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Takeaways| Council | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Crime Rate | Above Average for a North East suburb 17% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
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The average house price in Walker is £124,661, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Walker house price trends over the last 30 years.
£124,661
£344,371
£74,679
£171,500
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Is Walker a nice place to live?
Walker is a challenged 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 Walker?
Walker has an above average crime rate for a North East suburb, with around 87 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 17% above the national average, and 17% above the Tyne and Wear average.
What are the best schools in Walker?
Walker has 40 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Heaton and Byker Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Lawrence's Catholic Primary School and Central Walker Church of England Primary School. Note: 6 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Walker?
The majority of residents in Walker identify as White (British) (84%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (89%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.