Walker is a residential area in the east of Newcastle upon Tyne, located along the north bank of the River Tyne. It is bordered by Byker to the west and Wallsend to the east, with industrial zones and green spaces mixed throughout. The area has a mix of housing, including terraced homes and postwar developments, with local amenities centered around Walker Road.
Walker Park provides a large green space for recreation, while the nearby St. Anthony’s Catholic College serves as a key educational institution. The area has strong transport links, including bus routes and proximity to the A187. Historically, Walker was known for its shipbuilding and industrial past, with some remnants still visible along the riverside. The community has a range of local shops, pubs, and services catering to residents.
On average Walker has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 160 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 63.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Walker is £28,415 per year. There are 6 schools in Walker: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Welbeck Road
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Wilton Avenue
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Wilton Avenue
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Welbeck Road
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Whitworth Close
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Saffron Place
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Highfield Terrace
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Brampton Avenue
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Elstob Place
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Blossom Chase
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Winslow Place
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Jane Terrace
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St Anthony's Road
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Denver Gardens
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Melton Avenue
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Wetheral Terrace
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Walker South
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Wincomblee Road
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Adelphi Place
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Midway
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Clipstone Avenue
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Burwood Road
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Wigmore Avenue
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Denver Gardens
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Ingram Terrace
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Ryton Terrace
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Foster Street
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Foster Street
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Fairhaven Avenue
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Oxted Place
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Caledonia Street
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Church Street
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Greenford Road
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Walker South
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Scholars Drive
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Horsley Terrace
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Walker Road
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Rochester Street
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Jane Terrace
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Philipson Street
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Callaly Way
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Hedgeley Terrace
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Branxton Crescent
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Branxton Crescent
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Rhodes Street
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Wharrier Street
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Enslin Street