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Gosforth

The desirable and affluent leafy suburb of Gosforth, to the North of the City Centre, is one of the City’s most sought-after residential areas and it’s easy to see why!

Local information

Transport

Manors (2.3 miles)

Newcastle (2.5 miles)

Metrocentre (3.6 miles)

Dunston (3.9 miles)

Newcastle Airport Metro Station (4.2 miles)

Nearby schools

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Local schools

The area in depth

Living in Gosforth
The desirable and affluent leafy suburb of Gosforth, to the North of the City Centre, is one of the City’s most sought-after residential areas and it’s easy to see why! The vibrant and bustling High Street at the heart of Central Gosforth has a cosmopolitan feel with its array of independent cafés, bars, shops, restaurants and Central Park, whilst access to the City Centre is only minutes away via excellent bus and Metro links.
Schools
Gosforth is home to both excellent state and private schools which makes the area particularly appealing to families and professionals with children of school age. The state schools operate under a popular three-tier system with places highly sought after. The middle schools feed into the local Gosforth Academy which retained its status as ‘outstanding’ following its recent Ofsted inspection and is amongst the highest performing Academies in the North East. Take a look at our Guide to Schools above to find out more about schools in the area.
Dining
Dine out at one of the many stylish restaurants and cafés that Gosforth has to offer. From modern British cuisine at Gosforth’s latest addition, Barluga, situated on West Avenue, to traditional Lebanese mezze dishes at The Bake One, there are culinary delights to suit all tastes. Fancy dining al fresco? Try Adrianos, a delightful Italian restaurant set back from the high street which has a charming rustic courtyard and its own delicatessen so you can take a taste of the Mediterranean home with you! There are also many charming cafés and coffee shops to meet up with friends for coffee and a spot of lunch!
Leisure
There’s a strong community feel in Gosforth with the local clubs and community centres offering a vast range of activities and classes and with a local swimming pool, gyms, tennis, rugby and golf clubs on your doorstep you’re spoilt for choice whatever your interests!
Did you know?
Gosforth dates back to the 12th Century when it was thought to be known as Goseford.
Areas

Gosforth and surrounding areas (NE3 Postcode):

  • Gosforth
  • South Gosforth
  • Brunton Park
  • Melton Park
  • Great Park
  • Kenton
  • Coxlodge
  • Fawdon
  • Kingston Park
  • Kenton Bank Foot
  • Red House Farm

NE13 Postcode:

  • North Gosforth
  • Great Park
  • Wideopen
  • Hazlerigg
  • Dinnington

Properties in the area

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