Blaydon Haughs, Tyne and Wear | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Blaydon Haughs

Blaydon Haughs is a residential area located in the Tyne and Wear region of England, within the NE21 postcode area. Situated along the River Tyne, the locality offers a mix of housing and open spaces, with the river forming a natural boundary to the south. The area is known for its proximity to Blaydon, a nearby town with a long history tied to the river and local industry. Residents benefit from access to walking paths along the riverbank, providing peaceful views and recreational opportunities. The community is well-connected by road and rail, with Blaydon railway station offering regular services to nearby towns and cities. The area has undergone some regeneration in recent years, with improvements to housing and local amenities. It remains a practical and accessible part of the wider Tyne and Wear area.

School Ratings in Blaydon Haughs

Blaydon Haughs is served by 182 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blaydon Haughs

Property prices average £180K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £130K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blaydon Haughs

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Blaydon Haughs, with 52 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blaydon Haughs

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blaydon Haughs 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.

Healthcare in Blaydon Haughs

There are 35 GP surgeries within three miles of Blaydon Haughs, the nearest being Community Dermatology Blaydon Hc (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Blaydon Haughs

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Property Prices 2,698 sales

Average Price £180K

£1K , £23.51M

Detached £282K 425

Semi £162K 871

Terraced £130K 1,102

Flat £87K 192

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

106 Primary

18 Secondary

58 Other

Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NE21 postcode area.

Excelsior Academy All-through Requires Improvement 0.7 miles St George's Catholic Primary School, Bells Close Primary Good 0.7 miles Blaydon West Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Waverley Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Lemington Riverside Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Blaydon Primary Good 1 miles St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Newcastle Primary Good 1 miles Bridgewater Primary School Primary 1 miles Blaydon Winlaton Children's Centre 1 miles Sure Start Lemington Children's Centre Outstanding 1 miles Broadwood Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon Secondary Good 1.1 miles

Household Income in Blaydon Haughs ONS 2023

The average total household income in Blaydon Haughs is approximately £42,126 a year before tax, 24% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,774. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Blaydon Haughs £42,126

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,774.

Businesses in Blaydon Haughs ONS 2025

There are approximately 470 active businesses based in Blaydon Haughs, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

470 Total businesses

25 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 86%

Small, 10-49 12%

Medium, 50-249 2%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Blaydon Haughs IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blaydon Haughs 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

6/10

Income

5/10

Employment

5/10

Education

6/10

Health

4/10

Housing

7/10

Living Environment

7/10

Children 0-15 18%

Working age 62%

Older 65+ 20%

3,328 Children (0-15) 18%

11,692 Working Age 62%

3,925 Older (65+) 21%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.1% 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 Blaydon Haughs 226 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Blaydon Haughs 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 55

Anti-Social Behaviour 52

Shoplifting 32

Criminal Damage & Arson 20

Vehicle Crime 16

Other Theft 13

Public Order 13

Burglary 8

Other Crime 8

Drugs 5

Bicycle Theft 2

Weapons 1

Theft from Person 1

Local Policing

Northumbria Blaydon, Winlaton, Ryton, Rowlands Gill and Chopwell (Gateshead Outer West) 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

Blaydon Train Station 0.7 miles

Metrocentre Train Station 1.4 miles

Dunston Train Station 2.5 miles

Manors Train Station 3.6 miles

Wylam Train Station 4.7 miles

Heworth Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bell's Close 0.6 miles Winlaton 0.9 miles Scotswood 0.9 miles Swalwell 0.9 miles Stella 1.2 miles Path Head 1.2 miles Denton Burn 1.2 miles Axwell Park 1.2 miles Benwell 1.4 miles Blaydon 1.4 miles Lemington 1.4 miles East Denton 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Gateshead

Ward Blaydon

Constituency Blaydon

Parish Gateshead, unparished area

Region North East

Home Ownership in Blaydon Haughs

Of the 8,588 households in and around Blaydon Haughs, 66% are owned, 21% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 66% Social rented 21% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blaydon Haughs.

Frequently Asked Questions about Blaydon Haughs

What is the population of Blaydon Haughs?

Blaydon Haughs has a population of approximately 18,939 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Blaydon Haughs?

The average property in and around Blaydon Haughs sold for about £179,611, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 49% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Blaydon Haughs a deprived area?

Blaydon Haughs sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Blaydon Haughs?

Blaydon Haughs is covered by the NE21 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Blaydon Haughs?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Blaydon Haughs, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Blaydon Haughs?

The nearest railway station to Blaydon Haughs is Blaydon Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in NE21 30 shown View all streets

'The Black Path' 1 A694 3 A695 2 Alice Street 1 Ambrose Court 1 Angel Street 1 Ash Street 1 Ashleigh Close 1 Axwell Park Road 2 Axwell Park School Houses 2 Axwell View 2 Back Street 2 Barlow Crescent 1 Barlow Lane 3 Barlow Road 2 Barlowfield Close 1 Bates Lane 2 Battle View 1 Beadnell Close 1 Beaumont Court 1 Beda Hill 2 Berkley Avenue 2 Berryhill Close 3 Bessie Terrace 2 Betsey Place 1 Beverley Drive 3 Beweshill Crescent 2 Beweshill Lane 1 Birch Road 2 Bircham Drive 1

Postcodes in NE21 50 shown View all postcodes

NE21 4AB NE21 4AD NE21 4AG NE21 4AH NE21 4AL NE21 4AN NE21 4AP NE21 4AS NE21 4AU NE21 4AW NE21 4AX NE21 4AY NE21 4AZ NE21 4BA NE21 4BB NE21 4BD NE21 4BE NE21 4BG NE21 4BH NE21 4BJ NE21 4BL NE21 4BN NE21 4BQ NE21 4BU NE21 4BW NE21 4BX NE21 4BY NE21 4BZ NE21 4DA NE21 4DB NE21 4DD NE21 4DE NE21 4DG NE21 4DS NE21 4DT NE21 4DU NE21 4DX NE21 4DY NE21 4DZ NE21 4EA NE21 4EB NE21 4ED NE21 4EE NE21 4EF NE21 4EG NE21 4EH NE21 4EJ NE21 4EL NE21 4EN NE21 4EP

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