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.
On average Lobley Hill and Bensham has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 170 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).
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Mourne Gardens
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Ringlet Close
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Coppers Close
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Marian Court
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Bensham North
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Cromwell Terrace
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First Street
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Sidney Grove
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Arkle Street
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Sandown Gardens
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Consett Road
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Consett Road
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Dukesway
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Argus Close
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Back Woodbine Street
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Bensham North
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Derwentwater Road
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Aintree Gardens
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Dunston & Teams
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Dunston & Teams
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Dunston & Teams
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Earlsway
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Elderwood Gardens
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Hollywood Gardens
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Malvern Gardens
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Swallow Tail Drive
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Red Admiral Court
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Woodbine Street
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Derwentwater Road
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Bensham North
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Arkle Street
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Dunston & Teams
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First Avenue
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Dukesway
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Second Avenue
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Mitford Gardens
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Chiltern Gardens
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Lobley Hill Road
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Claremont Walk
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Rectory Road
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Curzon Street
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Fourth Street
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Sidney Grove
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Newbury Avenue
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Fontwell Drive
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Fontwell Drive
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Cartmel Grove
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Earlsway
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Oakfield Road
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Liddell Terrace
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Saltwell Street
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Dunston & Teams
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Laurelwood Gardens
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Fourth Avenue
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New Road
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Dukesway
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Camberwell Close
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Armstrong Street
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Bywell Gardens
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Lobley Hill Road
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Eastern Avenue
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Askew Road West
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Back Woodbine Street
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Adler Close
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Newbury Avenue
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Goodwood Avenue
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Dunston & Teams
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Earlsway
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Coach Road
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Claremont Street
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Airey Terrace
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Dunston & Teams
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Dunston & Teams
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Beechwood Gardens
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Fourth Avenue
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Hedge Close
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Rectory Place
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Bensham Avenue
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Rawling Road
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Chepstow Gardens
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Earlsway
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Third Avenue
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Malvern Gardens
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Rothbury Gardens
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Firwood Gardens
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Coanwood Gardens
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Earlsway
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Balfour Street
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Saltwell Place
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Dunston & Teams
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Earlsway
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Beechwood Gardens
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Fifth Avenue
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Forge Road
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Claremont Street