Pegswood is a ward located in the rural county of Northumberland, England. It lies near the town of Morpeth and is part of the wider Pegswood parish. The area is characterised by a mix of residential housing and open countryside, with a small village at its core. The ward includes the settlements of Pegswood itself, along with nearby hamlets such as Longhirst and Tranwell.
The landscape is largely agricultural, with fields and farmland surrounding the built-up areas. Pegswood has a railway station providing connections to Newcastle upon Tyne and other parts of Northumberland. The ward maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local amenities including a primary school and sports facilities. Its proximity to Morpeth allows residents access to larger shops and services while retaining a semi-rural lifestyle.
On average Pegswood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pegswood is £45,302 per year. There are 2 schools in Pegswood: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £232,000 in Pegswood area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,950 up to £735,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 34 | £334,975 |
| Flats | 2 | £250,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 27 | £170,000 |
| Terraced | 15 | £198,750 |
10 years price trend in Pegswood
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Patton Way
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Dark Lane
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Longhorsley, Hepscott & Capheaton
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John Dobson Drive
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Longhorsley, Hepscott & Capheaton
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Fawdon Grove
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West View
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Widdrington, Lynemouth & Hadston
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Hebron Avenue
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Belsay Close
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Widdrington, Lynemouth & Hadston
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Poplar Place
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Maple Drive
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Longhorsley, Hepscott & Capheaton
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Croft Garth
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Grangewood
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William Street
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Stanton Drive
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Orchard Close
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Widdrington, Lynemouth & Hadston
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Charles Street
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Butterwell Drive
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Butterwell Drive
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Longhorsley, Hepscott & Capheaton
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Longhirst Village
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Morpeth North & Pegswood
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Ulgham Lane
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Widdrington, Lynemouth & Hadston
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Dark Lane
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Howburn Crescent
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Morpeth North & Pegswood
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Bamburgh Drive
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Widdrington, Lynemouth & Hadston
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Longhorsley, Hepscott & Capheaton
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Longhorsley, Hepscott & Capheaton
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Longhorsley, Hepscott & Capheaton
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Lindisfarne Close
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Morpeth North & Pegswood
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Longhorsley, Hepscott & Capheaton
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Maple Drive
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Dark Lane
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.