Fletcher vs Maryland (Newcastle)
The verdict
Maryland (Newcastle) is more affordable, with a median house price of $898K versus $1.06M in Fletcher. Fletcher rates higher for education (60 vs 49). Maryland (Newcastle) rates higher for transport (59 vs 30). Maryland (Newcastle) is closer to the coast (11.5 km vs 13.5 km). On the separate residential safety score, Fletcher rates higher (59 vs 48/100 in Maryland (Newcastle)).
Scores
| Fletcher | Maryland (Newcastle) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 47 | 61 |
| Transport | 30 | 59 |
| Education | 60 | 49 |
| Liveability | 53 | 73 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Fletcher | Maryland (Newcastle) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,014 | 7,714 |
| Median age | 32 | 37 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,545 | $1,793 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 44.0% | 27.9% |
| Born in Australia | 74.5% | 83.3% |
| Avg household size | 3.2 | 2.8 |
Growth: Fletcher High Growth · Maryland (Newcastle) High Growth
Property
| Fletcher | Maryland (Newcastle) | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.06M | $898K |
| Median unit price | $740K | $728K |
| House price YoY | 12.5% | 10.0% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $700 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.3% | 4.0% |
| Days on market (house) | 38 | 44 |
Median price history
Safety
| Fletcher | Maryland (Newcastle) | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 59 | 48 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 337 | 324 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 112 | 272 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 362 | 557 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,132 | 4,265 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Fletcher | Maryland (Newcastle) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 1 | 2 |
| Government | 0 | 2 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,085 | 1,008 |
See the full school list on each profile: Fletcher · Maryland (Newcastle)
Transport
| Fletcher | Maryland (Newcastle) | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 30 | 59 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 30 | 65 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 249 | 249 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 5.7 km | 3.8 km |
Liveability
| Fletcher | Maryland (Newcastle) | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 27.5°C | 27.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 3 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 10 | 9 |
| Playgrounds | 13 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 13.5 km | 11.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 118.4 km | 118.3 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.7 km | 5.7 km |
Population & growth
| Fletcher | Maryland (Newcastle) | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 8,014 | 7,714 |
| Estimated 2025 | 8,573 | 8,252 |
| Projected 2041 | 12,453 | 11,987 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.70% | 1.70% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Fletcher or Maryland (Newcastle)?
Fletcher has the higher residential safety score (Fletcher 59/100 vs Maryland (Newcastle) 48/100).
Which is more affordable, Fletcher or Maryland (Newcastle)?
Maryland (Newcastle) is more affordable, with a median house price of $898K versus $1.06M.
Which has better schools, Fletcher or Maryland (Newcastle)?
Fletcher has a higher average school ICSEA (Fletcher 1085 vs Maryland (Newcastle) 1008; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Fletcher or Maryland (Newcastle)?
Maryland (Newcastle) has the higher transport score (Fletcher 30/100 vs Maryland (Newcastle) 59/100).
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