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England / North East / Newcastle upon Tyne / Heaton

About

Heaton ward is a residential area in the east of Newcastle upon Tyne, known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing. The area is popular with students and young professionals due to its proximity to Newcastle University and the city centre. Heaton Park, one of the largest green spaces in the ward, offers walking paths and recreational facilities.

The ward has a range of local shops, cafes, and pubs along Chillingham Road and Heaton Road. Public transport links provide easy access to the city centre and surrounding areas. Heaton is also home to the Ouseburn Valley, a cultural hub with live music venues and art spaces. The area has a strong sense of community, with regular events and festivals.

Area overview

On average Heaton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Heaton is £38,943 per year. There are 3 schools in Heaton: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
67
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
10.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Heaton Population
10,594
Population density
6,267.2 per km²

Demographics

British
8,170
77.12%
Other White
588
5.55%
Indian
397
3.75%
Pakistani
247
2.33%
Irish
161
1.52%
Total population: 10,594

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,944
40.52%
Owns with a mortgage
1,148
23.93%
Owns outright
1,021
21.28%
Other social rented
294
6.13%
Social rents from council
238
4.96%
Total households: 4,798

Property prices in Heaton

Based on 144 recent sales, the median property price is £222,500 in Heaton area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £635,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£385,000
Flats60£168,750
Semi-Detached25£318,995
Terraced56£310,000

10 years price trend in Heaton

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Data Sources

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