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Chopwell and Rowlands Gill

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About

Chopwell and Rowlands Gill ward is located in the western part of Gateshead, covering a mix of rural and semi-rural areas. The ward includes the villages of Chopwell and Rowlands Gill, along with smaller settlements like High Spen and Barlow. The area is characterised by green spaces, including Chopwell Wood, one of the largest woodlands in the region, and the Derwent Walk Country Park, which follows the route of an old railway line.

The ward has a mix of residential areas, local businesses, and community facilities such as schools, libraries, and leisure centres. Public transport links connect the area to Gateshead town centre and Newcastle, while the A694 provides road access. The River Derwent runs through the ward, adding to its natural appeal. Chopwell and Rowlands Gill offer a quieter lifestyle compared to urban Gateshead, with a focus on outdoor activities and community events.

Area overview

On average Chopwell and Rowlands Gill has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chopwell and Rowlands Gill is £37,098 per year. There are 4 schools in Chopwell and Rowlands Gill: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
85
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
18.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chopwell and Rowlands Gill Population
8,831
Population density
522.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,403
95.12%
Other White
140
1.58%
Other
44
0.5%
Arab
33
0.37%
White and Black African (mixed)
28
0.32%
Total population: 8,834

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,564
37.36%
Owns with a mortgage
1,017
24.3%
Social rents from council
806
19.25%
Private landlord or letting agency
587
14.02%
Other social rented
99
2.37%
Total households: 4,186

Property prices in Chopwell and Rowlands Gill

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £134,284 in Chopwell and Rowlands Gill area, with individual transactions ranging from £38,000 up to £695,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chopwell and Rowlands Gill in the last year.

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

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Chopwell and Rowlands Gill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£330,000
Flats3£125,000
Semi-Detached35£190,000
Terraced61£85,000

10 years median price trend in Chopwell and Rowlands Gill

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chopwell and Rowlands Gill.

All postcodes in Chopwell and Rowlands Gill

NE391LT

Chopwell Woods Road

NE391LE

Burnside Road

NE391QB

The Avenue

NE392LL

The Green

NE392LD

Barkwood Road

NE392LY

Highfield Road

NE392PG

Garesfield Gardens

NE392PL

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.