Mayfield NSW, 2540
Mayfield Real Estate: Suburb Profile
Whether you're buying, renting, or investing in Mayfield, NSW 2540, it is essential to know if the suburb is an ideal option for you (and your family?). The Homes.com.au suburb profile aims to give you a better understanding of Mayfield median property prices, market trends & demographics so we can help you justify the price for your future property purchase.
If you're considering a move to Mayfield, have a little read of our historical overview to find out more about the amazing lifestyle and what makes this suburb so great.
Overview Mayfield is one of the oldest suburbs of Newcastle, located six kilometres away from Newcastle's central business district. The suburb is neighboured by Mayfield West, Mayfield North, Waratah, Mayfield East, Georgetown, Islington, and Tighes Hill.
According to the 2016 census, Mayfield has a population of 9,314.
*Living in Mayfield Its residents describe Mayfield as a "peaceful suburb that has quiet streets and neighbourhoods". The suburb is growing to be one of the most popular areas in Newcastle as it is currently undergoing gentrification.
Locals have access to various shops, major supermarkets, cafes, restaurants and specialty stores, which are mostly located on Mayfield Road.
History of Mayfield Mayfield was founded in the 1800s and was named after Ada May, the daughter of landowner John Scholey. Initially, most of the suburb's land was called North Waratah, which was part of the Municipality of Waratah, where Scholey became a three-term mayor. It was also Scholey who subdivided the land and put it up for sale.
Around the early 1900s, the area was a garden suburb with a Roman Catholic monastery and many Victorian mansions owned by prominent businessmen. Scholey owned a residence in the suburb, which he called "Mayfield House". Biscuit manufacturer William Arnott also once owned a villa in the suburb.
The traditional custodians of the area where Mayfield is located are the Awabakal Aboriginal group.
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