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Whickham South and Sunniside

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About

Whickham South and Sunniside is a ward in the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead, located in Tyne and Wear. The area includes the suburban neighborhoods of Whickham and Sunniside, known for their residential character and green spaces. The ward is situated on the southern edge of Gateshead, with easy access to Newcastle upon Tyne via the A1 road. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, catering to the needs of residents.

The area features a mix of housing, from detached homes to smaller terraced properties, reflecting its suburban appeal. Whickham Park and the nearby Derwent Walk Country Park provide outdoor recreation opportunities. Public transport links connect the ward to central Gateshead and Newcastle, making it a practical location for commuters. The ward has a strong community focus, with local events and groups contributing to its identity.

Area overview

On average Whickham South and Sunniside has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whickham South and Sunniside is £42,961 per year. There are 4 schools in Whickham South and Sunniside: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
7.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Whickham South and Sunniside Population
8,173
Population density
561.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,870
96.29%
Other White
77
0.94%
Other
32
0.39%
African
28
0.34%
Indian
21
0.26%
Total population: 8,173

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,792
48.82%
Owns with a mortgage
1,194
32.53%
Private landlord or letting agency
345
9.4%
Social rents from council
193
5.26%
Other social rented
79
2.15%
Total households: 3,671

Property prices in Whickham South and Sunniside

Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £210,500 in Whickham South and Sunniside area, with individual transactions ranging from £86,000 up to £585,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Whickham South and Sunniside 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 Whickham South and Sunniside over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached39£345,000
Flats13£126,000
Semi-Detached31£210,000
Terraced43£165,000

10 years median price trend in Whickham South and Sunniside

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Whickham South and Sunniside.

All postcodes in Whickham South and Sunniside

NE165JS

Whickham

NE165PX

Gladeley Way

NE165PZ

Sunniside & Lobley Hill

NE165SW

Whickham

NE165SZ

Fellside Road

NE165TQ

Gellesfield Chare

NE166BE

Fellside Road

NE165AY

Fellside Road

NE165NA

Sunniside & Lobley Hill

NE165QN

Kiln Rise

NE165RX

Catchside Close

NE165UB

Carrsyde Close

NE165UD

Carrsyde Close

NE165BR

Fellside Road

NE165BT

Fairfield Avenue

NE165LA

Fellside Road

NE165NS

Coronation Avenue

NE165QY

Hollinside Close

NE165TH

The Cedars

NE165TN

Foxhills Covert

NE165AF

South Avenue

NE165AH

Grange Lane

NE165LX

Laburnum Grove

NE165PQ

Kingsway

NE165RS

Thatcher Close

NE165XF

Calder Walk

NE165YS

Callaley Avenue

NE165YT

Carrsyde Close

NE165AD

Grange Lane

NE165DJ

Church Street

NE165ED

St Cuthbert's Road

NE165SY

Broadway

NE165LY

Hollywell Lane

NE165NR

Coronation Road

NE165NW

Elm Street West

NE165PE

Fernville Avenue

NE165QD

Longwood Close

NE165RG

Broadway

NE165RL

Whickham

NE165YR

Callaley Avenue

NE166AA

Hillhead Lane

NE165AW

Burnthouse Lane

NE165BB

Fellside Road

NE165LH

Sunniside & Lobley Hill

NE165NQ

Highfield

NE165PF

Gateshead Road

NE165TY

Redhill Drive

NE165XT

Catton Grove

NE166PD

Lobleyhill Road

NE164PS

Elm Court

NE165AN

Burnthouse Lane

NE165EB

St Cuthbert's Road

NE165RH

Whickham

NE165RQ

Whickham

NE165SD

Southcote

NE165SQ

Broadway

NE165SX

Windsor Close

NE165TT

Rushsyde Close

NE165UQ

Briarsyde Close

NE165XN

Wansbeck Close

NE165DN

Sunniside & Lobley Hill

NE165TU

Hunt Lea

NE166BG

Hillhead Lane

NE165XP

Kingsway

NE165AE

Grange Lane

NE165AQ

Grange Nook

NE165EF

Birkland Lane

NE165NG

Hole Lane

NE165NU

Queens Drive

NE165PP

Farm Close

NE165RD

Broadway

NE165TS

Carrsyde Close

NE165BQ

Ancaster Road

NE165BW

Fairfield Avenue

NE165AT

Burnthouse Lane

NE165EU

Gateshead Road

NE165NF

Sunniside & Lobley Hill

NE165PL

Kingsway

NE165TE

Ladyhaugh Drive

NE165UF

Briarsyde Close

NE165BU

Blaxton Place

NE165LR

Gateshead Road

NE165PA

Prinn Place

NE165UG

Briarsyde Close

NE165RB

Broadway

NE165RZ

Oakfield Road

NE165SR

Glenhurst Drive

NE165TJ

The Cedars

NE165TR

Redhill Drive

NE165TW

Ravenscar Close

NE165XR

Coanwood Way

NE110HQ

Consett Road

NE165AL

Grange Lane

NE165LT

Elm Street West

NE165QE

Longwood Close

NE165XQ

Lambley Close

NE165BD

Fellside Road

NE165DD

Lily Close

NE165DT

Abbots Hill

NE165HA

Burdon Park

Data Sources

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