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About

Fenham is a residential area located west of Newcastle upon Tyne city center. It is primarily made up of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, with some larger detached properties. The area is well-connected, with frequent bus services to the city center and nearby suburbs. Fenham borders the Town Moor, a large open space popular for walking and leisure activities.

The area has local shops, cafes, and amenities along Fenham Hall Drive and nearby West Road. Fenham is home to a mix of families, students, and long-term residents, with a range of schools and community facilities. The presence of Newcastle University’s student accommodation adds to the area’s varied population. Fenham offers a quieter alternative to the city center while remaining within easy reach of its amenities.

Area overview

On average Fenham has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Fenham is £34,400 per year. There are 3 schools in Fenham: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

102

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

24.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Fenham Population

11,810

Population density

4,868.3 per km²

Demographics

British

7,693

65.17%

Pakistani

1,262

10.69%

Bangladeshi

628

5.32%

Other White

401

3.4%

Indian

392

3.32%

Total population: 11,805

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,426

29.91%

Owns outright

1,280

26.85%

Social rents from council

1,031

21.62%

Private landlord or letting agency

728

15.27%

Other social rented

175

3.67%

Total households: 4,768

Property prices in Fenham

Based on 101 recent sales, the median property price is £154,000 in Fenham area, with individual transactions ranging from £44,500 up to £375,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	4	£241,000	£214,050	£230,250	£262,500	£304,500
Flats	13	£90,000	£53,800	£80,000	£106,500	£189,000
Semi-Detached	42	£165,000	£120,175	£142,488	£192,000	£265,625
Terraced	42	£147,250	£105,250	£127,500	£182,500	£263,750

10 years price trend in Fenham

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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