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Mayfield East

NSW 2304 • Rest of NSW

1,794
Population (2021)
$94,068
Median Household Income
0.61 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
Inner-CityYoung ProfessionalsUrbanAffordableRental Market

About Mayfield East

Mayfield East is an inner-city suburb located approximately 5 kilometres west of the Newcastle CBD in New South Wales. With a population of around 1,800, this compact suburb spans just 0.6 square kilometres. The community is predominantly young professionals aged 20-39, with a high proportion of single-person households (70%) reflecting its popularity among young workers and students.

The suburb offers an urban lifestyle with easy access to Newcastle's employment hubs, shopping precincts, and cultural attractions. Local amenities include cafes, small businesses along Maitland Road, and proximity to Waratah and Mayfield shopping centres. The area attracts renters and first-home buyers seeking affordable inner-city living with good transport links to the Newcastle CBD and university.

Mayfield East falls under postcode 2304 and is governed by Newcastle Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newcastle electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2304
Urban Area
Newcastle - Inner City
LGA / Council
Newcastle
Federal Electorate
Newcastle
State Electorate
Newcastle
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.90°, 151.75°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.61 km²
Elevation
9m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Mayfield East for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.1M
37 sales · ▲ 29.4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.04M
12 sales · ▲ 51.8% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.7%

25 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Waratah Station
1.2 km
15 min
Broadmeadow Station
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • 110, 111 — Newcastle Interchange 15-20 min
  • 100, 107 — Wallsend/Glendale 20-30 min

Commute to Newcastle CBD

Distance
5 km
By Train
15-20 min (via Waratah)
By Bus
15-20 min
By Car (Peak)
15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 min

🛣️ Excellent bus connectivity along Maitland Road corridor

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot with good footpath network

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Mayfield East, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

BHP Administration Precinct
99 Selwyn Street, Mayfield North • SHR #02115

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Newcastle Local Government Area, which contains Mayfield East. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
553 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
413.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.3%
Non-DV assault
677.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
30 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
961.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.2%
View all 62 offence types for Newcastle →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,692
Census 2021
1,794
▲ 6.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$35,412
Personal Income 2021
$46,956
▲ 32.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$46,956 / yr
$903/wk
Household
$94,068 / yr
$1809/wk
Family
$124,488 / yr
$2394/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,547
Born Overseas 217

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 32
  • 2. New Zealand 17
  • 3. China 14
  • 4. Germany 14
  • 5. Philippines 11
  • 6. United States 10
  • 7. Greece 8
  • 8. North Macedonia 7
  • 9. Croatia 6
  • 10. Italy 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 815
Australian 676
Irish 300
Scottish 236
Australian Aboriginal 92
German 79
Italian 61
Dutch 38
Polish 27
Greek 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,249
Both parents born in Australia
253
Both parents born overseas
253
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
59.4%
Christianity
35.6%
Buddhism
1.1%
Judaism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
125 (7.0%)
5-14 years
175 (9.8%)
15-19 years
60 (3.3%)
20-24 years
123 (6.9%)
25-34 years
370 (20.6%)
35-44 years
299 (16.7%)
45-54 years
176 (9.8%)
55-64 years
205 (11.4%)
65-74 years
139 (7.7%)
75-84 years
72 (4.0%)
85+ years
56 (3.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mayfield East known for? +

Mayfield East is an inner-city suburb located approximately 5 kilometres west of the Newcastle CBD in New South Wales. With a population of around 1,800, this compact suburb spans just 0.6 square kilometres.

How far is Mayfield East from Newcastle CBD? +

Mayfield East is approximately 5 kilometres from Newcastle CBD. The drive takes around 15 min during peak hour and 10 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 15-20 min (via Waratah).

Does Mayfield East have public transport? +

Mayfield East is served by Waratah Station station (1.2 km, approximately 15 min walk) on the Newcastle & Central Coast Line. Local bus services including 110, 111 also connect residents to Newcastle Interchange.

What is the population of Mayfield East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mayfield East has a population of approximately 1,794 residents.

Is Mayfield East a good place to live? +

Mayfield East offers a suburban lifestyle in NSW. The area suits those looking for a quieter setting away from major urban centres.

What is the postcode for Mayfield East? +

The postcode for Mayfield East in NSW is 2304.

What is the average income in Mayfield East? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mayfield East is about $903 per week (around $47,000 per year). The median household income is $1,809 per week and the median family income is $2,394 per week.

What is the median house price in Mayfield East? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,100,000, up 29.4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,040,000, up 51.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Mayfield East? +

The median age in Mayfield East is 36. The largest age group is 25–34 (370 residents, around 21%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mayfield East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mayfield East is part of the Newcastle LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Mayfield East? +

In Mayfield East, the median weekly rent is $420, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).