Elswick is a residential ward in the west end of Newcastle upon Tyne, bordered by the River Tyne to the south and Scotswood Road to the north. The area is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, modern apartments, and social housing. Elswick Park and the nearby Exhibition Park provide green spaces for recreation. The ward has strong transport links, with several bus routes connecting it to Newcastle city centre and surrounding areas.
The area has a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and community centres. Elswick is home to a diverse population, with a significant number of families and students. The West Road serves as a main thoroughfare, offering supermarkets, takeaways, and independent businesses. While the ward faces some socioeconomic challenges, it has a strong sense of community, with active local groups and cultural events.
On average Elswick has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 177 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 51.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Elswick is £30,658 per year. There are 7 schools in Elswick: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 40 recent sales, the median property price is £110,000 in Elswick area, with individual transactions ranging from £45,000 up to £275,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 13 | £60,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 6 | £122,500 |
| Terraced | 21 | £131,000 |
10 years price trend in Elswick
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Arthur's Hill
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Gloucester Terrace
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Bristol Terrace
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Chesterfield Road
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Caroline Street
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Bentinck Street
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Teindland Close
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Birnie Close
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Normount Road
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Western Avenue
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Benwell
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Campbell Place
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Mill Lane
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Mill Lane
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Lynnwood Avenue
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Nesham Street
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Benwell Grove
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Clifton Road
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Tweed Street
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Elswick South
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Brancepeth Avenue
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Western Drive
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Strathmore Crescent
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Gerald Street
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Beech Street
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Grainger Park Road
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Barnesbury Road
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Colston Street
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Beech Grove Road
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Eaton Place
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Arena Way
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Atherton Drive
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Dipton Avenue
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Clifton Road
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St John's Road
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Pipe Track Lane
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Lynnwood Terrace
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Kingsley Terrace
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Lynnwood Terrace
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Dunholme Road
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Cambridge Street
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Chesterfield Road
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Armstrong Road
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Benwell
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Beech Street
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Maria Street
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Clara Street
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Ellesmere Road
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Strathmore Crescent
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Belgrave Parade
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Surrey Place
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Northbourne Street
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Elswick South
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Hampstead Road
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Elswick North
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Ellesmere Road
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Hawthorn Terrace
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Gardener Street
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Clifton Road
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St John's Road
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Cliftonville Avenue
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Buddle Road
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Gerald Street
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Hoyle Avenue
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Clumber Street
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Hartington Street
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Kenilworth Road
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Durham Street
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Sovereign Court
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Malvern Street
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Armstrong Road
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Buddle Road
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Amelia Walk
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Isabella Close
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Gerald Street
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Lewis Drive
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Anglesey Place
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Arthur's Hill
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Gloucester Terrace
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Bentinck Road
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Buddle Court
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Westmorland Road
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James Street
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Angel View
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Wellfield Road
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Paignton Avenue
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Grainger Park Road
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Gloucester Road
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Mill Lane
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Belgrave Parade
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Malvern Street
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Britannia Place
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Noble Street
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Amethyst Road
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Elswick North
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Ilfracombe Avenue
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Clovelly Avenue
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Goldfinch Close
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Surrey Place
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Kingsley Terrace
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.