Monument ward is located in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, covering a central area that includes key landmarks such as Grey’s Monument and the bustling shopping district around Northumberland Street. The ward is a mix of commercial and residential spaces, with a high concentration of shops, offices, and entertainment venues. Public transport links, including the Metro and bus routes, make it easily accessible.
The area is known for its historic architecture, with buildings like the Theatre Royal and Eldon Square adding to its character. Green spaces like Old Eldon Square provide a contrast to the urban surroundings. Monument ward is a hub for both daytime activity and nightlife, with bars, restaurants, and cultural venues attracting visitors and locals alike.
On average Monument has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 453 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Monument is £31,173 per year. There are 7 schools in Monument: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £150,000 in Monument area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,500 up to £1,100,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 79 | £150,000 |
| Terraced | 8 | £360,000 |
10 years price trend in Monument
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Market Street
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Carliol Place
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Northumberland Road
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Barras Bridge
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Lisle Street
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Back George Street
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Forth Street
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Forth Street
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Newcastle City Centre
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Neville Street
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Close
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Waterloo Street
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Forth Place
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Newcastle City Centre
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Blackett Street
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Low Friar Street
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Friars Street
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Blackett Street
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Barras Bridge
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Claremont Road
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Barras Bridge
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Nelson Street
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Newcastle City Centre
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Ravensworth Terrace
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Barras Bridge
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Forth Street
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Pandon
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Shieldfield & Quayside
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Forth Banks
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Forth Banks
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Grey Street
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St James' Street
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Grainger Street
NE15AU
Blackett Street
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Newgate Street
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High Bridge
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Barras Bridge
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Barras Bridge
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Higham Place
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Newcastle City Centre
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Ellison Place
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Rutherford Street
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Bath Lane
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St James' Boulevard
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Forth Street
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Barras Bridge
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Barras Bridge
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Barras Bridge
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Forth Street
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Pilgrim Street
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Mosley Street
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Dean Street
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Groat Market
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Garth Heads
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Pandon Bank
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Forth Banks
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Queen Victoria Road
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Strawberry Place
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Strawberry Place
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Falconar's Court
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Northumberland Street
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Hood Street
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Blackett Street
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Jesmond Road West
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Swinburne Place
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Violet Close
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Barras Bridge
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Newcastle City Centre
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St Nicholas' Street
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Mosley Street
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Clayton Street
NE13UG
Akenside Hill
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Neville Street
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Waterloo Street
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Barrack Road
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Clayton Street West
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Pink Lane
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Bigg Market
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Clayton Street
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Grey Street
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Grey Street
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Claremont Road
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Blackett Street
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Lisle Street
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Barras Bridge
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Greenfield Place
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Mather Road
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Forth Street
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Barras Bridge
NE11DG
Mosley Street
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Collingwood Street
NE11PG
Dean Street
NE13AG
Close
NE14AP
Thornton Street
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Peel Street
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Sunderland Street
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Westmorland Road
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Terrace Place
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Clayton Street West
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Clayton Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.