A person working in Newcastle typically earns around 80,500 GBP per year. Salaries range from 20,400 GBP (lowest average) to 360,000 GBP (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher). This is the average yearly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.
Newcastle is the 53rd most deprived English local authority, out of 326. More than 20% of Newcastle's population live in areas that are among the 10% most deprived in the country. That is 65,000 people.
Newcastle upon Tyne – or simply 'Newcastle' as it is most commonly referred to – is one of the most iconic cities in Britain, famous for its industrial heritage, eponymous brown ale, popular nightlife and distinct regional 'Geordie' dialect.
Newcastle is regarded as a fairly safe city for students as long as you take all the normal precautions that you would in any other city. The Complete University Guide rates all the university cities in the UK for how safe they are and have published a city crime statistics chart.
Famous for its coal, Newcastle is the largest coal exporting harbour in the world, exporting 159.9 million tonnes of coal in 2017. Beyond the city, the Hunter Region possesses large coal deposits. Geologically, the area is located in the central-eastern part of the Sydney Basin.
Known for its nightlife, culture, architecture and friendly locals, Newcastle is a canny (very good) city to visit. The iconic Angel of the North sculpture welcomes you to this industrial city on the River Tyne even before you meet a Geordie. Geordies have a brilliant sense of humour and know how to have fun.
London to Newcastle by train
| Journey time | From 2h 45m |
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| Price | From £21.50 |
| Distance | 247 miles (397 km) |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day |
| First train | 05:15 |
Summary about cost of living in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 2,935$ (2,084£) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 831$ (590£) without rent.
The north-east of England, historically, has some of the lowest property prices in the country. Newcastle is the cheapest major city for property in England, according to Hometrack. They say that the current average price in Newcastle is £128,100.
Crime rates in Newcastle, Australia
| Level of crime | 48.83 | Moderate |
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| Crime increasing in the past 3 years | 58.47 | Moderate |
| Worries home broken and things stolen | 41.00 | Moderate |
| Worries being mugged or robbed | 39.29 | Low |
| Worries car stolen | 34.63 | Low |
Despite its blue-collar reputation, Newcastle is propped up by a plethora of public service jobs, making it less of a “bogan Pittsburgh” and more of a “sooty Canberra”. Also known as: The Steel City, Newy, Poocastle, Spewcastle, Screwcastle, NukedA***hole.
Highest-Earning Suburbs in Australia
- 3142 (Hawksburn, Toorak), VIC.
- 2023 (Bellevue Hill), NSW.
- 3002 (East Melbourne), VIC.
- 2030 (Dover Heights, Rose Bay North Vaucluse, Watsons Bay), NSW.
- 2110 (Hunters Hill, Woolwich), NSW.
- 2088 (Mosman, Spit Junction), NSW.
- 2063 (Northbridge), NSW.
- 6011 (Cottesloe, Peppermint Grove), WA.
Newcastle has been judged the best city in the UK in which to work `. The study, carried out by Startup.co.uk, ranked 66 UK cities based on the cost and ease and working there.
Both Wollongong and Newcastle appeal because they are a bit more affordable and seem to tick off the list. I have visited both a few times but it's different when you live somewhere vs visit for a day or a couple of nights.
Newcastle has narrowly missed out on a podium place in a list ranking the most attractive cities in the UK. Edinburgh, London, Bristol all beat the North East city to the medal positions in the study commissioned by the Royal Mail.
No rougher than any other city I know of. There are 'rough areas' such as Benwell or Cruddas Park, but equally there are 'genteel' areas such as Jesmond or Ponteland, the latter being where most NUFC footballers tend to live, and even the local rapist is a millionaire.
Newcastle's family-friendliness is a reassuring prospect for those considering a move. 'So far, it's been pretty easy for us, and we're finding Newcastle an amazing place to raise our family. ' With great schooling options, recreational areas and sporting clubs, Newcastle offers everything families could need.
The best way to get from Sydney to Newcastle is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $9 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $40 and takes 3h.
