About Birtley

Birtley is a town located in the county of Tyne and Wear, in the north-east of England. It lies within the DH3 postcode area and is situated near the River Wear, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The town has a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities. Birtley has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to medieval times, and it has developed over the years into a settled community. The area is well connected by road and rail, with nearby access to the A1 and the Tyne and Wear Metro network. It is a place where people live and work, with a strong sense of local identity. The town centre features a range of services and is close to several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for recreation and leisure.

School Ratings in Birtley

Birtley is served by 148 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Birtley

Property prices average £196K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £176K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Birtley

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Birtley, with 39 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Birtley

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Birtley falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Birtley

Most properties in Birtley 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 4,235 sales

Average Price £196K
£250 — £16.83M
Detached £300K 961
Semi £176K 1,442
Terraced £116K 1,344
Flat £99K 303

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

96 Primary
13 Secondary
39 Other
St Joseph's Catholic Infant School, Birtley Primary 0.3 miles Birtley East Community Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Ravensworth Terrace Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy Secondary 0.6 miles St Joseph's Catholic Junior School, Birtley Primary 0.6 miles Blackfell Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Portobello Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Oxclose Community Academy Secondary 1.2 miles Sunderland Children's Centre Washington (Oxclose) 1.2 miles Oxclose Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.2 miles Oxclose Primary Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Holley Park Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Birtley IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Birtley 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
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,268 Children (0-15) 16%
28,298 Working Age 61%
13,849 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18% 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 Birtley 227 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Birtley 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.

75 Violence & Sexual Offences
39 Anti-Social Behaviour
27 Criminal Damage & Arson
27 Shoplifting
14 Public Order
13 Vehicle Crime
9 Other Crime
8 Burglary
7 Other Theft
4 Drugs
2 Weapons
2 Robbery
Local Policing
Northumbria Low Fell and Allerdene Visit force website →
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

Chester-Le-Street Train Station 3.3 miles
Heworth Train Station 3.5 miles
Dunston Train Station 4.3 miles
Manors Train Station 5.1 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 5.2 miles
Blaydon Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Portobello 0.9 miles Ayton 0.9 miles Low Eighton 0.9 miles Oxclose 1.2 miles Blackfell 1.2 miles Eighton Banks 1.2 miles Barley Mow 1.2 miles Albany 1.4 miles Lambton 1.4 miles Springwell 1.4 miles Harlow Green 1.4 miles Harraton 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Gateshead
Ward Birtley
Constituency Blaydon
Parish Gateshead, unparished area
Region North East

Notable & Famous People from Birtley 1 people

John William Heslop-Harrison
University teacher
British botanist (1881-1967)

Streets in DH3 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 2 A167 1 A183 1 Adelaide Street 1 Albert Street 1 Allen Street 1 Ambleside Court 1 Angel Way 1 Appledore Gardens 1 Arcadia Avenue 1 Ashgrove Terrace 2 Ashley Terrace 1 Ashwood 1 Aspen Close 1 Athlone Place 1 Atkinson Road 1 Avondale Terrace 1 Back Lane 1 Baden Street 1 Beaconsfield Terrace 2 Beamish View 1 Bede Court 1 Bede Way 1 Bedford Avenue 2 Benson Street 1 Bertram Street 1 Beverley Gardens 1 Bewicke View 1 Birch Crescent 1 Birch Terrace 2

Postcodes in DH3 50 shown View all postcodes

DH3 1AA DH3 1AB DH3 1AD DH3 1AF DH3 1AG DH3 1AH DH3 1AJ DH3 1AL DH3 1AN DH3 1AP DH3 1AQ DH3 1AR DH3 1AS DH3 1AT DH3 1AU DH3 1AW DH3 1AX DH3 1AY DH3 1BB DH3 1BD DH3 1BE DH3 1BG DH3 1BH DH3 1BJ DH3 1BL DH3 1BN DH3 1BP DH3 1BQ DH3 1DA DH3 1DB DH3 1DE DH3 1DF DH3 1DG DH3 1DJ DH3 1DL DH3 1DN DH3 1DP DH3 1DQ DH3 1DR DH3 1DT DH3 1DU DH3 1DW DH3 1DX DH3 1DY DH3 1DZ DH3 1EA DH3 1EB DH3 1ED DH3 1EE DH3 1EF