Where should I live in Newcastle?

City centre living in Newcastle is a fraction of the price of most major cities in the UK.

With the average rent being 65% lower than London, and property prices a whopping 85% lower than London, you can expect a high quality of life in Newcastle.

If you want to get the down low on how much money you can save by relocating here, check out our cost of living in Newcastle upon Tyne page for everything from rent comparisons and housing costs, to restaurant prices and how much you can expect to pay for a pint of milk!

However, if you crave the delights of the countryside, the freedom of the coast, or the community vibe of a residential suburb whilst still being at proximity to city life, read on!

Our city is surrounded by a variety of neighbourhoods; from trendy high streets and cosmopolitan quarters, to countryside communities and coastal towns.

Coastal

The North East England coastline is unrivalled in its beauty and grandeur, with several seaside towns nestled along its vast stretch of sands, some less than a 30-minute journey from Newcastle city centre.

North Shields is an up-and-coming residential area and is well sought-after, due to its proximity to the sea and rich offering of stunning period properties at a fraction of the price to its trendy neighbour, Tynemouth. Its banks lead down to the North Shields Fish Quay which has recently seen huge investment, transforming the sleepy traditional fishing front into a hive of modern bars and restaurants, including the iconic Low Lights Tavern which saw the discovery of local musician and chart topper, Sam Fender.

Tynemouth is an idyllic village atop of the cliffs, framed by the ancient ruins of Tynemouth Priory. This extremely popular area is the crème-de-la-creme of North East England coastal living, dripping with gorgeous period properties, dream family homes and spacious flats oozing with character. Its Front Street is teeming with chic boutiques, trendy wine bars and fine dining restaurants.