Mayfield, Tasmania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mayfield Launceston, Tasmania
Mayfield Location in Tasmania
Population	1,454 (2016 census)
Postcode(s)	7248
Location	7 km (4 mi) N of Launceston
LGA(s)	City of Launceston
Region	Launceston
State electorate(s)	Bass
Federal Division(s)	Bass
Suburbs around Mayfield: Newnham Rocherlea Rocherlea Newnham Mayfield Rocherlea Newnham Mowbray Mowbray

Mayfield is a friendly neighbourhood, or "residential locality," located in Tasmania, Australia. It's part of the Launceston area, about 7 kilometres north of the main town of Launceston. In 2016, a count of people called a "census" showed that 1,454 people lived in Mayfield.

Mayfield is a recognised "state suburb" within Tasmania. It sits just north of the larger Launceston area. About 7% of the people living in Mayfield are Indigenous peoples, who are the original inhabitants of Australia. Also, about 20% of residents were born in other countries. Most jobs in Mayfield are in "service industries," which means people work in places like restaurants and grocery stores.

Exploring Mayfield's Past

How Mayfield Got Its Name

Mayfield became an official locality in 1963. Before that, the area was a large piece of land known as the "Mayfield Estate." This is how the neighbourhood got its name.

Understanding Mayfield's Location

Key Geographical Features

The Bell Bay Railway Line forms the boundary on the north-eastern side of Mayfield. This train line helps mark where the neighbourhood ends in that direction.

Getting Around Mayfield

Roads and Transport

Route B81, also known as George Town Road, runs along the western side of Mayfield. From this main road, many smaller streets branch off, making it easy to get into and around the neighbourhood.