Planning a move to NE32? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Jarrow area.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Jarrow. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.
Based on 322 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in NE32 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
As with many well-connected urban areas, Jarrow sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs — and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.
Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Jarrow, council tax is managed by South Tyneside. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.
| Band | Property Value (1991) | Annual Rate |
|---|---|---|
| A | £0 – £40,000 | £1622.95 |
| B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1893.45 |
| C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2163.94 |
| D | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2434.43 |
| E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2975.41 |
| F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3516.40 |
| G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4057.38 |
| H | £320,001+ | £4868.86 |
Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.
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53.6 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the NE32 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.
Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in NE32 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.
98% of residential postcodes in NE32 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.
For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the NE32 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.
Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for NE32 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.
51.2 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the NE32 district.
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Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for NE32 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.
Homes in NE32 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →
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