Carrington vs Mayfield East
Prices, growth, development pipeline, vibe and momentum for two Newcastle suburbs, read from the same registers on the same day.
Local take: Both industrial waterfront, but Carrington is cleaner
Momentum: steady
-10.4% price growth, 0 development applications, vibe score 78/100, declining price trend.
Momentum: steady
+32.1% price growth, 0 development applications, vibe score 55/100, rising price trend.
| Carrington | Mayfield East | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house | $950k from 42 sales (lower) | $1.2M from 40 sales |
| Median unit | $890k from 19 sales | — |
| Growth year on year | -10.4% | +32.1% (higher) |
| Vibe score | 78/100 (higher) | 55/100 |
| Character | Heritage peninsula, quiet gentrification | Industrial legacy, contamination concerns |
| Trend | declining | rising |
| Approvals in the pipeline | 0 | 0 |
| Contamination sites | 1 | 1 |
Council development registers, NSW Valuer General sales records, EPA contaminated land register Medians cover the 12 months to May 2026 Momentum computed weekly, a reading of public data, not advice Updated 2026-08-17
Price comparison
Carrington ($950k) is 19% cheaper than Mayfield East ($1.2M) for houses.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Carrington or Mayfield East?
It depends on what you're looking for. Carrington reads as steady, with a vibe score of 78/100, while Mayfield East reads as steady, with a vibe score of 55/100. The best suburb for you depends on your priorities. Enter any address to see the full surroundings picture.
What's the price difference between Carrington and Mayfield East?
Carrington is $225k cheaper for houses ($950k vs $1.2M). Year-on-year growth is -10.4% in Carrington and +32.1% in Mayfield East.
Which has more development, Carrington or Mayfield East?
Carrington has 0 development applications, while Mayfield East has 0. More development means future supply and construction activity, which can affect both livability and property values.