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Takeaways| Council | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Crime Rate | Average for a North East suburb About the national average. |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
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The average house price in Benwell is £144,910, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Benwell house price trends over the last 30 years.
£144,910
£256,398
£72,685
£156,889
£143,611
Is Benwell a nice place to live?
Benwell is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Benwell?
Benwell has an average crime rate for a North East suburb, with around 75 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is about the national average, and about average for Tyne and Wear.
What are the best schools in Benwell?
Benwell has 40 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Sacred Heart Catholic High School and Bridgewater Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Fenham and Sacred Heart Primary School. Note: 2 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Benwell?
The majority of residents in Benwell identify as White (British) (67%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (80%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.