EDITION 13

Newcastle Living

Local Insights:
Greater Mayfield

Mayfield is one of the oldest and largest suburbs with roots in mining and BHP.

Local Insights Edition 13: Greater Mayfield

Mayfield has been drawing in more and more young couples or families who are helping to create a close-knit community of people who love the mixture of old and new that the homes here have to offer, as well as its close proximity to the city, parks and local hang-outs.

Maitland Road runs through the centre of Mayfield, and is a busy hub of shops and other essential services. A number of popular cafes have opened, including Equium Social, Side Pocket Espresso and Onyx. The popular watering holes include the Stag and Hunter Hotel and The Beauford. Both local public schools Mayfield East and West are ranked highly, as well as St Columban’s Primary and San Clemente High School.

Not to be forgotten, Mayfield West and East, each have their own unique vibe with leafy streets and hidden pockets that the locals love to enjoy.

LOCAL GEM

Roy’s at 45, 45 Maitland Road, Mayfield

Mayfieldians have had the privilege of enjoying Roy’s for many years through various iterations of the brand, and are pleased to find them back in the ‘hood once more, offering drinks and tapas from Tuesday through to Saturday. Head here for comforting soul food, great cocktails and relaxed vibes.

HIGHLIGHTS

Dangar Park | Usk Street Reserve | Equium Social | Stag & Hunter Hotel | Mayfield East Shopping Village | Mayfield Swimming Centre | Wests Mayfield | Balance Fitness Gym and Aquatic Centre | Warabrook Shopping Village | Warabrook Train Station | Hunter Wetlands National Park | Rainforest walk to Riverside Park | Stevenson Park Playground

HOUSES

Median House Price
Warabrook

$975,000

Best Return on Investment
Mayfield East = 3.82%
Mayfield = 3.73%
Mayfield West = 3.61%

UNITS

Median Unit Price
Mayfield

$735,000

Best Return on Investment
Warabrook = 4.96%
Mayfield East = 4.17%
Mayfield = 3.57%

Brett Bailey

Tony Gough
Licensed Real Estate Agent and Auctioneer
Phone 0435 859 364