Gateshead is a district in the North East of England, located on the southern bank of the River Tyne. It is part of the metropolitan county of Tyne and Wear and lies opposite Newcastle upon Tyne. The area is known for its industrial heritage, with a history rooted in coal mining and shipbuilding. Landmarks like the Gateshead Millennium Bridge and the Sage music venue highlight its modern development.
The district includes urban areas such as central Gateshead and suburban neighborhoods like Low Fell and Bensham. It features green spaces like Saltwell Park and the Derwent Walk Country Park. Gateshead is well-connected by road and public transport, including the Tyne and Wear Metro. The area has a mix of residential, commercial, and cultural spaces, with ongoing regeneration projects shaping its future.
On average Gateshead has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 107 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gateshead is £37,294 per year. There are 93 schools in Gateshead: 67 primary (7 Outstanding and 46 Good) and 8 secondary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good).
Based on 2,105 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Gateshead area, with individual transactions ranging from £31,000 up to £1,475,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 298 | £290,000 |
| Flats | 304 | £100,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 769 | £175,000 |
| Terraced | 734 | £140,000 |
10 years price trend in Gateshead
Birtley
Blaydon
Bridges
Chopwell and Rowlands Gill
Chowdene
Crawcrook and Greenside
Deckham
Dunston and Teams
Dunston Hill and Whickham East
Felling
High Fell
Lamesley
Lobley Hill and Bensham
Low Fell
Pelaw and Heworth
Ryton, Crookhill and Stella
Saltwell
Wardley and Leam Lane
Whickham North
Whickham South and Sunniside
Windy Nook and Whitehills
Winlaton and High Spen
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.