Maryland (Newcastle) vs Wallsend
The verdict
Wallsend is more affordable, with a median house price of $822K versus $856K in Maryland (Newcastle). Maryland (Newcastle) rates higher for transport (59 vs 53). Wallsend rates higher for education (54 vs 49). Wallsend is closer to the coast (9.7 km vs 11.5 km).
Scores
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 61 | 61 |
| Transport | 59 | 53 |
| 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 | $856K | $822K |
| Median unit price | $648K | $678K |
| House price YoY | 14.2% | 15.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $695 | $695 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.8% | 3.9% |
| Days on market (house) | 35 | 31 |
Median price history
Safety
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | — | 17 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | Data not available | 589 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | Data not available | 491 |
| Domestic assault /100k | Data not available | 846 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | Data not available | 10,110 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 4 |
| Government | 2 | 3 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 999 | 971 |
See the full school list on each profile: Maryland (Newcastle) · Wallsend
Transport
| Maryland (Newcastle) | Wallsend | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 59 | 53 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 65 | 110 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| 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 more affordable, Maryland (Newcastle) or Wallsend?
Wallsend is more affordable, with a median house price of $822K versus $856K.
Which has better schools, Maryland (Newcastle) or Wallsend?
Maryland (Newcastle) has a higher average school ICSEA (Maryland (Newcastle) 999 vs Wallsend 971; 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 53/100).
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