Bensham North is a residential area in Gateshead, located just south of the River Tyne. The area is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern developments. It sits close to Gateshead town centre, providing easy access to shops, schools, and transport links. The nearby Bensham and Saltwell Park offers green space for recreation.
The area has a strong sense of community, with local amenities such as schools, churches, and small businesses serving residents. Bensham North is well-connected, with bus routes and the Gateshead Interchange providing links to Newcastle and surrounding areas. The housing stock is varied, catering to families, professionals, and students. Its proximity to central Gateshead makes it a practical choice for those working or studying in the region.
On average Bensham North has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 149 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 30.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bensham North is £30,800 per year. There are 4 schools in Bensham North: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 35 recent sales, the median property price is £135,000 in Bensham North area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £332,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 13 | £90,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 7 | £147,500 |
| Terraced | 15 | £188,000 |
10 years price trend in Bensham North
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Villa Place
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Grasmere Street
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Bensham North
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Back Woodbine Street
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Corbitt Street
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Derwentwater Road
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Bensham North
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Woodbine Street
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Derwentwater Road
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Bensham North
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Arkle Street
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Coatsworth Road
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Alexandra Road
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Coatsworth Road
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Claremont Walk
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Rectory Road
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Curzon Street
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Fourth Street
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Sidney Grove
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Derwentwater Road
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Newbury Avenue
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Liddell Terrace
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Derwentwater Road
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Saltwell Street
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Bensham Road
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Gladstone Terrace West
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Askew Road West
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Armstrong Street
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Askew Road West
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Back Woodbine Street
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Adler Close
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Newbury Avenue
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Goodwood Avenue
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Coatsworth Court
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Claremont Street
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Airey Terrace
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Morrison Street
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Rectory Road
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Hillfield Street
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Rectory Place
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Bensham Avenue
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Dixon Street
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Rawling Road
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Chepstow Gardens
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Balfour Street
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Saltwell Place
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Claremont Street
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Airey Terrace
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Bensham North
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Askew Road West
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Saltwell Road
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Cuthbert Street
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Bridges View
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Windermere Street
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Derwentwater Road
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Victoria Road
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Balfour Street
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Cuthbert Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.