A guide to living in Newcastle

Newcastle – also known as Newcastle upon Tyne or The Toon to locals – can be found in the county of Tyne and Wear in northeast England. Read on to discover developments that are rated the best places to live in Newcastle. In addition, read reviews from residents who own or rent in Newcastle. The area gets the name after its two rivers Tyne and Wear. Outside of Newcastle is home to quayside cities and North Sea beaches, like Tynemouth Longsands. Previously Newcastle was a proud industrial city supported by the coal industry, now its once derelict factories and warehouses are being regenerated for businesses and residents. The most popular tourist attractions still include Hadrian's Wall built by the Roman Empire. In more recent times, The Angel of the North, an iconic contemporary sculpture that overlooks the region has become associated with this northern city.

Excellent

63.9%

Very Good

21.7%

Average

10.4%

Disappointing

1.2%

Very poor

2.8%

Best places to live in Newcastle

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Regent's Plaza, NE3

By Cording Residential

4.74

(5 reviews)

Regent's plaza, managed by Cording Residential. Compromising of luxury one, two and three bedroom penthouses. As well as this residents benefit from comfort for everyday life, panoramic views to the city, and Regent Centre Metro Exchange nearby.

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Ranked 1st out of 9 in Newcastle

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The Forge, NE1

By Grainger

4.51

(76 reviews)

Ideally located between Newcastle’s Quayside and the city centre, The Forge offers modern and spacious apartments with well designed open plan kitchen/dining space. Exclusive resident facilities such as a lounge, co-working booths and meeting room are all included, and we are pet friendly – with a dedicated garden just for them! Choose from a selection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes to rent with a variety of lay-out options.

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Ranked 2nd out of 9 in Newcastle

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City Co-Living Newcastle, NE1

By City Co Living

4.4

4.40

(21 reviews)

City Co-Living Newcastle is a modern residential development offering 241 self-contained apartments, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. Opened in September 2024, this luxury accommodation provides residents with a range of on-site facilities, such as a state-of-the-art gym, media room, residents' lounge, co-working spaces, shared dining rooms, and a rooftop terrace with stunning views of the iconic Quayside. The development is ideally situated in Newcastle's city centre, offering easy access to the vibrant nightlife, diverse dining options, and thriving arts and culture scene. Excellent transport links, including proximity to Manors and Newcastle train stations, make it convenient for both students and professionals.

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Ranked 3rd out of 9 in Newcastle

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City Quadrant, NE1

By Living Spaces

4.4

4.40

(8 reviews)

City Quadrant is a mixed-use development located at the western entrance to Newcastle City Centre, just a short walk from Central Station. The development also includes office space and some restaurants and retail space that residents can benefit from. The idyllic location means that residents here can also benefit from various local amenities.

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Ranked 4th out of 9 in Newcastle

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Hanover Mill, NE1

By Mandale Homes

4.1

4.10

(15 reviews)

Situated on Newcastle Quayside, Hanover Mill is a residential development with views of the River Tyne. The development is an approximately only a 5-minute walk away from Newcastle Central Station and great access to the Universities, Newcastle College, and RVI Hospital.

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Ranked 5th out of 9 in Newcastle

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Issy F (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Simple Life at Freight Village, NE8

Oct 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 3.00 out of 5.00.

Not the best landlord but not the worst

Issy F (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Simple Life at Freight Village, NE8

Oct 2026

The development is mid. There is an outside drain on the street thats blocked every time it rains. Theres a broken wooden panel near the communal car park that I’ve reported and was supposed to be fixed 12 days ago and is still broken. My bathroom drain smells like a sewer (not build up of hair etc) and the landlord declined to fix this (despite drains being landlord’s responsibility). I suspect it’s a loose pipe or vent issue. House is good enough otherwise.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Close to Aldi, petrol, Metro, international stadium. Can get to Newcastle or go South very quickly so location is good.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

As above, slow to respond to the drain issue, they wouldn’t fix a toilet seat that broke and I believe this was faulty or installed incorrectly rather than any user error/damage. The person who completes repairs reported that they only get 20 minutes per issue so don’t have time to fixed things properly (when coming to fix a shower door that was leaking)

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Trains can be a bit noisy but its not bad, otherwise its not a bad place to live as everything is less than 3 years old.

