Area360 logo

Find postcode

Dunston Hill and Whickham East

Interactive map displaying Dunston Hill and Whickham East

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 moderate crime levels, with around 109 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
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
109
Deprivation level
4/10
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
46.55(+20%)
Shoplifting
40.18(+243%)
Anti-social behaviour
19.69(-10%)
Public order
15.25(+86%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.86(+13%)
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%
Other Asian
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 £182,500 in Dunston Hill and Whickham East area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 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
Terraced37£168,000
Detached27£435,000
Flats8£88,250
Semi-Detached50£170,000

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

NE119NS

Shrewsbury Street

NE164RQ

Broom Green

NE164RL

Southfield Green

NE119QQ

Knoll Rise

NE119PT

Gibside Court

NE119PA

Park Terrace

NE164PU

Cornmoor Road

NE119QA

Dunston Bank

NE164SJ

Church Green

NE164PZ

Cornmoor Gardens

NE164DH

Dunston Hill and Whickham East

NE164QA

Millfield Road

NE164HJ

Washingwell Lane

NE164PN

Ashfield Rise

NE119UY

Cypress Crescent

NE164PE

Rectory Lane

NE164RX

Millfield Court

NE119PZ

Hexham Court

NE164TF

Orchard Road

NE164TW

Duckpool Lane North

NE164SH

Church Chare

NE119QR

Hillside

NE164TA

Orange Grove

NE119GD

Mansion Heights

NE119RX

Hillhead Gardens

NE164PF

Whaggs Lane

NE164RT

Washingwell Lane

NE164DT

Front Street

NE164HL

Front Street

NE164QY

The Grove

NE119UB

Wilson Street

NE164EQ

Whickham Park

NE119QP

Bracken Drive

NE164SU

Beech Avenue

NE119NR

Wynyard Street

NE119XJ

Maple Avenue

NE119ST

Ellison Road

NE164EY

Derwentwater Gardens

NE164EL

Front Street

NE119NX

Market Lane

NE164HH

Whickham Lodge

NE164QZ

Broom Lane

NE119RT

Woodburn Gardens

NE164SN

The Knowles

NE164QW

Washingwell Park

NE119FP

Dryburgh

NE119UX

Elm Avenue

NE119RU

Lobley Gardens

NE119UP

King George Avenue

NE119RP

Knightside Gardens

NE164EH

Whickham Park

NE164QX

Rokerby Avenue

NE164ES

Borrowdale

NE164TB

Cromwell Road

NE164EU

Grasmere Road

NE119RD

Braeside

NE119QS

Hillcrest Drive

NE164SQ

Ashfield Park

NE164RH

Broadpool Green

NE164BU

Church Rise

NE119NP

Wood Street

NE164EZ

Bowness Road

NE119PY

Dunston Bank

NE119FN

Cranswick

NE164HF

Front Street

NE119RF

Dunston Hill and Whickham East

NE164EP

Whickham Highway

NE119DL

Mansion Heights

NE164TG

Orchard Road

NE119XH

Redesdale Gardens

NE164ET

Windermere Gardens

NE119UU

Cedar Crescent

NE119UA

Hawthorne Terrace

NE119PU

Westminster Drive

NE164SW

Orchard Road

NE164PX

Queens Drive

NE119RR

Railway Cottages

NE119UE

Moore Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.