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South Gosforth

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About

South Gosforth is a residential area in Newcastle upon Tyne, located approximately 3 miles north of the city centre. It is well-connected by public transport, with a Metro station providing easy access to Newcastle and the wider region. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern apartments, catering to families and professionals.

The area has local amenities such as shops, cafes, and pubs, with Gosforth High Street nearby offering more options. South Gosforth is close to several green spaces, including Jesmond Dene and the Town Moor, providing outdoor recreation. The area is also home to businesses and medical facilities, adding to its convenience. Its proximity to major roads like the A1 and A167 makes it a practical base for commuters.

Area overview

On average South Gosforth has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 50 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 South Gosforth is £57,000 per year. There are 3 schools in South Gosforth: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
50
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
11.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Gosforth Population
9,336
Population density
4,547.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,647
81.9%
Other White
431
4.62%
Indian
216
2.31%
Irish
127
1.36%
Chinese
122
1.31%
Total population: 9,337

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,569
37.81%
Owns with a mortgage
1,293
31.16%
Private landlord or letting agency
743
17.9%
Social rents from council
321
7.73%
Other social rented
110
2.65%
Total households: 4,150

Property prices in South Gosforth

Based on 147 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in South Gosforth area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £3,041,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Gosforth 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 South Gosforth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£290,000
Flats36£186,000
Semi-Detached44£365,000
Terraced65£422,700

10 years median price trend in South Gosforth

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in South Gosforth.

All postcodes in South Gosforth

NE31PY

Sandringham Road

NE31QJ

Commercial Road

NE34BB

Elmfield Road

NE35BQ

Hollywood Avenue

NE35BS

Hollywood Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.