Mayfield (NSW)

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Following assessment of ABS demographic releases for the wider region and new address details verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Mayfield (Newcastle - NSW) is calculated to have approximately 9,966 residents in May 2026. This represents a gain of 206 individuals (2.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 9,760 residents. This shift is deduced from a resident base of 9,946, calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS alongside 101 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. Such a population size represents 3,194 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Mayfield (Newcastle - NSW) in the top quartile of Australian settings analyzed by Districts. The 2.1% postwar Census expansion trails the Rest of NSW (4.9%) by 2.8 percentage points, showing solid local growth characteristics. Demographic expansion in the locality was almost entirely fueled by international migration, which acted as the solitary source of population increases in recent times.

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Mayfield has a highly qualified workforce, with substantial representation in essential service industries, and an unemployment rate of 7.0%, derived from Districts statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, there are 5,368 working residents, representing an unemployment rate 2.9% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, while labor force participation is exceptionally high at 68.8% compared to the Regional NSW average of 60.6%. Census data indicates that 29.2% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this figure was likely influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

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According to the latest ATO data aggregated by Districts for the financial year 2023, the suburb of Mayfield has income levels below the national average. The median income among taxpayers in the suburb of Mayfield is $53,055, and the average income is $62,219, compared to Regional NSW benchmarks of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, estimated figures would be roughly $58,530 (median) and $68,640 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Mayfield all ranked moderately, falling between the 39th and 50th percentiles. The income distribution is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which contains 33.2% of residents (3,308 people), comparable to the regional rate of . Housing affordability is under considerable pressure, with only of income remaining after housing costs, ranking in the th percentile, and the local SEIFA income score falls in the th decile.

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Residential property structure in Mayfield at the time of the last Census consisted of 74.6% free-standing houses and 25.5% alternative dwelling types (townhouses, apartments, and 'other' units), compared to Regional NSW where free-standing houses made up 82.6% and alternative dwellings 17.4%. Home ownership rates in Mayfield lagged behind the Regional NSW benchmark, standing at 23.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (34.5%) or renting (41.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Regional NSW average at $1,845, while the median weekly rent stood at $375, compared to Regional NSW averages of $1,733 and $330. On a national level, mortgage costs in Mayfield are below the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents match the national figure of $375.

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Family households constitute 58.0% of the local dwelling mix, consisting of 20.7% couples with children, 24.2% couples without children, and 11.5% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 42.0%, with single-person households representing 34.1% and group houses making up 8.0% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.2 residents is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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The educational profile of the population is distinct within the region, with university qualification levels (comprising 29.6% of residents aged 15+) tracking ahead of the Rest of NSW average of 21.3% and the broader SA4 region average of 26.1%, highlighting a strong local focus on tertiary studies. Bachelor degrees represent the most common credential at 20.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.6%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 34.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (24.8%).

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Public transport data shows 91 active transport stops operating in Mayfield, comprising bus services. These locations are connected by 62 separate routes, which combine to deliver 1,522 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 123 meters from the nearest stop. Reflecting the residential nature of the area, the majority of workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel method at 89%. Car ownership averages 1.1 vehicles per household, which is below the regional average. A significant 29.2% of residents work from home (recorded at the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 rules).

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Public health records indicate notable issues for Mayfield, based on Districts' evaluation of local mortality figures and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which significantly affect both younger and older demographics, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 52% of the population (~5,138 people).

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Mayfield displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 85.6% of the population born in Australia, 89.8% holding citizenship, and 91.3% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.5% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious overrepresentation is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents, compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 35 years in Mayfield is substantially below the Regional NSW average of 43 and younger than the Australian median of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 22.1% locally compared to the Regional NSW average, while residents aged 65 - 74 are underrepresented at 8.7%. The concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has increased from 20.2% to 22.1% of the population, and the 35 to 44 bracket rose from 14.7% to 16.3%. In contrast, residents aged 85+ decreased from to , and the to bracket fell from to . Demographic projections indicate the age profile of Mayfield will change noticeably by . The to bracket is expected to see the largest growth at , adding residents to total while the to and to age brackets are projected to contract.

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Mayfield currently has an estimated 667 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 389 children aged 0-2 and 260 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 9% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 19% by 2041 (to approximately 791 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 783. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.