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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

NE165YY

Woodpack Avenue

NE165BL

Northfield Close

NE165AX

Fellside Road

NE165NL

Fellside Avenue

NE165RF

Whickham

NE165TB

Whickham

NE165XD

Kingsway

NE165BA

Clockburn Lonnen

NE165AA

Whickham

NE165HD

East Farm Court

NE165SN

Deepdale Close

NE165UT

Clockburnsyde Close

NE165XA

Gladeley Way

NE165BJ

Ancaster Road

NE165BS

Whickham

NE165DH

Fell Close

NE165LP

Gateshead Road

NE165XU

Sunniside & Lobley Hill

NE165BE

Ancaster Road

NE165AJ

Grange Lane

NE165DZ

Lobleyhill Road

NE165PT

Sunniside & Lobley Hill

NE165QG

Starling Walk

NE165QW

Broadway

NE165SG

Broadway

NE165SL

Silverdale Way

NE165SP

Whickham

NE165SU

Burnthouse Lane

NE165BY

Fellside Road

NE165ET

Burdon Plain

NE165LW

Starling Walk

NE165NE

Gateshead Road

NE165NH

Fellside Avenue

NE165NT

Coronation Avenue

NE165UJ

Briarsyde Close

NE165UN

Whickham

NE165XG

Calder Walk

NE165YU

Oakham Avenue

NE166AX

Ewehurst Road

NE165BG

Ancaster Road

NE165PG

Kingsway

NE165QF

Bowes Close

NE165RE

Whickham

NE165SJ

Glenhurst Drive

NE165SS

Whickham

NE165TA

Whickham

NE165UR

Clockburnsyde Close

Data Sources

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