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Holystone & Benton

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About

Holestone & Benton sits within North Tyneside's suburban landscape, characterised by residential streets and local amenities. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types from older terraces to modern developments. It is served by local shops, schools, and community facilities centred around the main roads. The nearby Rising Sun Country Park offers accessible green space for recreation, contrasting with the built-up environment.

A notable local feature is the historic St. Bartholomew's Church in Benton, which dates back to the 12th century. The area is defined by its practical connections, including the frequent Metro service providing direct links to Newcastle upon Tyne and the coast. This transport access supports its role as a commuter base, while maintaining a distinct, settled neighbourhood atmosphere separate from the city centre.

Area overview

On average Holystone & Benton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Holystone & Benton is £58,001 per year. There are 2 schools in Holystone & Benton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Holystone & Benton is home to around 9,895 people, with a population density of about 1,773.1 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
14.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Holystone & Benton Population
9,895
Population density
1,773.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
22.64(-45%)
Anti-social behaviour
17.38(-24%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.87(-43%)
Public order
5.86(-33%)
Vehicle crime
5.15(+14%)
North East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,788
88.81%
Indian
211
2.13%
Other White
191
1.93%
Chinese
171
1.73%
White and Asian (mixed)
83
0.84%
Total population: 9,895

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
3,377
41.94%
Level 3 (A level)
1,322
16.42%
No qualifications
1,167
14.49%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,027
12.75%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
583
7.24%
Total 16+ residents: 8,052

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,760
40.9%
Owns outright
1,433
33.3%
Social rents from council
427
9.92%
Private landlord or letting agency
422
9.81%
Other social rented
193
4.49%
Total households: 4,303

Property prices in Holystone & Benton

Based on 133 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Holystone & Benton area, with individual transactions ranging from £51,500 up to £699,177.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Holystone & Benton 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 Holystone & Benton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached44£333,500
Flats23£122,000
Semi-Detached44£234,000
Terraced22£212,500

10 years median price trend in Holystone & Benton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Holystone & Benton.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.