Overall score
Mayfield
63.7/100
Waratah
55.0/100
Mayfield vs Waratah, NSW suburb comparison
Mayfield for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
MayfieldWaratah
Crime rate
Mayfield
109.2 / 1k
Waratah
158.1 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Mayfield
272
Waratah
190
Population
Mayfield
9,760
Waratah
4,927
Metric leadMayfield 8Waratah 21 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
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 | Mayfield | Waratah |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.7/100 | 55.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 38.8/100 | 40.8/100 |
| Crime rate | 109.2 / 1k | 158.1 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 15 | 15 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 3 |
| Public transport stops | 169 | 110 |
| Walkability | 100.0/100 | 90.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 272 | 190 |
| Planning activity | 91 | 25 |
| Population | 9,760 | 4,927 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 4/10 |
Comparison summary
Mayfield is a well-serviced metro established suburb with plenty happening nearby, while Waratah is an energetic metro mid-sized suburb where cafés and local life overlap.
Mayfield pulls ahead on a quieter safety profile and parks and reserves, whereas Waratah is the better pick for housing affordability and schools and education options.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Mayfield, while Waratah remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.