Mayfield East crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
86 recorded in this period, compared with 104 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mayfield East
Mayfield East is a residential suburb located in the Lower Hunter region of New South Wales, situated approximately 6 kilometres northwest of the Newcastle central business district. Part of the City of Newcastle local government area within the 2304 postcode, the suburb is predominantly flat and bounded by major transport and industrial corridors. Demographically, Mayfield East features a mix of established families, younger professionals, and long-term residents, reflecting the broader demographic shifts of the inner-Newcastle working-class suburbs toward contemporary gentrification.
Local life in Mayfield East is characterised by a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere with a scattering of local businesses, parks, and sporting facilities. The suburb is primarily residential, featuring a high concentration of traditional Federation-style cottages and mid-century housing. Residents rely on neighbouring Mayfield for a wider commercial offering, including supermarkets, retail strips, and dining options. Educational and recreational needs are supported by local public schools and neighbourhood parks, with convenient access to major arterial roads connecting the suburb to the wider Newcastle metropolitan area and the Hunter Expressway.
The history of Mayfield East is closely tied to the industrial expansion of Newcastle during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Originally forming part of the broader Mayfield district—named after the estate of John Scholey—the area experienced significant residential development to accommodate workers from nearby heavy industries, most notably the BHP steelworks. While the steelworks have since closed and the local economy has transitioned toward services and education, the suburb retains its historic grid-like streetscapes and architectural markers from its industrial-era origins.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 12 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 11 |
| Fraud | 8 | 8 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 14 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 1 |
| Steal from retail store | 3 | 4 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,794 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.