Is NE8 2AP a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
1146 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of NE8 2AP. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£155,550
Average price in Gateshead (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Up 3.7% year on year.
- Terraced
- £151,364
- Semi-detached
- £181,175
- Detached
- £289,126
- Flat / maisonette
- £97,082
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for NE8 2AP specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near NE8 2AP on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near NE8 2AP on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.