 100,000, 1.72x the NSW average, crime rate slightly above average.

Demographics: English comprises 41.37%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (37.81%) and Irish (13.96%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Mayfield (Newcastle) has a house median of $981,000 and unit median of $710,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Mayfield (Newcastle) has a crime rate of 11445 per 100,000, which is 1.72x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: Hunter Christian School, 2024 HSC results: 7 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Mayfield (Newcastle) has a population of 9,760, with Chinese comprising 0.80%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (41.37%), Aust (37.81%), Irish (13.96%), Scottish (11.72%), German (4.84%).

Mayfield (Newcastle) is approximately 166.5km from Sydney CBD, about 123 minutes by car or 204 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.