Byker East is a residential area in Newcastle upon Tyne, located just east of the city center. It is known for the Byker Wall, a distinctive housing estate designed in the 1970s by architect Ralph Erskine. The area features a mix of social housing and private homes, with green spaces like Byker Moor providing recreational areas for residents.
The area has local amenities including shops, schools, and community centers, catering to everyday needs. Public transport links, such as the Byker Metro station, connect the neighborhood to the wider city. Byker East has a strong sense of community, with events and initiatives often organized by local groups. The area’s industrial past is still visible, with some older buildings reflecting its heritage.
On average Byker East has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 176 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Byker East is £31,000 per year. There are 1 schools in Byker East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 34 recent sales, the median property price is £141,000 in Byker East area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,000 up to £235,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 1 | £216,500 |
| Flats | 7 | £72,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 9 | £198,000 |
| Terraced | 17 | £152,000 |
10 years price trend in Byker East
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Back Chapman Street
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Orpington Avenue
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Iolanthe Crescent
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Bothal Street
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Lownds Terrace
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Ulverstone Terrace
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Gillies Street
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Chillingham Road
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Brough Park Way
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Benson Road
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Sutton Street
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St Oswald Avenue
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Julian Avenue
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Clydesdale Road
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Byker East
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Wansbeck Close
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Ada Street
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Benson Road
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Fossway
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Fossway
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Christopher Road
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St Oswald Avenue
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Whinneyfield Road
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Pembroke Avenue
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Scrogg Road
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Brook Street
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Borrowdale Avenue
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Scarborough Road
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Mead Walk
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Palmerston Avenue
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Morton Street
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Clifford Road
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Orpington Avenue
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Grace Street
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Byker East
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Baret Road
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Orpington Avenue
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Cullercoats Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.