About Beacon Lough

Beacon Lough is located in the county of Tyne and Wear, in the north-east of England. It lies within the NE9 postcode area, situated near the town of Gateshead. The lough is a man-made body of water, created as part of a local environmental improvement project. It provides a tranquil space for walking and relaxation, with paths around its perimeter offering views of the surrounding landscape. The area is popular with local residents for leisure activities and is often used for community events. The lough is managed to support local wildlife, with a variety of birds and aquatic plants found in and around the water. Its proximity to urban centres makes it a convenient green space for those living in the region.

School Ratings in Beacon Lough

Families in Beacon Lough have access to 217 local schools. Dryden School and Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beacon Lough

Homes sell for an average of £186K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £197K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beacon Lough

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Beacon Lough, with 119 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beacon Lough

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Beacon Lough around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Beacon Lough

Beacon Lough benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,156 sales

Average Price £186K
£360 — £6.25M
Detached £316K 305
Semi £197K 1,483
Terraced £165K 1,411
Flat £115K 798

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

130 Primary
19 Secondary
68 Other
St Oswald's Catholic Primary, Wrekenton Primary 0.2 miles Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead Secondary Outstanding 0.2 miles Fell Dyke Community Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Larkspur Community Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Hill Top School Good 0.6 miles Furrowfield School Good 0.6 miles St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Harlow Green Primary 0.7 miles Glynwood Community Primary School Primary 0.8 miles The Cedars Academy Good 0.9 miles Windy Nook Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Harlow Green Community Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Chowdene Children's Centre 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Beacon Lough IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Beacon Lough are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,918 Children (0-15) 18%
31,196 Working Age 62%
13,575 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.3% 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 Beacon Lough 588 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Beacon Lough are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

149 Violence & Sexual Offences
119 Anti-Social Behaviour
70 Shoplifting
61 Criminal Damage & Arson
41 Burglary
41 Other Theft
39 Public Order
26 Vehicle Crime
19 Other Crime
11 Robbery
6 Drugs
3 Bicycle Theft
3 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Heworth Train Station 1.7 miles
Dunston Train Station 3.1 miles
Manors Train Station 3.4 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 4.1 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 5.2 miles
Blaydon Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wrekenton 0 yards Eighton Banks 0.6 miles Windy Nook 0.6 miles Harlow Green 0.9 miles Sheriff Hill 0.9 miles Springwell 0.9 miles Whitehills 0.9 miles Chowdene 1.2 miles Felling 1.2 miles Lamesley 1.4 miles Low Fell 1.4 miles Donwell 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Gateshead
Ward Deckham
Constituency Gateshead
Parish Gateshead, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in NE9 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Close 1 Albert Drive 3 Albert Place 2 Alderley Road 1 Aldsworth Close 2 Alum Well Road 2 Alverstone Avenue 1 Ambleside Gardens 1 Appian Place 1 Appledore Gardens 1 Arundel Gardens 1 Ashtrees Gardens 2 Ashwood Gardens 1 Atholl Gardens 1 Aycliffe Avenue 3 Aycliffe Crescent 3 B1296 1 back Beaconsfield Avenue 1 back Rosslyn Avenue 1 Baden Powell Street 1 Bainbridge Buildings 1 Balmlaw 1 Beacon Lough Road 5 Beacon Street 1 Beaconsfield Road 1 Beamish Gardens 1 Beech Gardens 1 Beech Grove 3 Beechwood Avenue 1 Belle Vue Bank 11

Postcodes in NE9 50 shown View all postcodes

NE9 5AB NE9 5AD NE9 5AE NE9 5AF NE9 5AH NE9 5AJ NE9 5AL NE9 5AN NE9 5AP NE9 5AQ NE9 5AR NE9 5AS NE9 5AT NE9 5AX NE9 5AY NE9 5AZ NE9 5BA NE9 5BB NE9 5BD NE9 5BE NE9 5BF NE9 5BG NE9 5BH NE9 5BJ NE9 5BL NE9 5BQ NE9 5BU NE9 5BW NE9 5BX NE9 5BY NE9 5DA NE9 5DB NE9 5DD NE9 5DE NE9 5DH NE9 5DJ NE9 5DL NE9 5DN NE9 5DP NE9 5DQ NE9 5DR NE9 5DT NE9 5DU NE9 5DW NE9 5DX NE9 5DY NE9 5EA NE9 5EB NE9 5ED NE9 5EF