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About

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.

Area overview

On average Elswick has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 178 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 £30,653 per year. There are 7 schools in Elswick: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

178

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Elswick Population

16,126

Population density

5,406.9 per km²

Demographics

British

5,075

31.47%

Bangladeshi

3,191

19.79%

African

1,378

8.55%

Other White

1,316

8.16%

Pakistani

1,195

7.41%

Total population: 16,126

Housing

Social rents from council

2,006

35.46%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,559

27.56%

Other social rented

861

15.22%

Owns with a mortgage

547

9.67%

Owns outright

490

8.66%

Total households: 5,657

Property prices in Elswick

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £175,000 in Elswick area, with individual transactions ranging from £44,000 up to £344,995.

Price distribution per property type (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 Elswick over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£271,495	£259,495	£269,000	£312,495	£338,225
Flats	11	£52,500	£44,500	£50,000	£69,875	£89,500
Semi-Detached	19	£199,950	£117,750	£165,000	£234,000	£244,995
Terraced	23	£141,000	£75,000	£115,500	£186,495	£228,000

10 years median price trend in Elswick

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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