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Low Fell East

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About

Low Fell East is a residential area in Gateshead, located just south of the River Tyne. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. It is well-connected to Newcastle city centre via the A1 and local bus routes, making it a practical choice for commuters. Nearby green spaces like Windmill Hills and Saltwell Park offer outdoor recreation options.

The area has a range of local amenities, including shops, cafes, and schools, catering to everyday needs. Low Fell East has a quieter atmosphere compared to the busier town centre, with a focus on community living. Its proximity to major roads and public transport links provides easy access to wider Gateshead and Newcastle, while maintaining a more suburban feel.

Area overview

On average Low Fell East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Low Fell East is £45,200 per year. There are 3 schools in Low Fell East: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
67
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
11.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Low Fell East Population
7,408
Population density
5,167.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,885
92.9%
Other White
123
1.66%
Irish
54
0.73%
Other
52
0.7%
Chinese
46
0.62%
Total population: 7,411

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,259
37.81%
Owns with a mortgage
1,193
35.83%
Private landlord or letting agency
396
11.89%
Social rents from council
329
9.88%
Other social rented
77
2.31%
Total households: 3,330

Property prices in Low Fell East

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Low Fell East area, with individual transactions ranging from £42,500 up to £615,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Low Fell East 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 Low Fell East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£285,750
Flats21£135,000
Semi-Detached43£255,000
Terraced17£273,500

10 years median price trend in Low Fell East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Low Fell East.

Data Sources

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