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About

Kenton is a residential ward located in the western part of Newcastle upon Tyne. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and larger detached houses. It is situated near major transport routes, including the A1 and A69, providing easy access to the city center and surrounding areas. Kenton is also home to several schools, parks, and local amenities, catering to families and long-term residents.

The ward features a range of local shops, cafes, and community facilities, with Kenton Bar and Cowgate being notable nearby areas. Public transport links include bus services connecting to Newcastle city center and other suburbs. While predominantly residential, Kenton has pockets of green space, such as Havannah Nature Reserve, offering outdoor recreation. The area has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on practical living rather than nightlife or tourism.

Area overview

On average Kenton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kenton is £36,992 per year. There are 6 schools in Kenton: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

102

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Kenton Population

11,528

Population density

5,564.8 per km²

Demographics

British

9,202

79.83%

Other White

491

4.26%

African

376

3.26%

Arab

185

1.6%

Other Asian

167

1.45%

Total population: 11,527

Housing

Social rents from council

1,695

34.71%

Owns with a mortgage

1,211

24.8%

Owns outright

1,088

22.28%

Private landlord or letting agency

443

9.07%

Other social rented

341

6.98%

Total households: 4,884

Property prices in Kenton

Based on 85 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Kenton area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,500 up to £421,000.

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 Kenton over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£248,000	£227,300	£236,500	£334,500	£403,700
Flats	8	£63,500	£42,075	£56,625	£71,250	£75,000
Semi-Detached	38	£180,000	£130,850	£160,250	£295,000	£351,853
Terraced	36	£162,500	£92,875	£136,125	£304,500	£359,750

10 years median price trend in Kenton

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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