| Council | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Crime Rate | Average for a North East suburb 9% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
The average house price in Cowgate is £162,444, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Cowgate house price trends over the last 30 years.
£162,444
£240,500
£117,425
£177,602
£175,333
Is Cowgate a nice place to live?
Cowgate 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 Cowgate?
Cowgate has an average crime rate for a North East suburb, with around 82 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 9% above the national average, and 9% above the Tyne and Wear average.
What are the best schools in Cowgate?
Cowgate has 43 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Sacred Heart Catholic High School and Hilton Primary Academy. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Fenham and Sacred Heart Primary School. Note: 3 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Cowgate?
The majority of residents in Cowgate identify as White (British) (62%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (77%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.