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Mark (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Simple Life at Freight Village, NE8

Oct 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 3.00 out of 5.00.

The reality of our experience of moving into a simple life home.

Mark (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Simple Life at Freight Village, NE8

Oct 2026

On the whole the houses are nice and fresh. However there was a number of snags that we are still dealing with and seeking resolution about and support has been very mixed. Additionally some of the designs are questionable. There are 2 radiators in the living room against each side wall which limits where you can put furniture and causes a bit of an awkward layout. Bedrooms are a good size, it is a nice kitchen and spacious bathrooms. Management have been very hit and miss with support. We reported the following: 1. A piece of wood had come off in the kitchen which we discovered upon moving in, leaving exposed screws. We were told this was cosmetic and would not be fixed or we would have to fix it ourselves. Thankfully we don't have children but this still feels very disappointing and not safe. 2. A day after we moved in (on the Thursday night) we did not have hot water and were told it would be the Monday before they could send someone out to look at this. It was then discovered they hadn't activated our hot water account. 3. Multiple radiators have not provided heat since we moved in and the water pressure is very low. This remains an ongoing difficulty that we are still awaiting being resolved. They initially asked us to bleed the radiators. 4. We did not have a waste bin when we moved in and were advised we would have to order one from the council and seek reimbursement. Again having just moved in was another inconvenience we did not need. 5. We were only given one front door key, when this was raised the reply was rather rude stating there was 3 keys in the photo and asked if we tried these. The keys in the picture were for the back door which we knew. A property manager did get another one cut when he came to visit but the initial report message felt unnecessary. I appreciate problems can happen with houses, however when moving into a new property, there is a hope that the house has been properly prepared for new tenants. The number of problems and difficulties were very disappointing.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

There are local supermarkets within walking distance. A couple of pubs/restaurants are within a 10-15 minute walk, however there are busy roads that do not have pedestrian crossings installed. Very close to metro station which is handy. The downside of this however is you can often hear going by.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

This has been a laborious process that remains ongoing.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

It would have been helpful to know about heating and hot water suppliers so these could be set up shortly after moving in.

Manager response

Hi Mark, Thank you for your review. We’re pleased you like your home’s spacious bedrooms, kitchen and bathrooms, and its handy location close to the Metro and local shops. We set high standards for every home we hand over, and we’re sorry your move in fell short of them. That isn’t the start we want for anyone. Our team is now working through your case to make sure every outstanding point is fully resolved, and we’ll stay in close contact with you until it is. Feedback like yours helps us keep raising the bar. We’re already using it to strengthen how we prepare homes and to give new residents more support in their first few days, including guidance on setting up utilities. We look forward to making sure you enjoy everything your new home has to offer. Kind regards, Simple Life Homes

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Sona K, Head of Customer Service

Oct 2026

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Kelly B (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Simple Life at Freight Village, NE8

Oct 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Lovely place to live overall

Kelly B (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Simple Life at Freight Village, NE8

Oct 2026

We have been here since April 2026 and have found no issues with our home. We have a 3 bedroom and there is plenty of room except for the small bedroom I would say that’s more of an office. The kitchen is fab with lots of cupboard space and the built in appliances are great. The back garden is lovely with a nice paved area and also a lawn. Overall we are really happy here although there has been issues with cars being broken into and some anti social behaviour but we personally have not had any issues.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The local area is generally good. There’s a metro station within walking distance. There’s an Asda and a Aldi also close to the development which is great.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

We haven’t had any issues or had to contact them for any reason.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The estate is still being built so it’s fairly busy with traffic and noise during the day.

