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Location in Tyne and WearBensham sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bensham
Bensham is a residential area located in the city of Gateshead, within the county of Tyne and Wear, England. It lies to the north of the River Tyne, close to the border with Newcastle upon Tyne. The area is primarily made up of terraced housing, developed largely during the early 20th century, and offers a range of local amenities including shops, schools, and community centres. Bensham is well connected by road and public transport, with regular bus services linking it to nearby towns and the city centre. The postcode area for Bensham is NE8, which covers several surrounding neighbourhoods. The area has a strong sense of community and is known for its accessible location and family-friendly environment.
School Ratings in Bensham
Families in Bensham have access to 245 local schools. Bensham Grove Nursery School and Gibside School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bensham
Homes sell for an average of £138K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £103K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bensham
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bensham, with 404 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bensham
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bensham within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.
Healthcare in Bensham
There are 71 GP surgeries within three miles of Bensham, the nearest being Second Street Surgery (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Bensham
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Property Prices 4,826 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the NE8 postcode area.
Household Income in Bensham ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bensham is approximately £42,667 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,830. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £31,830.
Businesses in Bensham ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,324 active businesses based in Bensham, around 46 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 83% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 41 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bensham IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bensham experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.
Crime in Bensham 1,931 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Bensham 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bensham
Of the 13,035 households in and around Bensham, 37% are owned, 26% are socially rented and 38% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bensham.