About Old Fold

Old Fold is a residential area located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the NE10 postcode area. It is primarily a suburban neighbourhood, characterised by its mix of housing styles, including semi-detached and terraced homes. The area is well-connected, with local bus services providing access to nearby towns and the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. The community is served by several amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. Old Fold has a straightforward layout, allowing for easy navigation. The surrounding areas offer additional recreational opportunities, ensuring that residents have access to both local conveniences and outdoor spaces for leisure activities.

School Ratings in Old Fold

Old Fold is served by 270 schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Old Fold

Property prices average £147K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £134K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Old Fold

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Old Fold, with 85 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Old Fold

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Old Fold is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Old Fold

Most properties in Old Fold 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 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

159 Primary
28 Secondary
83 Other
Brandling Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Felling Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles Bede Children's Centre 0.4 miles Bede Community Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Gateshead Primary 0.4 miles Falla Park Community Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Ateres Girls High School Requires Improvement 0.6 miles The Drive Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Gateshead Children's Centre @ Deckham Good 0.7 miles St Vincents Catholic Primary School, Newcastle Primary Good 0.8 miles Carr Hill Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Central Walker Church of England Primary School Primary 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Old Fold IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Old Fold as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

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 Old Fold 491 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Old Fold 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.

163 Violence & Sexual Offences
85 Anti-Social Behaviour
60 Criminal Damage & Arson
37 Public Order
37 Shoplifting
27 Other Theft
20 Burglary
20 Vehicle Crime
15 Other Crime
11 Robbery
10 Drugs
3 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
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 0.6 miles
Manors Train Station 1.8 miles
Dunston Train Station 2.8 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 3.7 miles
Blaydon Train Station 5.7 miles
Chester-Le-Street Train Station 7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pelaw 0.6 miles Felling Shore 0.6 miles St Peter's 0.6 miles Felling 0.6 miles St Anthony's 0.9 miles East Gateshead 0.9 miles Deckham 0.9 miles Mount Pleasant 0.9 miles Carr Hill 0.9 miles Heworth 0.9 miles Bill Quay 1.2 miles Byker 1.2 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