Moving to Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear, England
Getting around
Tyne and Wear Metro light rail, LNER services from Newcastle Central to London King's Cross, and extensive Go North East bus network.
Commute to London: 2 hours 50 minutes by train
Key neighbourhoods
Jesmond
~£315,000Affluent suburb with a cosmopolitan feel, tree-lined streets, independent restaurants on Osborne Road, and Jesmond Dene park.
Ouseburn
~£210,000Creative valley neighbourhood with artist studios, craft breweries, and converted warehouse venues.
Heaton
~£195,000Diverse and affordable area popular with young professionals, with good Metro links and Chillingham Road's independent shops.
Gosforth
~£340,000Family-friendly suburb with excellent schools, a traditional high street, and good Metro connections.
Council tax
The Band D council tax rate in Newcastle upon Tyne is £2,147 per year, set by Newcastle City Council. Your actual bill depends on your property's valuation band (A–H).
Local tips
- The Tyne and Wear Metro connects the city centre to the coast, airport, and surrounding towns.
- The Quayside area along the Tyne is beautiful and hosts a popular Sunday market.
- Newcastle is known for its warm and friendly locals, often referred to as Geordies.
- The Great North Museum and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art are both free to visit.
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