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Chowdene

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About

Chowdene ward is located in the southern part of Gateshead, covering residential areas such as Chowdene, Wrekenton, and parts of Low Fell. The ward is bordered by the A1 motorway to the west, providing easy access to Newcastle and other parts of the region. Housing in the area includes a mix of terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments, catering to a range of residents.

The ward features several green spaces, including Chowdene Park and Wrekenton Community Park, offering recreational areas for locals. Public transport links connect Chowdene to Gateshead town centre and nearby areas, with bus routes running frequently. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, serving the needs of the ward’s population. The area maintains a quiet, suburban feel while remaining well-connected to wider Gateshead.

Area overview

On average Chowdene has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Chowdene is £36,452 per year. There are 3 schools in Chowdene: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
29.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chowdene Population
8,747
Population density
5,571.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,245
94.26%
Other White
92
1.05%
Other
79
0.9%
African
54
0.62%
Pakistani
35
0.4%
Total population: 8,747

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,304
32.39%
Social rents from council
1,119
27.79%
Owns with a mortgage
1,071
26.6%
Private landlord or letting agency
323
8.02%
Other social rented
137
3.4%
Total households: 4,026

Property prices in Chowdene

Based on 81 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Chowdene area, with individual transactions ranging from £32,500 up to £800,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chowdene 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 Chowdene over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£274,214
Flats7£70,000
Semi-Detached32£214,000
Terraced35£130,000

10 years median price trend in Chowdene

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chowdene.

Data Sources

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