Mayfield West crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
234 recorded in this period, compared with 200 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mayfield West
Mayfield West is a residential and industrial suburb located in the Lower Hunter region of New South Wales, situated approximately 6 kilometres northwest of the Newcastle central business district. Falling within the City of Newcastle local government area and bearing the postcode 2304, the suburb is bounded by major transport routes including the Pacific Highway and Industrial Drive. Demographically, it reflects a mix of established residential pockets and significant commercial and industrial zones, accommodating a diverse population typical of the greater Newcastle metropolitan area.
Local life and amenities in Mayfield West are characterised by a combination of light industry, commercial businesses, and suburban housing. The suburb provides residents with convenient access to local retail strips, educational facilities, and community parks. Its strategic location near major arterial roads ensures high connectivity to surrounding suburbs, major shopping centres, and employment hubs throughout the Hunter region, supported by regional public transport links.
Historically, Mayfield West developed in tandem with Newcastle’s industrial expansion throughout the 20th century, closely tied to the growth of nearby manufacturing and steelworks industries. The area transitioned from semi-rural land into a residential and industrial extension of the broader Mayfield district to accommodate the region's expanding workforce. While much of the built environment reflects post-war suburban development, the suburb retains traces of its industrial heritage that shaped the modern geography of the inner-Newcastle region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 28 | 34 |
| Other theft | 18 | 15 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 16 | 14 |
| Fraud | 14 | 15 |
| Malicious damage to property | 14 | 17 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 13 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13 | 14 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 12 | 6 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 9 | 9 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 9 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 9 |
| Dealing, trafficking in other drugs | 6 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 6 | 3 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 5 | 1 |
| Trespass | 5 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 1 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 4 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,993 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.