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Dunston Hill and Whickham East

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About

Dunston Hill and Whickham East is a residential ward situated on the south bank of the River Tyne. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, from interwar semis to modern developments, set along steeply sloping streets that offer views across the valley. It functions primarily as a commuter area for Newcastle and central Gateshead, with local shopping parades serving daily needs. The terrain shapes the community, with the lower areas closer to the Tyne and the higher streets near the old Whickham highway.

The ward contains several green spaces, including the expansive Chase Park with its sports facilities and woodland walks. A notable local landmark is the stately Dunston Hill House, a former convalescent home that is a prominent feature on the skyline. The area is historically linked to coal mining, with some older properties originally built for colliery workers. Public transport connections, including frequent bus services along the A694, are a key feature for residents.

Area overview

On average Dunston Hill and Whickham East has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 128 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Dunston Hill and Whickham East is £46,675 per year. There are 4 schools in Dunston Hill and Whickham East: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Dunston Hill and Whickham East is home to around 8,786 people, with a population density of about 2,046.1 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
128
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
9.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dunston Hill and Whickham East Population
8,786
Population density
2,046.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
57.48(+40%)
Shoplifting
46.32(+281%)
Anti-social behaviour
25.95(+14%)
Public order
17.98(+105%)
Criminal damage and arson
16.28(+36%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,352
95.07%
Other White
113
1.29%
Other
47
0.54%
White and Asian (mixed)
37
0.42%
Irish
33
0.38%
Total population: 8,785

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,309
31.42%
Level 3 (A level)
1,344
18.29%
No qualifications
1,274
17.34%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,027
13.97%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
663
9.02%
Total 16+ residents: 7,349

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,655
42.88%
Owns with a mortgage
1,362
35.28%
Social rents from council
343
8.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
340
8.81%
Other social rented
82
2.12%
Total households: 3,860

Property prices in Dunston Hill and Whickham East

Based on 122 recent sales, the median property price is £189,500 in Dunston Hill and Whickham East area, with individual transactions ranging from £42,500 up to £740,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Dunston Hill and Whickham East 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 Dunston Hill and Whickham East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£449,995
Flats8£87,475
Semi-Detached55£180,000
Terraced36£169,000

10 years median price trend in Dunston Hill and Whickham East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Dunston Hill and Whickham East.

All postcodes in Dunston Hill and Whickham East

NE119XJ

Maple Avenue

NE164HA

Crawley Gardens

NE164HF

Front Street

NE119RE

Braeside

NE119UP

King George Avenue

NE119UQ

Oak Avenue

NE164TQ

Cherrytree Drive

NE119RD

Braeside

NE164SH

Church Chare

NE164EZ

Bowness Road

NE164QB

Willow Close

NE164SN

The Knowles

NE119RJ

Spinneyside Gardens

NE164RH

Broadpool Green

NE119QN

Deneside

NE119ST

Ellison Road

NE119UT

Holly Avenue

NE164RN

Lansbury Road

NE119UL

School Avenue

NE164EH

Whickham Park

NE164QX

Rokerby Avenue

NE164QY

The Grove

NE164SP

Park Drive

NE164TJ

Market Lane

NE119RF

Dunston Hill and Whickham East

NE119QP

Bracken Drive

NE119RR

Railway Cottages

NE119RY

Percy Gardens

NE164SY

Lambton Avenue

NE119DA

Mansion Heights

NE164PQ

Whaggs Lane

NE119DL

Mansion Heights

NE119NQ

Glebe Terrace

NE119UJ

Ede Avenue

NE164DH

Dunston Hill and Whickham East

NE119PW

Finchale Close

NE119RA

Douglas Gardens

NE119RH

Braeside

NE119XH

Redesdale Gardens

NE164HB

Duckpool Lane

NE164RF

Broadpool Terrace

NE164SS

Ashfield Avenue

NE119QQ

Knoll Rise

NE164RQ

Broom Green

NE119NR

Wynyard Street

NE164QP

Broom Lane

NE119FQ

Monkridge Court

NE119RX

Hillhead Gardens

NE164RS

Southfield Road

NE164TE

Duckpool Lane

NE119XE

Monkridge Gardens

NE164ET

Windermere Gardens

NE164EX

Buttermere Avenue

NE119QR

Hillside

NE164EN

Dockendale Lane

NE164QS

Broom Lane

NE164RB

Bucks Hill View

NE119RU

Lobley Gardens

NE164QZ

Broom Lane

NE119US

Poplar Crescent

NE164DT

Front Street

NE164EY

Derwentwater Gardens

NE164HD

The Orchard

NE164PT

Broom Lane

NE119XB

Mount Grove

NE164PE

Rectory Lane

NE164SL

School Lane

NE119FN

Cranswick

NE119GD

Mansion Heights

NE119QL

Whickham Highway

NE119SL

Kensington Terrace

NE119UE

Moore Avenue

NE164PX

Queens Drive

NE164SJ

Church Green

NE119UX

Elm Avenue

NE119PX

Fountains Close

NE164BU

Church Rise

NE164TH

Duckpool Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.