About Howdon

Howdon is a suburb located in Tyne and Wear, England, within the postcode area NE28. It lies to the west of the River Tyne and is part of the larger metropolitan borough of Gateshead. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types, including semi-detached and terraced homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services for residents. Transport links in Howdon are convenient, with access to bus services and the nearby Howdon Metro station, which connects the area to Newcastle and surrounding towns. The proximity to the A184 road makes it easy to reach other parts of Tyne and Wear. Overall, Howdon offers a straightforward suburban lifestyle with essential facilities and good transport options for those commuting to nearby cities.

School Ratings in Howdon

There are 211 schools in and around Howdon. Howdon Children's Centre and Wallsend Children's Centre are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Howdon

The average property price is £169K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £126K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Howdon

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Howdon, with 145 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Howdon

Howdon sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Howdon

Broadband speeds in Howdon 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 6,245 sales

Average Price £169K
£375 — £26.41M
Detached £243K 855
Semi £150K 1,647
Terraced £126K 2,040
Flat £73K 1,275

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

128 Primary
27 Secondary
56 Other
Denbigh Community Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Howdon Children's Centre Outstanding 0.3 miles Silverdale School 0.4 miles Stephenson Memorial Primary School Primary 0.5 miles St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wallsend Primary 0.5 miles Churchill Community College Secondary Inadequate 0.6 miles Percy Main Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Norham High School Secondary Good 0.8 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 1 miles Collingwood Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, North Shields Primary Good 1.1 miles Battle Hill Primary School Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Howdon IMD 2025

Howdon sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
10/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,504 Children (0-15) 18%
33,343 Working Age 64%
13,111 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.3% 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 Howdon 628 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Howdon sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences 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.

172 Violence & Sexual Offences
145 Anti-Social Behaviour
78 Shoplifting
62 Criminal Damage & Arson
47 Public Order
39 Other Theft
19 Burglary
15 Vehicle Crime
13 Other Crime
12 Robbery
10 Drugs
8 Theft from Person
5 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
Local Policing
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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

Heworth Train Station 4.2 miles
Manors Train Station 4.9 miles
Dunston Train Station 6.8 miles
Metrocentre Train Station 7.5 miles
Sunderland Train Station 7.9 miles
Blaydon Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Willington 0.6 miles Holy Cross 0.6 miles Percy Main 0.6 miles Willington Quay 0.6 miles East Howdon 0.9 miles Howdon Pans 0.9 miles Rosehill 0.9 miles West Chirton 0.9 miles Meadow Well 1.2 miles Chirton 1.4 miles Battle Hill 1.4 miles Billy Mill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District North Tyneside
Ward Riverside
Constituency North Tyneside
Parish North Tyneside, unparished area
Region North East

Notable & Famous People from Howdon 1 people

Robert Malcolm Errington
Historian
British historian and classical scholar (born 1939)

Streets in NE28 30 shown View all streets

A187 3 A193 1 Abercorn Place 1 Acomb Avenue 1 Addington Drive 9 Addison Court 2 Agricola Gardens 1 Albert Avenue 1 Alder Road 2 Alexandra Street 1 Alexandrea Way 1 Allendale Avenue 2 Alnwick Street 3 Alston Close 1 Alwin Close 1 Amberley Close 1 Andover Place 1 Angle Terrace 1 Appleby Gardens 1 Archer Street 8 Arden Close 1 Armstrong Road 6 Ascot Close 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashbrooke Gardens 1 Ashburn Road 7 Ashfield Gardens 1 Ashfield Mews 1 Askrigg Avenue 1 Atkinson Street 2

Postcodes in NE28 50 shown View all postcodes

NE28 0AA NE28 0AB NE28 0AD NE28 0AE NE28 0AF NE28 0AG NE28 0AH NE28 0AJ NE28 0AL NE28 0AN NE28 0AP NE28 0AQ NE28 0AR NE28 0AS NE28 0AT NE28 0AU NE28 0AW NE28 0AX NE28 0AY NE28 0AZ NE28 0BA NE28 0BB NE28 0BD NE28 0BE NE28 0BG NE28 0BH NE28 0BJ NE28 0BL NE28 0BN NE28 0BP NE28 0BQ NE28 0BU NE28 0BW NE28 0BX NE28 0BY NE28 0BZ NE28 0DA NE28 0DB NE28 0DD NE28 0DE NE28 0DF NE28 0DG NE28 0DH NE28 0DJ NE28 0DL NE28 0DN NE28 0DP NE28 0DQ NE28 0DR NE28 0DS