About Battle Hill

Battle Hill is located in the county of Tyne and Wear, in the north-east of England. It lies within the NE28 postcode area and is part of the wider urban landscape of the region. The area is known for its residential character, with a mix of housing developments and open spaces. While not a major tourist destination, it offers convenient access to local amenities and transport links, including nearby roads and public services. The surrounding area reflects the industrial heritage of Tyne and Wear, with a blend of modern and older housing stock. It is a community with a strong local identity, where residents benefit from proximity to larger towns and cities in the region.

School Ratings in Battle Hill

Battle Hill is served by 228 schools. Howdon Children's Centre and Wallsend Children's Centre are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Battle Hill

Property prices average £169K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £126K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Battle Hill

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Battle Hill, with 107 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Battle Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Battle Hill falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Battle Hill

Most properties in Battle Hill can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,245 sales

Average Price £169K
£375 — £26.41M
Detached £243K 855
Semi £150K 1,647
Terraced £126K 2,040
Flat £73K 1,275

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

137 Primary
29 Secondary
62 Other
Battle Hill Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Beacon Hill School Good 0.5 miles St Bernadette's Catholic Primary, Wallsend Primary 0.5 miles Hadrian Park Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Churchill Community College Secondary Inadequate 0.8 miles Wallsend Jubilee Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend Primary 0.9 miles Redesdale Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Burnside College Secondary Good 1.1 miles Silverdale School 1.1 miles St Columba's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend Primary 1.1 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Battle Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Battle Hill in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
10/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,504 Children (0-15) 18%
33,343 Working Age 64%
13,111 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Battle Hill 537 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Battle Hill is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

163 Violence & Sexual Offences
107 Anti-Social Behaviour
67 Criminal Damage & Arson
59 Shoplifting
35 Public Order
29 Burglary
20 Other Theft
17 Other Crime
15 Vehicle Crime
9 Drugs
6 Robbery
5 Theft from Person
4 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Manors Train Station 4.1 miles
Heworth Train Station 4.2 miles
Dunston Train Station 6.2 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 6.8 miles
Blaydon Train Station 8.2 miles
Sunderland Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Willington 0.9 miles Holy Cross 0.9 miles West Allotment 1.2 miles Howdon 1.4 miles Rosehill 1.4 miles Wallsend 1.4 miles Palmersville 1.4 miles New York 1.8 miles Murton 1.8 miles Killingworth Moor 1.8 miles Killingworth Village 1.8 miles Willington Quay 1.8 miles

Local Government

District North Tyneside
Ward Riverside
Constituency North Tyneside
Parish North Tyneside, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in NE28 30 shown View all streets

A187 3 A193 1 Abercorn Place 1 Acomb Avenue 1 Addington Drive 9 Addison Court 2 Agricola Gardens 1 Albert Avenue 1 Alder Road 2 Alexandra Street 1 Alexandrea Way 1 Allendale Avenue 2 Alnwick Street 3 Alston Close 1 Alwin Close 1 Amberley Close 1 Andover Place 1 Angle Terrace 1 Appleby Gardens 1 Archer Street 8 Arden Close 1 Armstrong Road 6 Ascot Close 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashbrooke Gardens 1 Ashburn Road 7 Ashfield Gardens 1 Ashfield Mews 1 Askrigg Avenue 1 Atkinson Street 2

Postcodes in NE28 50 shown View all postcodes

NE28 0AA NE28 0AB NE28 0AD NE28 0AE NE28 0AF NE28 0AG NE28 0AH NE28 0AJ NE28 0AL NE28 0AN NE28 0AP NE28 0AQ NE28 0AR NE28 0AS NE28 0AT NE28 0AU NE28 0AW NE28 0AX NE28 0AY NE28 0AZ NE28 0BA NE28 0BB NE28 0BD NE28 0BE NE28 0BG NE28 0BH NE28 0BJ NE28 0BL NE28 0BN NE28 0BP NE28 0BQ NE28 0BU NE28 0BW NE28 0BX NE28 0BY NE28 0BZ NE28 0DA NE28 0DB NE28 0DD NE28 0DE NE28 0DF NE28 0DG NE28 0DH NE28 0DJ NE28 0DL NE28 0DN NE28 0DP NE28 0DQ NE28 0DR NE28 0DS