Fletcher vs Maryland

Prices, growth, development pipeline, vibe and momentum for two Newcastle suburbs, read from the same registers on the same day.

Local take: Similar demographic but Fletcher is newer and pricier

	Fletcher	Maryland
Median house	$1.1M from 113 sales	$908k from 96 sales (lower)
Median unit	$736k from 16 sales	—
Growth year on year	+11.7%	+13.5% (higher)
Vibe score	60/100 (higher)	55/100
Character	New estates, young families	Affordable family suburb
Trend	rising	rising
Approvals in the pipeline	0	0
Contamination sites	0	0

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

Maryland ($908k) is 14% cheaper than Fletcher ($1.1M) for houses.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Fletcher or Maryland?

It depends on what you're looking for. Fletcher reads as steady, with a vibe score of 60/100, while Maryland 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 Fletcher and Maryland?

Maryland is $142k cheaper for houses ($908k vs $1.1M). Year-on-year growth is +11.7% in Fletcher and +13.5% in Maryland.

Which has more development, Fletcher or Maryland?

Fletcher has 0 development applications, while Maryland has 0. More development means future supply and construction activity, which can affect both livability and property values.