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Yue C (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Simple Life at Freight Village, NE8

Oct 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Pleasing Design and Responsive Property Management

Yue C (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Simple Life at Freight Village, NE8

Oct 2026

Freight Village boasts a considered, modern industrial design that stays true to its heritage and character. The apartment buildings are visually appealing, featuring generous windows and sheltered shared courtyards that bring in plenty of natural light and offer pleasant spots to unwind, even if some individual apartment layouts feel quite compact. The development lacks a communal residents’ lounge or on-site gym, which would greatly enrich the living experience. The maintenance team tends to act promptly when faults such as broken external lighting are reported. The property managers are courteous and reachable by email, yet progress updates are often delayed, and communication ahead of scheduled maintenance work is inconsistent and could be much more transparent. All in all, it is an attractive, safe residential development with strong design credentials. It would benefit significantly from improved resident communication and an expanded offering of shared amenities.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I live at Freight Village in Gateshead. We have a small local convenience shop nearby for daily essentials, but the choice of independent restaurants and bars is limited; most good cafes and dining spots are a short trip into Gateshead town centre or Newcastle. There is a small green open space within the development, which is quiet and handy for walking. Transport is a big plus — Gateshead Stadium Metro station is just a few minutes’ walk away, and buses run regularly, though metro services can be less frequent and delayed on Sundays. Our street is mostly calm, bin collections are reliable and anti-social behaviour is rare. Parking spaces are sufficient and large.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Whenever I have raised an issue with building management, they have responded promptly and politely. They always acknowledge my messages without unnecessary delay, listen carefully to my concerns, and arrange for qualified tradespeople to complete any required repairs efficiently. They maintain clear communication and keep me updated on progress until the problem is fully resolved. I am satisfied with their helpful and professional approach.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish I had known beforehand how quiet and well-maintained the overall residential atmosphere truly is, which makes daily living far more pleasant than I expected from a standard property viewing. While viewings only show the basic layout, living here has let me experience the consistent safety, peaceful neighbourhood vibe, and respectful community environment that cannot be seen during a short tour. I would advise new neighbours that this area offers great accessibility, secure surroundings, and minimal noise disturbance, making it an incredibly comfortable place for long-term residence. It is also helpful to know that the management team is attentive and responsive, which greatly improves the overall living experience once you settle in.

Manager response

Hi Yue C, Thank you for such a detailed and thoughtful review, and for five stars across the board! We’re delighted you’re enjoying life at Freight Village. Its industrial heritage, generous windows and sheltered courtyards are what give it so much character, and it’s lovely to hear you’ve found the calm, safe and respectful community that a short viewing can’t always show. It’s great to hear our maintenance team has acted quickly and that you’ve found us friendly, fair and easy to reach. Being dependable for our residents is at the heart of what we do. We also value your honest feedback on communication. We want residents to feel informed at every step, especially before planned maintenance work and while a request is in progress. Your comments are helping us improve how and when we share updates. Thank you as well for your ideas about a residents’ lounge and gym. Hearing what would make the development even better for the people who live here helps shape our plans, and we’ve shared your suggestion with the wider team. Thank you again for recommending us. We’re so glad Freight Village feels like home. Kind regards, Simple Life Homes

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Sona K, Head of Customer Service

Oct 2026

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Ryan Mc (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Lloyds Living at Throckley, NE15

Oct 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Meadow hill

Ryan Mc (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Lloyds Living at Throckley, NE15

Oct 2026

The house we have is beautiful, very spacious and well equipped with dishwasher, washer/dryer and Fridge freezer etc. Its a very warm house so hopefully our heating bills will reduce. Joe and Rebecca at Lloyds Living are excellent to deal with, very friendly and extremely helpful. We are so happy that we've found a rental property we can call home for years to come and have that security is really nice rather then other rentals because you never know how long you can stay....Lloyds living is perfect for us. Thanks Lloyds Living The Mccormick family

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Meadow Hill is a beautiful estate, with lovely walks and perfect links to the A69 for travelling to Newcastle or Hexham. Good local shops etc.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

We've had a few teething problems with our hot water etc at the house but Joe and Rebecca have been really helpful and super responsive getting things sorted

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Maybe information on the broadband supplier to the house would of been helpful but other than that I can't suggest anything

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