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All About Metford, Maitland, NSW, 2323

Metford, located in the city of Maitland, New South Wales, is a residential suburb that has garnered attention in the housing market due to its affordability and strategic location. Over recent years, Metford has witnessed a steady demand for homes, driven by both first-home buyers and investors. The suburb offers a variety of housing options, including modern family homes and older-style residences, which cater to diverse preferences and budgets. Its proximity to essential amenities like the Maitland Hospital, quality schools, and shopping centers adds to its appeal, making it an attractive option for families and professionals alike. The transportation network, including the Metford railway station, provides convenient access to larger cities like Newcastle, thereby enhancing its desirability for those commuting for work or leisure.

Living in Metford means being part of a close-knit community that values a suburban lifestyle with a touch of rural charm. Residents enjoy access to parks and recreational facilities that encourage outdoor activities and foster community engagement. Metford’s quieter environment, compared to bustling city centers, offers a peaceful retreat while still being within reach of urban conveniences. The community spirit is evident in local events and initiatives that bring neighbors together, making it a welcoming place for newcomers. While the area continues to develop and modernize, it retains a sense of history and simplicity, which many residents find appealing. This blend of old and new, coupled with its affordability, positions Metford as both a promising place to invest in and a pleasant locality to call home.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $368.50
Median Monthly Mortgage $1582.38
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.73
Average Household Size 2.63
Average Age 37.50
Average Income $733.88
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.86
Average Properties Within 50M 12
Typical 1 bed house$281,000
Typical 2 bed house$464,000
Typical 3 bed house$641,000
Typical 4 bed house$778,000
Typical 5 bed house$830,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$942,000

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Metford Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Metford? Now could not be a better time, with 2235 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $685,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $30,000 to $9,140,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 16 Km.

In Metford there has been a history of lower than average prices and demand, offering opportunities for investors or first home owners, especially in the context of the growth in working from home. Low average incomes in Metford is reflected in smaller and lower quality accommodation. Over time this may change providsing long-term returns but in the short to medium term, prices are likely to be less than state averages. The high percentage of professional people in Metford classifies the area as "gentrified". This implies high demand for quality housing, generally of larger than average size. Price growth is ensured even where the state affordability index is negatively impacting other areas. Medium density in Metford necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Higher than average industry presence in the wider area offering local employment yet with not a large negative impact on local amenity, provides good demand and price growth.

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Houses for sale Metford

Belle Property 53 Coburn Circuit, Metford, NSW, 2323 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 3 Contact Agent
Harcourts 9 Streeton Drive, Metford, NSW, 2323 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 3 $770,000 - $790,000
Properties for sale in Metford

Local Schools

Metford Public School

Hunter River Community School

Maitland Christian School

Hunter Valley Grammar School

Ashtonfield Public School

Maitland High School

Tenambit Public School

Maitland Grossmann High School

St Joseph's Primary School

Maitland East Public School

(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Metford there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)

Local Crime Rate

Incidents Trend State Average

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Metford weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan2.018.930.148.193.64.624.5
Feb3.318.628.352.794.54.220.7
Mar5.117.426.854.2954.116.6
Apr4.413.724.551.695.83.614.4
May2.610.021.049.393.84.011.3
Jun4.88.718.254.494.24.39.5
Jul2.36.818.346.191.94.510.8
Aug1.86.819.838.591.64.513.7
Sept2.09.423.037.092.54.318.2
Oct2.412.224.841.593.04.421.3
Nov2.515.526.946.893.74.424
Dec2.517.328.247.893.34.624.8

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

03-01-2025 $680,000 21 Dumaresq Parade
20-12-2024 $880,000 2 Meillon Close
20-12-2024 $745,000 3 Galway Cescent
19-12-2024 $700,000 19 Isaacs Street
18-12-2024 $730,000 49 Chelmsford Drive
18-12-2024 $661,000 7 Sophia Place
10-12-2024 $635,000 37 Coburn Circuit
09-12-2024 $620,000 22 Mcleod Avenue
29-11-2024 $815,000 4 Hargreaves Circuit
29-11-2024 $60,000 6 Chidley Cescent
14-11-2024 $670,000 30 Cedar Close
11-11-2024 $705,000 11 Chelmsford Drive
08-11-2024 $761,623 16 Ceres Avenue
08-11-2024 $676,767 57 Streeton Drive
06-11-2024 $669,000 9 Lycett Close
18-10-2024 $690,000 6 Marshall Avenue
18-10-2024 $675,000 42 Streeton Drive
11-10-2024 $660,000 4 Scarlet Close
02-10-2024 $695,000 17 Cedar Close
01-10-2024 $770,000 12 Drysdale Cescent
20-09-2024 $620,000 2 / 8 Boyd Avenue
17-09-2024 $365,000 9 / 87 Chelmsford Drive
06-09-2024 $730,000 7 Streeton Drive
04-09-2024 $605,000 10 Ceres Avenue
26-08-2024 $550,000 44 Willow Drive
23-08-2024 $640,000 8 O Donnell Cescent
23-08-2024 $626,000 33 Mcleod Avenue
21-08-2024 $715,000 20 Schanck Drive
19-08-2024 $750,000 12 Strutt Cescent
19-08-2024 $663,000 4 Conder Cescent
09-08-2024 $650,000 11 Stradbroke Avenue
26-07-2024 $627,000 42 Chelmsford Drive
18-07-2024 $755,000 16 Strutt Cescent
16-07-2024 $390,000 2 / 20 Lobelia Close
15-07-2024 $662,000 11 Schanck Drive
12-07-2024 $790,000 92 Chelmsford Drive
12-07-2024 $640,000 1 / 1 Drysdale Cescent
02-07-2024 $710,000 36 Eucalyptus Cescent
28-06-2024 $640,000 34 Mcleod Avenue
25-06-2024 $470,000 7 / 112 Chelmsford Drive
24-06-2024 $604,500 59 Streeton Drive
21-06-2024 $655,000 37 Schanck Drive
14-06-2024 $540,000 9 / 112 Chelmsford Drive
13-06-2024 $565,000 3 Larkspur Parade
12-06-2024 $662,500 17 Waters Way
07-06-2024 $650,000 41 Galway Cescent
03-06-2024 $675,000 15 Dutton Street
17-05-2024 $645,000 21 Coburn Circuit
17-05-2024 $500,000 45 Melaleuca Drive
14-05-2024 $600,000 14 Galway Cescent

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