What's the Gateshead population and density?

Gateshead population is 196,151 with density 1378.0 per km².

How deprived is Gateshead?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 12463 of 32844 in country).

What are prices by property type in Gateshead?

Latest medians: Detached £290,000, Semi-detached £180,000, Terraced £139,975, Flats £100,000.

What are house prices in Gateshead?

Based on 2,151 recent sales, the median price is £160,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How many households are in Gateshead?

There are 88,999 households in Gateshead

What home types are most common in Gateshead?

Housing mix: semi-detached 43.2%, terraced 25.0%.

How safe is Gateshead?

Crime level in Gateshead is high with about 107 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How much social housing is near Gateshead?

About 24.1% across the Gateshead area.

What's the average income in Gateshead?

Average resident income is about £37,294 per year.

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Q: What schools in Gateshead and how are they rated?

There are 93 schools in Gateshead: 67 primary (7 Outstanding and 46 Good) and 8 secondary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good)

England / North East / Gateshead

About

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.

Area overview

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).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

107

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

24.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Gateshead Population

196,151

Population density

1,378 per km²

Demographics

British

177,131

90.3%

Other White

5,277

2.69%

Other

2,202

1.12%

African

1,852

0.94%

Other Asian

1,429

0.73%

Total population: 196,149

Housing

Owns outright

27,161

30.52%

Owns with a mortgage

24,448

27.47%

Social rents from council

17,308

19.45%

Private landlord or letting agency

12,920

14.52%

Other social rented

5,026

5.65%

Total households: 88,999

Property prices in Gateshead

Based on 2,151 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Gateshead area, with individual transactions ranging from £31,000 up to £1,475,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	315	£290,000	£190,000	£247,995	£357,500	£580,000
Flats	327	£100,000	£45,000	£77,000	£133,000	£190,000
Semi-Detached	777	£180,000	£100,000	£141,000	£231,000	£347,600
Terraced	732	£139,975	£65,275	£110,000	£178,125	£282,250

10 years price trend in Gateshead

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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