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Fellgate and Hedworth

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About

Fellgate and Hedworth is a residential ward situated in the western part of the South Tyneside borough. The area is characterised by post-war housing estates and modern developments, providing homes for a significant portion of the local population. It lies close to the edge of the borough, with open green spaces and farmland marking its boundaries. The ward is primarily a settled community with local amenities focused on day-to-day needs.

The landscape includes the steep slopes of the Hedworth Hills, which offer elevated views across the surrounding area. A notable local feature is the presence of the historic Hedworth Hall, a former manor house now serving community functions. Public transport links, including the Tyne and Wear Metro station at Fellgate, connect the ward directly to South Shields and Newcastle. The area maintains a distinct separation from the more industrial riverside communities to the north.

Area overview

On average Fellgate and Hedworth has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 30.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Fellgate and Hedworth is £41,373 per year. There are 4 schools in Fellgate and Hedworth: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Fellgate and Hedworth is home to around 7,341 people, with a population density of about 852.3 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
30.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Fellgate and Hedworth Population
7,341
Population density
852.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
35.42(-8%)
Anti-social behaviour
17.57(-20%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.13(-20%)
Public order
8.45(+3%)
Other theft
6.67(+11%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,042
95.95%
Other White
86
1.17%
African
27
0.37%
White and Asian (mixed)
27
0.37%
Indian
22
0.3%
Total population: 7,339

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,352
22.4%
No qualifications
1,275
21.13%
Level 3 (A level)
1,131
18.74%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
876
14.52%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
674
11.17%
Total 16+ residents: 6,035

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,074
32.2%
Social rents from council
1,016
30.46%
Owns with a mortgage
827
24.8%
Private landlord or letting agency
226
6.78%
Other social rented
138
4.14%
Total households: 3,335

Property prices in Fellgate and Hedworth

Based on 81 recent sales, the median property price is £176,995 in Fellgate and Hedworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £359,095.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Fellgate and Hedworth 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 Fellgate and Hedworth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced25£140,000
Detached12£273,123
Flats6£82,000
Semi-Detached38£179,500

10 years median price trend in Fellgate and Hedworth

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Fellgate and Hedworth.

All postcodes in Fellgate and Hedworth

NE324TS

Coventry Way

NE324TL

Bangor Square

NE324UP

Lincoln Way

NE324QR

Fellgate Avenue

NE324QF

Linkway

NE324UR

Lincoln Way

NE324DJ

Eden Walk

NE324PL

Deneside

NE324SA

The Grove

NE360BD

Follingsby Lane

NE324UA

Gloucester Way

NE324XX

Foxhomes

NE324TQ

Coventry Way

NE324RG

Moorlands

Data Sources

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