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Lobley Hill and Bensham

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About

Lobley Hill and Bensham is a residential ward in Gateshead, located west of the town centre. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is well-connected to central Gateshead and Newcastle via major roads and public transport, making it a practical location for commuters. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small shopping areas catering to daily needs.

The ward has a mix of green spaces, such as Saltwell Park, one of Gateshead’s largest parks, offering recreational facilities and walking paths. Bensham has a historically Jewish community, with cultural landmarks like the Gateshead Talmudical College. The area also has a range of independent shops and eateries, reflecting its varied population. Lobley Hill and Bensham provides a balance of urban convenience and quieter residential living.

Area overview

On average Lobley Hill and Bensham has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 142 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 41.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lobley Hill and Bensham is £34,753 per year. There are 4 schools in Lobley Hill and Bensham: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
142
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
41.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Lobley Hill and Bensham

Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £158,750 in Lobley Hill and Bensham area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £355,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£283,000
Flats8£82,500
Semi-Detached37£155,000
Terraced18£174,000

10 years price trend in Lobley Hill and Bensham

All postcodes in Lobley Hill and Bensham

NE110AU

Rothbury Gardens

NE110DP

Redwood Gardens

NE110RQ

Armstrong Street

NE110TE

Craster Court

NE119LQ

Cheviot Gardens

NE81YD

Curzon Street

NE84TH

Saltwell Road

NE110LQ

Princes Park

NE110DD

Oakwood Gardens

NE110DU

Coanwood Gardens

NE119LB

Moorfoot Gardens

NE119LP

Mendip Gardens

NE81XU

Airey Terrace

NE82LP

St Cuthbert's Road

NE82YL

Corbitt Street

NE84YS

Fontwell Drive

NE881AD

Earlsway

NE110RE

Earlsway

NE110AZ

Carlton Court

NE110DQ

Silverwood Gardens

NE110NN

Fells Road

NE110QY

Earlsway

NE119LD

Cotswold Gardens

NE119LE

Cheviot Gardens

NE921AD

Dunston & Teams

NE921DH

Dunston & Teams

NE119JU

Chiltern Gardens

NE110AA

Chiltern Gardens

NE119JY

Pentland Gardens

NE119LJ

Malvern Gardens

NE921AJ

Dunston & Teams

NE81TB

St Cuthbert's Place

NE82UR

Second Street

NE84XL

Newton Street

NE881ZB

Dunston & Teams

NE921BE

Dunston & Teams

NE921BN

Dunston & Teams

NE921DD

Earlsway

NE110LB

Fourth Avenue

NE110NB

Fifth Avenue

NE119NG

Skipper Close

NE81XH

Rectory Place

NE881YB

Earlsway

NE84YG

Bensham North

NE84XD

Earlsway

NE84XF

Bensham North

NE921BD

Dunston & Teams

NE921BZ

Dunston & Teams

NE981WY

Earlsway

NE981XZ

Dunston & Teams

NE110AD

Oakfield Road

NE110AP

Alwinton Gardens

NE110BY

Beechwood Gardens

NE110XA

Fifth Avenue

NE119LH

Malvern Gardens

NE921AE

Dunston & Teams

NE81TF

Bensham North

NE82UN

Fourth Street

NE84QS

Miller Street

NE84YA

Kempton Gardens

NE84YJ

King Street

NE921BS

Dunston & Teams

NE110NA

Fourth Avenue

NE119TU

Comma Court

NE921AA

Dunston & Teams

NE81NU

Windmill Way

NE81UU

Bensham North

NE84PX

Saltwell Place

NE110AJ

Lobley Hill Road

NE110BX

Elmwood Gardens

NE119NE

Norwood Road

NE921AP

Dunston & Teams

NE81YE

Ridley Street

NE82LL

Askew Road

NE82UP

Ridsdale Court

NE82XL

Elysium Lane

NE82YE

Kyle Road

NE110AL

Malvern Gardens

NE110JS

Eleventh Avenue

NE110JX

Fourth Avenue

NE81QB

Chester Place

NE921DA

Dunston & Teams

NE82HB

Derwentwater Road

NE82LX

Askew Road

NE84AF

Armstrong Street

NE84RA

Miller Street

NE921BA

Earlsway

NE110AR

Belford Gardens

NE110AS

Belsay Gardens

NE110BL

Queensway North

NE110DB

Thornwood Gardens

NE110JH

Fifth Avenue

NE119LS

Scafell Gardens

NE119LY

Mendip Gardens

NE81TN

Sedgewick Place

NE81UF

Bewick Road

NE81UT

Bensham North

NE82XP

Alston Street

NE84XN

Hedley Street

NE981XY

Dunston & Teams

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.