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Blaydon South

About

Blaydon South is a residential district situated on the south bank of the River Tyne, directly opposite the town of Blaydon itself. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, primarily interwar and post-war semi-detached and terraced homes, with some modern developments. It functions as a commuter area for both Gateshead and Newcastle upon Tyne, with good road links via the A1. The local landscape includes several small greens and the gentle slopes leading down towards the river.

A notable local feature is the substantial Winlaton Mill industrial estate, which provides significant employment within the area's boundaries. The district is served by local shops and amenities along Chainbridge Road. The nearby River Derwent flows into the Tyne here, creating a confluence visible from parts of the area. Recreational space is provided by the extensive paths and open ground along the riverbanks, which form part of the wider Tyne Riverside Country Park network.

Area overview

On average Blaydon South has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Blaydon South is £36,950 per year. There are 2 schools in Blaydon South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Blaydon South is home to around 8,037 people, with a population density of about 4,390.1 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Blaydon South Population

8,037

Population density

4,390.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

31.85(-18%)

Anti-social behaviour

22.02(+1%)

Shoplifting

12.07(+3%)

Criminal damage and arson

11.32(-1%)

Vehicle crime

6.22(+51%)

North East average

Demographics

British

7,619

94.79%

Other White

1.17%

Chinese

0.65%

Irish

0.44%

African

0.4%

Total population: 8,038

Economics

No qualifications

1,518

23.53%

Level 4+ (Degree)

1,486

23.04%

Level 3 (A level)

1,167

18.09%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

985

15.27%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

661

10.25%

Total 16+ residents: 6,450

Housing

Social rents from council

1,100

30.02%

Owns with a mortgage

1,047

28.58%

Owns outright

717

19.57%

Private landlord or letting agency

460

12.55%

Other social rented

218

5.95%

Total households: 3,664

Property prices in Blaydon South

Based on 98 recent sales, the median property price is £143,000 in Blaydon South area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Blaydon South over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	Median £/m²	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	9	£270,000	£2,331	£169,200	£247,500	£299,200	£392,000
Flats	5	£68,500	£1,292	£60,800	£64,000	£91,000	£102,200
Semi-Detached	22	£130,000	£1,821	£100,275	£117,750	£160,000	£199,033
Terraced	62	£143,000	£1,846	£95,250	£120,000	£160,000	£205,000

10 years median price trend in Blaydon South

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/06/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Housing

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