About Holy Cross

Holy Cross is a suburb located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the postcode area NE28. It is primarily a residential area, offering a mix of housing options suitable for families and individuals alike. The suburb is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for commuting. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to the everyday needs of its residents. The area is served by public transport, providing easy access to the surrounding regions. The nearby River Tyne adds to the local landscape, offering opportunities for leisurely walks along its banks. Holy Cross is also close to several larger urban centres, allowing residents to enjoy a variety of cultural and recreational activities just a short distance away.

School Ratings in Holy Cross

Holy Cross is served by 239 schools. Howdon Children's Centre and Wallsend Children's Centre are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Holy Cross

Property prices average £169K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £126K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Holy Cross

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Holy Cross, with 55 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Holy Cross

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Holy Cross falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Holy Cross

Most properties in Holy Cross 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 6,245 sales

Average Price £169K
£375 — £26.41M
Detached £243K 855
Semi £150K 1,647
Terraced £126K 2,040
Flat £73K 1,275

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

137 Primary
31 Secondary
71 Other
Churchill Community College Secondary Inadequate 0.3 miles St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend Primary 0.3 miles Denbigh Community Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Stephenson Memorial Primary School Primary 0.6 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Silverdale School 0.6 miles Burnside College Secondary Good 0.6 miles Howdon Children's Centre Outstanding 0.6 miles Battle Hill Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Richardson Dees Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Hadrian Park Primary School Primary 1 miles Beacon Hill School Good 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Holy Cross IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Holy Cross 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
10/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,504 Children (0-15) 18%
33,343 Working Age 64%
13,111 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.3% 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 Holy Cross 206 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Holy Cross experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

68 Violence & Sexual Offences
55 Anti-Social Behaviour
26 Shoplifting
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Public Order
9 Other Crime
8 Vehicle Crime
5 Burglary
5 Other Theft
3 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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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 3.9 miles
Manors Train Station 4.3 miles
Dunston Train Station 6.3 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 7 miles
Sunderland Train Station 8.3 miles
Blaydon Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Willington 0 yards Howdon 0.6 miles Rosehill 0.6 miles Willington Quay 0.9 miles Battle Hill 0.9 miles Percy Main 1.2 miles Hebburn Colliery 1.2 miles East Howdon 1.4 miles Howdon Pans 1.4 miles Wallsend 1.4 miles West Chirton 1.4 miles Billy Mill 1.8 miles

Local Government

District North Tyneside
Ward Riverside
Constituency North Tyneside
Parish North Tyneside, unparished area
Region North East

Streets in NE28 30 shown View all streets

A187 3 A193 1 Abercorn Place 1 Acomb Avenue 1 Addington Drive 9 Addison Court 2 Agricola Gardens 1 Albert Avenue 1 Alder Road 2 Alexandra Street 1 Alexandrea Way 1 Allendale Avenue 2 Alnwick Street 3 Alston Close 1 Alwin Close 1 Amberley Close 1 Andover Place 1 Angle Terrace 1 Appleby Gardens 1 Archer Street 8 Arden Close 1 Armstrong Road 6 Ascot Close 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashbrooke Gardens 1 Ashburn Road 7 Ashfield Gardens 1 Ashfield Mews 1 Askrigg Avenue 1 Atkinson Street 2

Postcodes in NE28 50 shown View all postcodes

NE28 0AA NE28 0AB NE28 0AD NE28 0AE NE28 0AF NE28 0AG NE28 0AH NE28 0AJ NE28 0AL NE28 0AN NE28 0AP NE28 0AQ NE28 0AR NE28 0AS NE28 0AT NE28 0AU NE28 0AW NE28 0AX NE28 0AY NE28 0AZ NE28 0BA NE28 0BB NE28 0BD NE28 0BE NE28 0BG NE28 0BH NE28 0BJ NE28 0BL NE28 0BN NE28 0BP NE28 0BQ NE28 0BU NE28 0BW NE28 0BX NE28 0BY NE28 0BZ NE28 0DA NE28 0DB NE28 0DD NE28 0DE NE28 0DF NE28 0DG NE28 0DH NE28 0DJ NE28 0DL NE28 0DN NE28 0DP NE28 0DQ NE28 0DR NE28 0DS