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4.4 based on 252 reviews of 16 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in Highfields receive an average rating of 4.4 based off 252 reviews.

The Plumbing & Electrical Doctor

Reviewed recently
4.4
219 reviews
Quality 4.4 Service 4.5 Value 4.3
ABN: 84 106 001 932
Newcastle NSW
Friday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. 153563C
Most reviewed for: Blocked drain

"The plumbing doctor was very helpful and was able to sort out the issue straight away. Great communication with the..."

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Highfields plumber reviews and ratings

Data-driven insights based on 252 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 1 trust signal responses

70 / 100
Local Service Score
1 Award Winners
92% Positive Feedback

Highfields plumbers average 4.4 stars0.5 stars below the NSW average of 4.87, though ratings have dipped slightly in recent years, based on 252 customer reviews across 25 plumbers servicing the area.

Timing & availability

Review patterns in Highfields suggest plumber demand runs hottest in May and coolest in January — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.

Area profile in brief

Highfields's household income sits at $2,198/week against the national median of $1,748/week, and local plumber pricing tracks that profile — 23% above the NSW average.

Reviews & ratings

Local plumber ratings have trended down from 4.3/5 (2007) to 3.8/5 (2026) — worth asking prospective providers what's changed. At 14.0 plumber reviews a year — 22% above the NSW average — Highfields collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.

Going rates

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, prices have risen 209% since 2009 (from $200 to $617 median), averaging 16.1% per year.

Based on 252 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

14.0 / yr Review velocity -5%
4.4 stars Avg rating below avg
$617 Typical cost -23%
1.0 stars Service rating
10.1 avg Reviews / provider
267.1 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Highfields area

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Highfields area profile ABS Census 2021

936 Population
45.3% Own with mortgage
97% Houses
$2,198 Median income / week

How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Highfields is served for plumbers, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.

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Plumbers in Highfields — FAQs

Is there a quieter time of year for plumbers in Highfields?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Highfields tends to peak in May and is quietest in January. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

How do I pick the right plumber in Highfields?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Highfields has 252 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. The Plumbing & Electrical Doctor (2022) has earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

How do Highfields plumbers compare to the state average?

Plumbers in Highfields have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 252 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is below the NSW average of 4.87 stars.

Does the Highfields housing mix influence local plumbers?

Highfields's household income sits at $2,198/week against the national median of $1,748/week, and local plumber pricing tracks that profile — 23% above the NSW average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Highfields has 97% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 37, a median household income of $2,198/week.

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