Overall score
Ashtonfield
45.3/100
East Maitland
64.4/100
Ashtonfield vs East Maitland, NSW suburb comparison
Ashtonfield for retirees; East Maitland for value.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AshtonfieldEast Maitland
Crime rate
Ashtonfield
106.7 / 1k
East Maitland
106.7 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ashtonfield
64
East Maitland
447
Population
Ashtonfield
4,589
East Maitland
11,860
Metric leadAshtonfield 2East Maitland 72 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesAshtonfield
- Best for best valueEast Maitland
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Ashtonfield | East Maitland |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 45.3/100 | 64.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 75.3/100 | 75.3/100 |
| Crime rate | 106.7 / 1k | 106.7 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 4 | 6 |
| Parks & reserves | 2 | 19 |
| Public transport stops | 69 | 275 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 100.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 64 | 447 |
| Planning activity | 14 | 81 |
| Population | 4,589 | 11,860 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 7/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Ashtonfield is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap, while East Maitland is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby.
On the data, Ashtonfield is stronger for a calmer planning outlook and stronger socioeconomic advantage; East Maitland answers with schools and education options and parks and reserves.
Choose Ashtonfield if you are weighing retirees; lean toward East Maitland for value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools.