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Holywell & Hartley

About

Holywell & Hartley is a rural area in southeast Northumberland, known for its mix of farmland and small settlements. The landscape features open fields, hedgerows, and scattered woodlands, with the Holywell Dene nature reserve providing a green corridor for wildlife. The area retains a quiet, countryside feel while being close to larger towns like Whitley Bay and Newcastle.

The villages of Holywell and Hartley have a historic character, with stone-built cottages and a traditional parish church. Local amenities include a village hall, a primary school, and a few small businesses. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists due to its proximity to coastal paths and the Northumberland countryside. Housing ranges from older properties to newer developments, offering a blend of rural and suburban living.

Area overview

On average Holywell & Hartley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Holywell & Hartley is £38,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Holywell & Hartley: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Holywell & Hartley Population

7,374

Population density

499.6 per km²

Demographics

British

7,201

97.65%

Other White

0.65%

Irish

0.34%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.28%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.18%

Total population: 7,374

Housing

Owns outright

1,543

43.5%

Owns with a mortgage

1,010

28.47%

Social rents from council

568

16.01%

Private landlord or letting agency

256

7.22%

Other social rented

2.57%

Total households: 3,547

Property prices in Holywell & Hartley

Based on 111 recent sales, the median property price is £233,000 in Holywell & Hartley area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,500 up to £470,000.

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 Holywell & Hartley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	27	£337,000	£229,399	£290,000	£367,500	£431,674
Flats	7	£116,000	£73,350	£97,500	£117,450	£120,600
Semi-Detached	53	£230,495	£153,800	£181,000	£269,950	£371,200
Terraced	24	£165,000	£113,625	£134,875	£232,688	£350,000

10 years median price trend in Holywell & Hartley

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

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

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