Maryland (Newcastle) vs Minmi
The verdict
Minmi is more affordable, with a median house price of $697K versus $898K in Maryland (Newcastle). Maryland (Newcastle) rates higher for transport (59 vs 25). Maryland (Newcastle) is closer to the coast (11.5 km vs 14.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Maryland (Newcastle) rates higher (48 vs 5/100 in Minmi).
Scores
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Minmi | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 61 | 38 |
| Transport | 59 | 25 |
| Education | 49 | 43 |
| Liveability | 73 | 47 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Minmi | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,714 | 700 |
| Median age | 37 | 35 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,793 | $1,899 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 27.9% | 23.3% |
| Born in Australia | 83.3% | 91.0% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.9 |
Growth: Maryland (Newcastle) High Growth · Minmi High Growth
Property
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Minmi | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $898K | $697K |
| Median unit price | $728K | $590K |
| House price YoY | 10.0% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $700 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.0% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 44 | 49 |
Median price history
Safety
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Minmi | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 48 | 5 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 324 | 1,000 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 272 | 714 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 557 | 1,000 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,265 | 7,571 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Minmi | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 2 | 1 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,008 | 1,018 |
See the full school list on each profile: Maryland (Newcastle) · Minmi
Transport
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Minmi | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 25 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 65 | 14 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 249 | 249 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.8 km | 7.1 km |
Liveability
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Minmi | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 0 |
| Parks | 9 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 4 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 11.5 km | 14.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 118.3 km | 117.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.7 km | 8.5 km |
Population & growth
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Minmi | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 7,714 | 700 |
| Estimated 2025 | 8,252 | 749 |
| Projected 2041 | 11,987 | 1,088 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.70% | 1.71% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Maryland (Newcastle) or Minmi?
Maryland (Newcastle) has the higher residential safety score (Maryland (Newcastle) 48/100 vs Minmi 5/100).
Which is more affordable, Maryland (Newcastle) or Minmi?
Minmi is more affordable, with a median house price of $697K versus $898K.
Which has better schools, Maryland (Newcastle) or Minmi?
Minmi has a higher average school ICSEA (Maryland (Newcastle) 1008 vs Minmi 1018; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Maryland (Newcastle) or Minmi?
Maryland (Newcastle) has the higher transport score (Maryland (Newcastle) 59/100 vs Minmi 25/100).
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