About Heworth

Heworth is a suburb located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the postcode area NE10. It lies just to the east of Gateshead and is well-connected to Newcastle upon Tyne, making it easily accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas. The suburb features a mix of residential housing, local shops, and community facilities, providing a practical environment for its residents. The area is served by Heworth railway station, which offers regular services to Newcastle and beyond. Additionally, there are several parks and green spaces nearby, ideal for leisurely walks or outdoor activities. The local schools and amenities cater to families, contributing to a sense of community. Overall, Heworth presents a straightforward suburban lifestyle with convenient transport links and essential services.

School Ratings in Heworth

Families in Heworth have access to 256 local schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Heworth

Homes sell for an average of £147K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £134K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Heworth

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Heworth, with 92 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Heworth

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Heworth 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Heworth

Heworth 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 3,343 sales

Average Price £147K
£360 — £8.25M
Detached £231K 243
Semi £134K 1,615
Terraced £119K 844
Flat £76K 456

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

151 Primary
24 Secondary
81 Other
The Drive Community Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Heworth Grange School Secondary 0.2 miles Ateres Girls High School Requires Improvement 0.3 miles St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead Primary 0.5 miles Windy Nook Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Felling Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Leam Lane Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Falla Park Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Wardley Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Lingey House Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Brandling Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Pelaw Primary 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Heworth IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Heworth 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.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
2/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,859 Children (0-15) 17%
28,384 Working Age 63%
11,861 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.3% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 32.7% 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 Heworth 200 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Heworth is around the national average, with anti-social behaviour representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

92 Anti-Social Behaviour
50 Violence & Sexual Offences
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Public Order
8 Burglary
8 Shoplifting
7 Other Theft
5 Other Crime
4 Drugs
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Northumbria Leam Lane, Wardley, Heworth, Felling and Bill Quay (Gateshead East) 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

Heworth Train Station 0.3 miles
Manors Train Station 2.7 miles
Dunston Train Station 3.4 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 4.4 miles
Blaydon Train Station 6.4 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Felling 0.6 miles Wardley 0.6 miles Pelaw 0.6 miles Whitehills 0.6 miles Bill Quay 0.9 miles Old Fold 0.9 miles Windy Nook 0.9 miles Deckham 1.2 miles Mount Pleasant 1.2 miles Carr Hill 1.2 miles St Anthony's 1.2 miles Follingsby 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in NE10 30 shown View all streets

A195 4 Abbotsford Road 1 Acacia Road 2 Addison Gardens 1 Albion Street 7 Alderwyk 1 Asher Street 3 Ashridge Court 1 Baker Gardens 1 Balmoral Drive 3 Balmoral Way 1 Baltic Road 2 Bath Road 2 Bavington 1 Belgrave Terrace 2 Belmont 1 Berkhamstead Court 1 Bevan Gardens 1 Birch Avenue 1 Blackburn Green 1 Bolburn 1 Bondene Avenue 1 Bondene Avenue West 3 Bondfield Gardens 1 Bowburn Close 1 Bowes Railway Path 1 Brack Terrace 1 Bradbury Close 1 Braemar Court 1 Brandling Lane 1

Postcodes in NE10 50 shown View all postcodes

NE10 0AA NE10 0AD NE10 0AE NE10 0AF NE10 0AG NE10 0AH NE10 0AJ NE10 0AL NE10 0AN NE10 0AP NE10 0AQ NE10 0AR NE10 0AT NE10 0AU NE10 0AW NE10 0AX NE10 0AY NE10 0AZ NE10 0BA NE10 0BB NE10 0BD NE10 0BE NE10 0BF NE10 0BG NE10 0BH NE10 0BJ NE10 0BL NE10 0BN NE10 0BQ NE10 0BS NE10 0BT NE10 0BW NE10 0BZ NE10 0DB NE10 0DE NE10 0DG NE10 0DH NE10 0DJ NE10 0DP NE10 0DQ NE10 0DR NE10 0DT NE10 0DU NE10 0DW NE10 0DZ NE10 0EE NE10 0EF NE10 0EH NE10 0EJ NE10 0EL