Maitland - North
Statistical Area - sa2

Maitland - North lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Maitland - North's population is approximately 9,182 as of August 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 455 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,727. The increase is inferred from ABS estimated resident population data of 9,162 in June 2024 and an additional 20 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 130 persons per square kilometer. Maitland - North's growth rate of 5.2% since the 2021 census exceeds that of non-metro areas (4.8%). Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 65.8%.

All drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 using 2021 as the base year are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. A significant population increase is forecasted in the top quartile of Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with Maitland - North expected to expand by 3,982 persons to 2041 based on latest numbers, recording a gain of 43.1% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Maitland - North when compared nationally

Maitland - North has recorded approximately 87 residential properties granted approval annually. Development approval data is produced by the ABS on a financial year basis, with 436 homes approved over the past five financial years from FY20 to FY25, and nine so far in FY26. On average, 5.1 new residents have been added per year for every home built over these five financial years. This supply lagging demand leads to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures, with new dwellings developed at an average cost of $483,000.

Additionally, $8.0 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, indicating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Maitland - North has significantly less development activity, 71.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. New building activity shows 82.0% detached dwellings and 18.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space.

The estimated population count per dwelling approval is 644 people in the area. Population forecasts indicate Maitland - North will gain approximately 3,962 residents by 2041. Present construction rates appear balanced with future demand, fostering steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

Maitland - North has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 30 projects likely impacting the region. Notable ones include Sarroff's Shop Mixed Use Development, Hunterglen Drive Park Upgrade, 256 Paterson Road Subdivision, and 27 Lang Drive Subdivision. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Maitland - North significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Maitland - North has an unemployment rate of 1.7% as of June 2025, with 4653 residents employed. The area's unemployment rate is 2.0% lower than the Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%.

Workforce participation in Maitland - North stands at 67.7%, significantly higher than the Rest of NSW's 56.4%. Key employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Mining is particularly strong, with an employment share 3.2 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 2.1% compared to Rest of NSW's 5.3%.

Between Jun-24 and Jun-25, Maitland - North's labour force decreased by 4.1%, with employment declining by 4.5%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, the Rest of NSW saw an employment decline of 0.1% and labour force growth of 0.3%. Statewide in NSW as of Sep-25, employment contracted by 0.41%, with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, slightly lower than the national rate of 4.5%. Looking ahead, Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Maitland - North's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released on 30 June 2022 for financial year 2022, Maitland - North's median income among taxpayers is $53,790, with an average of $68,191. This is higher than the national average. The Rest of NSW has a median income of $49,459 and an average of $62,998. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.6% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $59,492 for median income and $75,419 for average income as of March 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Maitland - North rank highly nationally, between the 71st and 83rd percentiles. Income analysis shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 31.9% of residents (2,929 people). This pattern is also seen in the surrounding region where 29.9% occupy this income range. Notably, 35.4% earn above $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 87.0% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Maitland - North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Maitland - North, as per the latest Census, consisted of 94.5% houses and 5.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's 87.1% houses and 13.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Maitland - North stood at 38.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 48.3% and rented ones at 13.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,862. The median weekly rent figure in Maitland - North was $420, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $375. Nationally, Maitland - North's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,167 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Maitland - North features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 82.0% of all households, including 42.3% couples with children, 28.6% couples without children, and 10.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 18.0%, with lone person households at 16.5% and group households comprising 1.5%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.7.

The educational profile of Maitland - North exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Maitland-North's educational attainment significantly exceeds broader averages. Among residents aged 15+, 26.1% possess university qualifications, compared to the SA4 region's 15.2% and the SA3 area's 17.6%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 18.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent with 41.0% of residents holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (29.3%).

Educational participation is high at 31.6%, comprising primary education (11.2%), secondary education (9.5%), and tertiary education (4.2%). The area's three schools have a combined enrollment of 607 students, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1034) offering balanced educational opportunities. All three schools focus on primary education; secondary options are available in nearby areas. Local school capacity is limited at 6.6 places per 100 residents, compared to the regional average of 17.8, leading many families to travel for schooling.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Maitland-North has 67 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 39 different routes, providing a total of 1,059 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 196 meters to the nearest stop.

On average, there are 151 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Maitland - North are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Health indicators show below-average outcomes in Maitland - North.

Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 54% (~4,930 people) of the total population has private health cover, which is fairly high. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (8.9%) and asthma (8.8%). 66.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.4% in Rest of NSW. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 17.0% (1,557 people) of the population, higher than the 15.4% in Rest of NSW. This aligns with the general population's health profile.

The latest Census data sees Maitland - North placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Maitland-North, surveyed in 2016, had low cultural diversity: 92.3% of residents were born in Australia, 94.8% were citizens, and 97.0% spoke English exclusively at home. Christianity dominated, with 60.6%, compared to 57.0% regionally. Top ancestral groups were English (32.9%), Australian (32.0%), and Irish (9.5%).

Notably, Scottish ancestry was higher than average at 8.6%, while Welsh and Australian Aboriginal were similar or lower than regional averages at 0.6% and 3.1% respectively.

Maitland - North's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age of Maitland - North is 38, which is lower than the Rest of NSW figure at 43 but equivalent to the national norm also at 38. The age group of 5-14 years old has a strong representation in Maitland - North at 15.9%, compared to Rest of NSW. Conversely, the age group of 65-74 years is less prevalent in Maitland - North at 9.6%. According to the 2021 Census, the age group of 35 to 44 years has grown from 13.6% to 15.0%, while the age group of 15 to 24 years increased from 12.3% to 13.6%. However, the age group of 55 to 64 years has declined from 12.2% to 10.8%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests that Maitland - North's age profile will significantly evolve. The age group of 45 to 54 years is projected to grow by 58%, adding 659 people to reach a total of 1,804 from the current figure of 1,144.