Maryland (Newcastle) vs Wallsend
The verdict
Wallsend is more affordable, with a median house price of $874K versus $898K in Maryland (Newcastle). Maryland (Newcastle) rates higher for transport (59 vs 54). Wallsend rates higher for education (54 vs 49). Wallsend is closer to the coast (9.7 km vs 11.5 km). On the separate residential safety score, Maryland (Newcastle) rates higher (48 vs 16/100 in Wallsend).
Scores
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 61 | 62 |
| Transport | 59 | 54 |
| Education | 49 | 54 |
| Liveability | 73 | 76 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,714 | 13,244 |
| Median age | 37 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,793 | $1,401 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 27.9% | 32.0% |
| Born in Australia | 83.3% | 80.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.8 | 2.3 |
Growth: Maryland (Newcastle) High Growth · Wallsend Moderate Growth
Property
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $898K | $874K |
| Median unit price | $728K | $688K |
| House price YoY | 10.0% | 17.1% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $700 | $700 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Days on market (house) | 44 | 43 |
Median price history
Safety
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 48 | 16 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 324 | 596 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 272 | 491 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 557 | 846 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 4,265 | 9,121 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 4 |
| Government | 2 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,008 | 976 |
See the full school list on each profile: Maryland (Newcastle) · Wallsend
Transport
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 54 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 65 | 110 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 249 | 249 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 3.8 km | 4.5 km |
Liveability
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 7 |
| Parks | 9 | 29 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | 11 |
| Swimming pools | Data not available | 3 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 3 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 11.5 km | 9.7 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 118.3 km | 116.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | 9.7 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 5.7 km | 3.9 km |
Population & growth
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 7,714 | 13,244 |
| Estimated 2025 | 8,252 | 13,821 |
| Projected 2041 | 11,987 | 14,991 |
| Annual growth rate | 1.70% | 1.07% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Maryland (Newcastle) or Wallsend?
Maryland (Newcastle) has the higher residential safety score (Maryland (Newcastle) 48/100 vs Wallsend 16/100).
Which is more affordable, Maryland (Newcastle) or Wallsend?
Wallsend is more affordable, with a median house price of $874K versus $898K.
Which has better schools, Maryland (Newcastle) or Wallsend?
Maryland (Newcastle) has a higher average school ICSEA (Maryland (Newcastle) 1008 vs Wallsend 976; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Maryland (Newcastle) or Wallsend?
Maryland (Newcastle) has the higher transport score (Maryland (Newcastle) 59/100 vs Wallsend 54/100).
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