Blakelaw is a residential area located in the western part of Newcastle upon Tyne, approximately 2 miles from the city center. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and low-rise flats. It is bordered by Cowgate to the east and Chapel House to the west, with good transport links via the A1 and local bus routes.
The area features basic amenities, including a small shopping precinct, a primary school, and several green spaces like Blakelaw Park. While it lacks major attractions, its proximity to the city center makes it a practical choice for commuters. The housing is mostly affordable, catering to families and first-time buyers. Blakelaw has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on community and convenience.
On average Blakelaw has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 106 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blakelaw is £34,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Blakelaw: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £156,000 in Blakelaw area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,000 up to £280,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 3 | £240,000 |
| Flats | 4 | £79,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 41 | £162,500 |
| Terraced | 21 | £140,000 |
10 years price trend in Blakelaw
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Rollesby Court
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Roundhill Avenue
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Avonlea Way
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Lazonby Way
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Cragston Avenue
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Wilbury Place
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Rothay Place
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Two Ball Lonnen
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Gishford Way
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Marlfield Court
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Brookside Crescent
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Rednam Place
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Craigmillar Avenue
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Fuchsia Place
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Firfield Road
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Springfield Road
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Oakwood Place
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Rosehill Way
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Rowan Way
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Moulton Place
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Sunnyway
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Chandra Place
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Blakelaw Road
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Berrington Drive
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Tredegar Close
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Binswood Avenue
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Moulton Place
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Abercrombie Place
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Chevington Gardens
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Roundhill Avenue
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Craigmillar Avenue
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Blakelaw Road
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Ponteland Road
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Chevington Gardens
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Rothay Place
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Colwyne Place
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Moulton Place
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Lynton Way
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Histon Court
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Furness Grove
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Caernarvon Close
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Deepbrook Road
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Inchcliffe Crescent
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Deepbrook Road
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Blakelaw
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Blakelaw Road
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Craigmillar Avenue
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Lynton Place
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Blakelaw
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Lazonby Way
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Kelston Way
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Cambo Green
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Blakelaw
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Elder Grove
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Chessar Avenue
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Melvin Place
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.