About Teams

Teams is a suburb located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the NE8 postcode area. It is situated just to the east of Gateshead, making it easily accessible for those looking to explore the surrounding region. The area features a mix of residential housing and local amenities, providing a community feel for its residents. The suburb is well-served by public transport, with bus routes connecting it to nearby towns and cities. Teams is close to the River Tyne, offering opportunities for riverside walks and leisure activities. The proximity to Gateshead and Newcastle means that residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of shopping, dining, and cultural experiences just a short distance away.

School Ratings in Teams

There are 230 schools in and around Teams. Bensham Grove Nursery School and Gibside School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Teams

The average property price is £134K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £105K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Teams

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Teams, with 340 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Teams

Teams falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Teams

Broadband speeds in Teams are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,818 sales

Average Price £134K
£1K — £8.25M
Detached £199K 129
Semi £143K 469
Terraced £149K 1,328
Flat £105K 2,462

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

136 Primary
24 Secondary
70 Other
Riverside Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School, Dunston Primary 0.4 miles Teams Children's Centre 0.5 miles St Aidan's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Eslington Primary School 0.6 miles St Michael's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles NCG 16 plus Good 0.7 miles Bensham Grove Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.8 miles Hawthorn Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Ashfield Nursery School Nursery Good 0.9 miles Dunston Hill Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Kingsmeadow Community School Secondary Good 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Teams IMD 2025

Teams falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
4/10
9,676 Children (0-15) 19%
34,054 Working Age 66%
10,136 Older (60+) 20%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 51.9% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 35.6% 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 Teams 724 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Teams sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Anti-social behaviour represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

340 Anti-Social Behaviour
162 Violence & Sexual Offences
39 Shoplifting
35 Other Theft
31 Criminal Damage & Arson
27 Public Order
24 Drugs
17 Burglary
15 Vehicle Crime
10 Other Crime
9 Weapons
8 Robbery
5 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Northumbria Dunston, Teams, Whickham, Swalwell and Lobley Hill (Gateshead Inner 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

Dunston Train Station 0.5 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 1.3 miles
Manors Train Station 1.6 miles
Heworth Train Station 3.1 miles
Blaydon Train Station 3.3 miles
Wylam Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dunston 0.6 miles Bensham 0.6 miles Dunston Hill 0.9 miles Elswick 0.9 miles Lobley Hill 1.2 miles Saltwell 1.4 miles Gateshead 1.4 miles Team Valley 1.4 miles Benwell 1.8 miles Low Fell 1.8 miles Newcastle upon Tyne 1.8 miles Swalwell 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in NE8 30 shown View all streets

A184 3 Abbeyfield Close 1 Abbots Hill 1 Acorn Avenue 1 Affleck Street 1 Aintree Gardens 1 Airey Terrace 1 Albany Road 4 Alexandra Road 4 Almond Crescent 1 Alston Street 1 Amberley Street 1 Angel Avenue 1 Angus Road 1 Arkwright Street 1 Armstrong Street 2 Ascot Crescent 1 Ash Street 1 Ashgrove - Richmond Terrace 2 Askew Road 2 Askew Road West 5 Audouins Row 1 Autumn Drive 1 Avenue Road 4 Avon Street 2 Avondale Terrace 1 B1426 1 Back Woodbine Street 1 Balfour Street 1 Baltic Quay 4

Postcodes in NE8 50 shown View all postcodes

NE8 1AD NE8 1AF NE8 1AG NE8 1AN NE8 1AP NE8 1AQ NE8 1AR NE8 1AS NE8 1AU NE8 1AX NE8 1BF NE8 1BG NE8 1BH NE8 1BN NE8 1BU NE8 1BX NE8 1DJ NE8 1DT NE8 1EB NE8 1ED NE8 1EE NE8 1EH NE8 1EJ NE8 1EL NE8 1EN NE8 1EP NE8 1EQ NE8 1ET NE8 1EX NE8 1EY NE8 1EZ NE8 1FT NE8 1FU NE8 1FX NE8 1FY NE8 1HA NE8 1HB NE8 1HE NE8 1HG NE8 1HH NE8 1HJ NE8 1HR NE8 1JN NE8 1LR NE8 1LS NE8 1LU NE8 1LX NE8 1NA NE8 1NB NE8 1NH