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About

Harton West is a residential area in South Tyneside, located near the town of South Shields. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is close to local amenities, including schools, parks, and shopping facilities, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.

The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes providing links to South Shields and nearby Newcastle. Harton West also benefits from green spaces like West Park, offering recreational opportunities. Its proximity to the coast and the A19 makes it accessible for both leisure and travel. The community is served by local schools and healthcare services, adding to its convenience.

Area overview

On average Harton West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Harton West is £42,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Harton West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Harton West Population

5,244

Population density

4,150.4 per km²

Demographics

British

5,017

95.73%

Indian

0.5%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.46%

Other White

0.44%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.44%

Total population: 5,241

Housing

Owns outright

1,294

54.76%

Owns with a mortgage

742

31.4%

Private landlord or letting agency

117

4.95%

Other social rented

4.19%

Social rents from council

2.41%

Total households: 2,363

Property prices in Harton West

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £225,000 in Harton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £38,000 up to £546,500.

Price distribution per property type (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 Harton West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£470,000	£214,500	£432,500	£490,950	£535,390
Flats	7	£75,000	£41,450	£56,000	£124,975	£196,485
Semi-Detached	43	£235,000	£125,400	£174,000	£337,500	£427,200
Terraced	12	£171,000	£105,500	£117,500	£240,213	£276,750

10 years median price trend in Harton West

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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