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Gateshead South

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About

Gateshead South is a residential area located in the southern part of Gateshead, near the River Tyne. It includes neighborhoods like Deckham, Felling, and Pelaw, with a mix of housing types, from terraced homes to modern developments. The area is well-connected, with major roads like the A184 providing easy access to Newcastle and other parts of Tyneside. Public transport options include bus routes and the nearby Gateshead Interchange.

Local amenities include schools, parks, and shopping facilities, with the Felling town center offering supermarkets and independent stores. The area has a strong sense of community, with events often held at local venues. Nearby green spaces like Windy Nook Nature Park provide outdoor recreation. Industrial estates in Pelaw and Team Valley contribute to the local economy, offering employment opportunities. The blend of residential and commercial spaces makes Gateshead South a practical place to live.

Area overview

On average Gateshead South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 132 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gateshead South is £38,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Gateshead South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
132
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
18.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Gateshead South Population
5,126
Population density
7,577.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,154
80.94%
Other White
321
6.25%
Other
221
4.31%
African
97
1.89%
Arab
42
0.82%
Total population: 5,132

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
699
31.18%
Owns outright
578
25.78%
Owns with a mortgage
493
21.99%
Social rents from council
246
10.97%
Other social rented
172
7.67%
Total households: 2,242

Property prices in Gateshead South

Based on 48 recent sales, the median property price is £135,250 in Gateshead South area, with individual transactions ranging from £44,000 up to £481,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Gateshead South 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 Gateshead South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£310,000
Flats19£72,000
Semi-Detached9£350,000
Terraced19£160,000

10 years median price trend in Gateshead South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gateshead South.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.